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Benj Pasek (born June 9, 1985) is an American composer and lyricist best known for writing songs for films such as La La Land (2016) and The Greatest Showman (2017), and the Broadway musical Dear Evan Hansen, all of which he co-wrote with his songwriting partner, Justin Paul.
Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, known together as Pasek and Paul, are an American songwriting duo and composing team for musical theater, films and television. Their works include A Christmas Story, Dogfight, Edges, Dear Evan Hansen, and James and the Giant Peach.
Benj Pasek is one half of the musical duo Pasek and Paul, known for their scores for La La Land, Dear Evan Hansen, and The Greatest Showman. He has won multiple awards and accolades for his work in film, theatre, and television, and is also a New York Times best-selling author.
Benj Pasek. Music Department: The Greatest Showman. Pasek helped compose Dear Evan Hansen with Steven Levenson and Justin Paul. He has worked with Justin in many other scenarios, and are known as Pasek and Paul. They are a songwriting duo and composing team for musical theater, films, and television.
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- Composer, Music Department, Producer
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Jul 27, 2023 · Learn how Benj Pasek and Justin Paul composed the hit song "Never Enough" for the 2017 film inspired by P.T. Barnum's life. Discover their musical journey from La La Land to Spirited and their collaborations with Kelly Clarkson and others.
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Dec 20, 2018 · Oscar, Grammy, Tony and Golden Globe Award-winning songwriters Benj Pasek and Justin Paul talk about creating the music for The Greatest Showman, starring Hugh Jackman. The duo also touches...
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- CBC News: The National
Benj Pasek BIO. Pasek & Paul's musical Dogfight had its world premiere at Second Stage Theatre, where it won the Lortel Award for Best New Musical. Theater credits include A Christmas Story,...
