"Justly recognised by the gods of musical theatre for his alchemical hook-making."
Buchan & Barne - Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)

About

I'm a songwriter and librettist, based in London and Wales. My shows include:

• The Rise and Fall of Vinnie & Paul
• The Mayfly Man
• Force Ten Gayle

Awards

The Rise and Fall of Vinnie & Paul was named one of the top 5 musicals of 2023/24 by Music Theatre International.

Wheatfield with Crows was one of the 12 finalists for the Stiles+Drewe Best New Song Prize 2022.

Sample videos

More videos

• The Rise and Fall of Vinnie & Paul
• The Mayfly Man
• Force Ten Gayle

Contact me

For commissions, co-writing, or anything else: mail@neilbastian.com

Interview

Listen to my song-by-song interview.

Praise

"Very accomplished... there's a great palpable energy in this show...  very strong and moving. I'd produce it - 18/20. "
Music Theatre International award panel on 'Vinnie & Paul' - more judges' praise

"Neil's talent at writing earworms is unparalleled..."
Hilmi Jaidin - My Neighbour Totoro, Shift+Alt+Right

"I cannot wait for what will happen next with the show. It needs a fully staged production..."
Tyrone Baptiste of Curtain Call Reviews on 'Vinnie & Paul'. Read the review.

More

I'm a member of BML and Mercury Musical Developments.  

My songs have been sung all over the West End:

• Above the Arts
• Crazy Coqs
• Iris Theatre
• Phoenix Arts Club
• Seven Dials Playhouse
• Soho Theatre
• The Other Palace

Photo

Ian Bowkett