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Zhailon Levingston is a Louisiana-raised storyteller, director, and activist. He is the Director of Industry Initiatives for the Broadway Advocacy Coalition. His directing credits include: “Neptune” (Dixon Place, Provincetown theatre), “The Years That Went Wrong” (Lark, MCC), “The Exonerated” (Columbia Law School), “Chariot Part 2” (Soho Rep., for The Movement Theatre Company), “Mother of Pearl” (LaGuardia Performing Arts Center). He is the co-director of “Reconstruction” with Tony Award-winner Rachel Chavkin. Zhailon is the resident director at “Tina: The Tina Turner Musical” on Broadway and the associate director of “Hadestown” in South Korea.

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[Off-Broadway]
Concert Presentation, 2017
Performer

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[Off-Broadway, 2022]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2021] [Replacement]
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[Off-Broadway, 2020]
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[Off-Broadway, 2019]
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[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Community Engagement Team.

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ALEX NEWELL AND THE GOSPEL OF A DIVA Comes to Audible's Minetta Lane Theatre in June

Alex Newell and the Gospel of a Diva is headed to Audible’s Minetta Lane Theatre for three performances only – Thursday, June 27 – Saturday, June 29.
Broadway Buying Guide: May 20, 2024- Broadway Classics Top the Week

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, May 20, 2024.
Photo: First Look at The Company of CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL at PAC NYC

Get a first look at the company of Cats: “The Jellicle Ball” at PAC NYC! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Two World Premiere Plays & More Set for MCC Theater 2024-2025 Season

MCC Theater has revealed the initial two productions of their 2024-2025 season, as well as the 25th anniversary of Miscast and their annual MCC Youth Company productions. Learn more!
Rehearsals Begin For Ballroom Inspired Production of CATS; Full Cast Revealed

PAC NYC is presenting a radical reimagining of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s iconic dance musical Cats based on Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats by T. S. Eliot. See the full cast!
N'yomi Stewart Named as Directing Fellow for CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL

Black Theatre Coalition has revealed its support for N'yomi Stewart as the directing fellow on CATS: 'The Jellicle Ball,' a reimagining of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s epic dance musical. Learn more.
LITTLE MISS PERFECT World Premiere & More Set for Olney Theatre 2024-25 Season

Olney Theatre has revealed its 2024-25 season featuring the world premiere of Little Miss Perfect and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
André De Shields, Shereen Pimentel & More Join CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL at PAC NYC

Perelman Performing Arts Center has reveald the initial cast for Cats: 'The Jellicle Ball'. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Exclusive: André De Shields Reprising Hermes Role For Rachel Chavkin-Directed Podcast

Starring André De Shields (Hadestown, the Wiz) and Ato Blankson-Wood (Cabaret, Hamlet, Slave Play), the podcast is directed by Tony Award-winner Rachel Chavkin (Lempicka, Hadestown), Zhailon Levingston (Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, Chicken & Biscuits), and Keenan Tyler Oliphant (Hadestown, The Broken Ear Set-list). Watch the video trailer now!
CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Unveils Full Creative Team Featuring Rachel Hauck, Qween Jean, Adam Honoré & More

Perelman Performance Arts Center has revealed the full creative team for Cats: “The Jellicle Ball” inspired by the musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber based on T. S. Eliot’s “Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats.” Learn more about the production!
The Cody Renard Richard Scholarship Reveals 2024 Scholarship Recipients

Broadway Advocacy Coalition (BAC) and Broadway stage manager and producer Cody Renard Richard has announced the next cohort of The Cody Renard Richard Scholarship Program. The program is dedicated to building a bridge into the industry for emerging theatrical leaders of color working behind the scenes.
Video: The AMDA Effect- Zhailon Levingston Talks Arts Advocacy, Advice for AMDA Students & More

In this exclusive interview, Zhailon Levingston sheds light on his advocacy work in the arts and shares valuable advice for students at AMDA. Learn how Levingston empowers young artists to pursue their dreams.
Kara Young & More to Star in Industry Presentations of Douglas Lyons' TABLE 17 at New Works Provincetown

New Works Provincetown will present industry presentations of 'Table 17,' a new play by Douglas Lyons. The cast includes two-time Tony nominee Kara Young. Don't miss this exciting new work!
THE GAZA MONOLOGUES Comes to the Noor Theatre This Week

Noor Theatre is answering the urgent request shared by Iman Aoun at ASHTAR Theatre in Ramallah for theatre makers around the world to host readings of the Gaza Monologues on November 29, 2023, the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People.
Tickets to CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL & AN AMERICAN SOLDIER at Perelman Performance Arts Center On Sale Now

Tickets have gone on sale for Perelman Performance Arts Center's spring musical productions starting for members and Citi cardmembers first on Citi Entertainment.
THE BEST PART OF NIGHT IS BLACK By UGBA And Directed By Zhailon Levingston to Have Industry Reading

THE BEST PART OF NIGHT IS BLACK, a new 'Black Queer Horror Love Story' written my multi-hyphenate artist and playwright UGBA and directed by award-winning director, deviser and arts advocate Zhailon Levingston, will host an invitation-only industry reading on Monday, October 30, 2023 at 8PM at Bed-Stuy Art House in Brooklyn, NY.
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati Presents World Premiere Musical FIONA: THE MUSICAL, November 29 �" December 29

Everyone's favorite hippo makes her musical debut! Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati (ETC) is thrilled to present Fiona: The Musical, written by Cincinnati native Zina Camblin and ETC composer David Kisor.
Sirius XM's Julie James to Host New York Theatre Barn's Gala At Museum Of Broadway

Join Sirius XM’s Julie James as she hosts New York Theatre Barn’s Gala at the Museum of Broadway. Celebrate their 16th anniversary with museum tours and an awards reception on November 13th, 2023.
New York Theatre Barn Will Host its Fall Gala at the Museum Of Broadway Next Month

In honor of their 16th anniversary of programming, New York Theatre Barn will host a gala fundraiser at the Museum of Broadway on November 13th, 2023. In addition to museum tours, the evening will honor Joriah Kwamé and Kate Trammell.
Applications Now Open for the Fourth Year of the Cody Renard Richard Scholarship Program

Apply now for the Cody Renard Richard Scholarship Program and receive funding to pursue your passion in theater. Don't miss this opportunity to launch your career in the performing arts.

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