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Kathleen Marshall

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BIO

Kathleen Marshall received 2011 Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Awards for choreography and Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics nominations for direction for Anything Goes.



Also on Broadway, Kathleen directed and choreographed The Pajama Game, Wonderful Town and Grease and choreographed Boeing-Boeing, Little Shop of Horrors, Seussical, Follies, Kiss Me, Kate, 1776 and Swinging on a Star.

Off-Broadway credits include Two Gentlemen of Verona (New York Shakespeare Festival), Saturday Night (Second Stage), Violet (Playwrights Horizons) and As Thousands Cheer (Drama Dept).

For City Center Encores!, she directed and choreographed Bells Are Ringing, Applause, Carnival, Hair and Babes in Arms, among others, and served as Artistic Director for four seasons.

For ABC/Disney, she directed and choreographed Once Upon a Mattress and choreographed The Music Man (Emmy nomination). She recently choreographed the musical sequences in the film My Week with Marilyn.

She has received three Tony Awards, three Drama Desk Awards, three Outer Critics Circle Awards, the Astaire Award, the George Abbott Award, the Richard Rodgers Award and the Pennsylvania Governor's Award for the Arts.

Ms. Marshall is an Associate Artist of the Roundabout Theatre Company.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
1998
Kelly Burke

[Off-Broadway]
1993
Nurse [Replacement]

[Pittsburgh, PA (Regional)]
Regional Revival, 1986
Performer

Productions

 
[West End, 2022]
Director/Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2020]
Director & Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Director
 
[Los Angeles, 2017]
Director/Choreographer
 
[St. Louis, MO (Regional), 2017]
Choreographer
Director
 
[Broadway, 2016]
Director and Choreographer
 
[Chester, CT (Regional), 2016]
Director and Choreographer
 
[Regional (US), 2015]
Director and Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2014]
Director and Choreographer
 
[Regional (US), 2014]
Director and Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2013]
Director and Choreographer
 
[US Tour, 2012]
Director
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Choreographer
Director
 
[Broadway, 2011]
Choreographer
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Director
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Choreographer
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Director/Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Director
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2005]
Choreographer
Director
Director/Choreographer
 
[Regional (US), 2004]
Choreographer
 
[US Tour, 2004]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Choreographer
Director
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Director/Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2002]
Director/Choreographer
 
[West End, 2001]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2001]
Director/Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2000]
Choreographer
 
[Regional (US), 2000]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2000]
Director/Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2000]
Choreographer
Director
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1999]
Director/Choreographer
 
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 1998]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Off-Broadway, 1998]
Director
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1998]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1998]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1997]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1997]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1996]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1995]
Creative Associate to Mr. Marshall
 
[Broadway, 1995]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1995]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1994]
Assistant Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1993]
Assistant Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1993]
Assistant Choreographer for Mr. Marshall
Assistant Choreographer

Movies

Young Doctors in Love
[ 1982 ] The Hospital Staff - Usherette #2 Kathi Marshall
The Flamingo Kid
[ 1984 ] Adventurer's Inn Hostess Kathi Marshall
Nothing in Common
[ 1986 ] Tour Guide Kathi Marshall
Beaches
[ 1988 ] Delivery Room Nurse #1 Kathi Marshall
Pretty Woman
[ 1990 ] Day Desk Clerk Kathi Marshall
A League of Their Own
[ 1992 ] MumblesBrockman - Outfielder
Exit to Eden
[ 1994 ] Stewardess Susan
The Twilight of the Golds
[ 1996 ] Debby Klein
Freeway
[ 1996 ] ER Nurse
Getting Away with Murder
[ 1996 ] Student #1
Dear God
[ 1996 ] Whispering Wendy
Runaway Bride
[ 1999 ] Cousin Cindy
Edtv
[ 1999 ] Hygienist
Never Been Kissed
[ 1999 ] Sun-Times Worker
Spin Cycle
[ 2000 ] Newscter
The Princess Diaries
[ 2001 ] Charlotte Kutaway
Rat Race
[ 2001 ] Reporter
Duty Dating
[ 2002 ] Seminar Woman
The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement
[ 2004 ] Charlotte Kutaway
Raising Helen
[ 2004 ] Mrs. LaGambina
Valentine's Day
[ 2010 ] Nikki

TV Shows

Happy Days
Kathi, Sally, Louise

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Choreography

Kathleen Marshall, The Unsinkable Molly Brown

Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Kathleen Marshall, The Unsinkable Molly Brown

Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Choreography

Kathleen Marshall, Nice Work If You Can Get It

Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Kathleen Marshall, Nice Work If You Can Get It

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Choreographer

Kathleen Marshall, Nice Work If You Can Get It

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Kathleen Marshall, Nice Work If You Can Get It

Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Choreography

Kathleen Marshall, Nice Work If You Can Get It

Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Direction of a Musical

Kathleen Marshall, Nice Work If You Can Get It


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Choreography

Kathleen Marshall, Anything Goes


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Choreography

Kathleen Marshall, Anything Goes

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Kathleen Marshall, Anything Goes


winner
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Choreography

Kathleen Marshall, Anything Goes

Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Direction of a Musical

Kathleen Marshall, Anything Goes


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Choreography

Kathleen Marshall, The Pajama Game


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Choreography

Kathleen Marshall, The Pajama Game

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Kathleen Marshall , The Pajama Game


winner
Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Choreography

Kathleen Marshall, The Pajama Game

Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Direction of a Musical

Kathleen Marshall, The Pajama Game


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Director - Musical

Kathleen Marshall, Wonderful Town


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Director - Musical

Kathleen Marshall, Wonderful Town


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Choreography

Kathleen Marshall, Wonderful Town

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Kathleen Marshall, Wonderful Town


winner
Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Choreography

Kathleen Marshall, Wonderful Town

Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Direction of a Musical

Kathleen Marshall, Wonderful Town

Olivier Awards - 2002 - Best Theatre Choreographer

Kathleen Marshall, Kiss, Me Kate

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Choreography

Kathleen Marshall, Follies

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Choreography

Kathleen Marshall, Kiss Me Kate

Tony Awards - 2000 - Best Choreography

Kathleen Marshall, Kiss Me, Kate


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Choreography

Kathleen Marshall, Kiss Me, Kate

Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Choreography

Kathleen Marshall, Swinging on a Star

Videos

News


Video: Inside SINATRA THE MUSICAL Presentation at The Apollo

Last night, a special reading presentation of Sinatra The Musical dazzled the audience at the historic Apollo Theatre. See footage from the evening here!
Photos: Matt Doyle, Ana Villafañe & More in SINATRA THE MUSICAL Rehearsals

A special invitation-only reading of Sinatra The Musical will be presented at the Apollo Theatre. See Matt Doyle and more in rehearsals
Stage Directors And Choreographers Society Announces Executive Board Election Results And President's Award

SDC announced the results of its 2024 Executive Board election, highlighting new leadership roles and the organization's future direction. Discover the elected members and their upcoming initiatives.
Matt Doyle, Ana Villafañe & More to Star in SINATRA THE MUSICAL Reading at the Apollo

A special invitation-only reading of Sinatra The Musical will be presented at the Apollo Theatre in November. Learn more about the first US presentation of the new musical!
2024 IDEA AWARDS FOR THEATRE Recipients Announced

The Bret Adams and Paul Reisch Foundation has announced the recipients of their 2024 Idea Awards for Theatre.
Photos: Kerry Butler, L Morgan Lee & More in FIORELLO! at Classic Stage

Classic Stage Company presented a one-night-only benefit performance of Fiorello!, the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical with a book by six-time Tony Award winner George Abbott and Jerome Weidman. See photos here!
Video: World Premiere of MY BEST FRIEND'S WEDDING at Ogunquit Playhouse

Get a first look at the World Premiere of the new musical, My Best Friend's Wedding, at Ogunquit Playhouse. The musical features a book by Ron Bass & Jonathan Harvey, based on the hit TriStar Pictures' film with a screenplay by Ron Bass and featuring the songs of Burt Bacharach & Hal David.
New Musical ADVENTURES IN THE GREAT BEYOND to Open at The Hudson MainStage in November

The Great Beyond Company & The Hudson Theatre has announced the new musical, Adventures In The Great Beyond, with previews beginning November 1, 2024.
Kerry Butler, L Morgan Lee, and Krysta Rodriguez Join FIORELLO! at Classic Stage Company

Classic Stage Company has revealed the full cast for the one-night-only benefit performance of Fiorello!, the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical with a book by six-time Tony Award winner George Abbott
Review: MY BEST FRIEND'S WEDDING at Ogunquit Playhouse

I have reviewed many a show at the Ogunquit Playhouse and they have been consistently great with an occasionally critiqued item or two. As for their current production of the world premiere of My Best Friend's Wedding, the production can only be described as Ogunquit Playhouse at its best.
Pittsburgh CLO Announces Passing of Charlie Gray, Former Executive Director

Pittsburgh CLO has announced the passing of Charlie Gray, who served as Executive Director from 1982 to 1996. Mr. Gray left an indelible mark on the Pittsburgh arts community through his unwavering commitment to musical theater and arts education.
Photos: MY BEST FRIEND'S WEDDING at Ogunquit Playhouse

Performances are now underway for the World Premiere of the new musical, My Best Friend's Wedding, at Ogunquit Playhouse. Check out all new production photos here!
Video: Matt Doyle & Krystal Joy Brown Sing 'Close to You' from Ogunquit's MY BEST FRIEND'S WEDDING

Go inside rehearsals for the World Premiere of the new musical, My Best Friend's Wedding, with a book by Ron Bass & Jonathan Harvey, based on the hit TriStar Pictures' film with a screenplay by Ron Bass and featuring the songs of Burt Bacharach & Hal David. Watch Matt Doyle and Krystal Joy Brown sing 'Close to You' in this all-new video.
Photos: Cast of MY BEST FRIEND'S WEDDING at Ogunquit Playhouse Meets the Press

Se photos of the cast of My Best Friends Wedding at Ogunquit Playhouse meeting the press!
Christopher Fitzgerald to Lead the Cast of FIORELLO! Benefit Performance at CSC

Classic Stage Company will present a one-night-only benefit performance of Fiorello! Learn how to purchase tickets.
Kenita R. Miller, Alex Finke, and More Set for Dolly Parton Tribute Concert at Joe's Pub

LET ME SAY THIS: A DOLLY PARTON TRIBUTE CONCERT, will be presented on Tuesday, September 17 at 9:30 PM at Joe's Pub, featuring Alex Finke, Raymond J. Lee, Kenita R. Miller, and Jennifer Sánchez.
Krystal Joy Brown, Matt Doyle & Telly Leung Will Lead Ogunquit Playhouse's MY BEST FRIEND'S WEDDING

Casting has been announced for the World Premiere of the new musical, My Best Friend's Wedding, with a book by Ron Bass & Jonathan Harvey, based on the hit TriStar Pictures' film with a screenplay by Ron Bass and featuring the songs of Burt Bacharach & Hal David.
West Bay Community Theater Presents GREASE- IN CONCERT This August

West Bay Community Theater will present GREASE-IN CONCERT on August 17, 2024.
Kathleen Marshall Will Direct The World Premiere Of MY BEST FRIEND'S WEDDING At Ogunquit Playhouse

Ogunquit Playhouse, in association with Crossroads Live, announced today that three-time Tony Award winner Kathleen Marshall will direct the World Premiere of the new musical, My Best Friend's Wedding, with a book by Ron Bass and Jonathan Harvey, based on the hit TriStar Pictures' film with a screenplay by Ron Bass and featuring the songs of Burt Bacharach and Hal David.
BWW Q&A: Mikaela Bennett on BROADWAY BLOCKBUSTERS with Ramin Karimloo & Mikaela Bennett at Toronto Symphony Orchestra

Mikaela Bennett is a celebrated singer and actress who is garnering praise for her artistic versatility on stage and in concert halls across the globe and is a recent recipient of the Lincoln Center Award for Emerging Artists.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Kathleen Marshall been nominated for?

Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for The Unsinkable Molly Brown, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Unsinkable Molly Brown, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Nice Work If You Can Get It , Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Nice Work If You Can Get It , Outstanding Choreographer (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Nice Work If You Can Get It , Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Nice Work If You Can Get It , Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Nice Work If You Can Get It , Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Nice Work If You Can Get It , Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Anything Goes, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Anything Goes, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Anything Goes, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Anything Goes, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Anything Goes, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for The Pajama Game, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Pajama Game, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Pajama Game , Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for The Pajama Game, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Pajama Game, Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Wonderful Town, Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Wonderful Town, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Wonderful Town , Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Wonderful Town , Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Wonderful Town, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Wonderful Town, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Kiss, Me Kate, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Follies, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Kiss Me Kate , Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Kiss Me, Kate, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Kiss Me, Kate and Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Swinging on a Star.

What awards has Kathleen Marshall won?

Kathleen Marshall has received several prestigious awards for her work. She won Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for Anything Goes. She also received Outstanding Choreography at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Anything Goes and Best Choreography at the Tony Awards for the same show. Additionally, she was awarded Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for The Pajama Game, as well as Outstanding Choreography at the Outer Critics Circle Awards and Best Choreography at the Tony Awards for The Pajama Game. Kathleen also won Outstanding Director - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Wonderful Town, along with Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards and the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Wonderful Town. Furthermore, she received Best Choreography at the Tony Awards for Wonderful Town and Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for Kiss Me, Kate.

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