Emily Johnson-Erday
Biography
Emily Johnson-Erday is an award-winning songwriter, an actor-musician, and composer. A Theater Kid raised in the old-time music community, she's excited to explore the intersection of American folk music and musical theater.
Emily holds a BFA in drama from UNC Greensboro, and is a composer in the BMI Musical Theater Writer's Workshop. She's proud to be the music director and resident 'banjo-pickin' elf' of the nerdy immersive show The Fantasy Tavern!
Professional Experience
- Off Broadway
- Regional
- Concerts/Cabaret
- TV/Film
- Tours
- Bachelor’s Degree
Regions
- NYC/Tri-State Area
- Carolinas
Interested in touring?
- Yes
Maestra Expertise
- Theatrical Composer (Music and Lyrics)
- Theatrical Composer (Music only)
- Theatrical Lyricist
- Music Assistant
- Songwriter
- Singer/Songwriter
- Vocal Arranger
- Instrumentalist/Pit Musician
Primary Instruments
- Banjo
- Guitar - acoustic
- Voice
Additional Instruments
- Mandolin
- Ukulele
Software
- GarageBand
Additional Skills
- Actor-Musician
- Singer/Performer