Christopher Gattelli
Winners Announced for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards (Jun 10, 2026)
Tony Awards Fashion: Stars Serve Glamour, Glitter and More on Broadway's Biggest Night (Jun 9, 2026)
Photos: 2026 Tony Awards- Stars Walk the Red Carpet (Jun 7, 2026)
BIO
CHRISTOPHER GATTELLI was awarded the 2012 Tony, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle Awards for his choreography in Newsies. Broadway (choreographer): The King & I (Tony nomination), South Pacific (Tony and Outer Critics Circle nominations), My Fair Lady, War Paint, Amazing Grace, Casa Valentina, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, Sunday in the Park With George, Godspell, The Ritz, Martin Short: Fame Becomes Me, 13, High Fidelity. Off- Broadway: Dogfight (Lortel Award), Altar Boyz (Lortel Award, Callaway Award, Drama Desk Nom.), Bat Boy: The Musical (Lortel Award), 10 Million Miles, Adrift in Maco, tick,tick...BOOM!, I Love You Because. West End/London: South Pacific, Sunday in the Park with George, tick, tick...BOOM! National/International
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STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Writing
Awards and Nominations
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Christopher Gattelli, Schmigadoon!
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Christopher Gattelli, Schmigadoon!
Christopher Gattelli, Schmigadoon!
Christopher Gattelli, Schmigadoon!
Christopher Gattelli, Death Becomes Her
Christopher Gattelli, Death Becomes Her
Christopher Gattelli, Death Becomes Her
Christopher Gattelli, Death Becomes Her
Christopher Gattelli, Death Becomes Her
Christopher Gattelli, The Cher Show
Christopher Gattelli, SpongeBob SquarePants
Christopher Gattelli, SpongeBob SquarePants
Christopher Gattelli, My Fair Lady
Christopher Gattelli, My Fair Lady
Christopher Gattelli, SpongeBob SquarePants
Christopher Gattelli, The King and I
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Christopher Gattelli, Newsies The Musical
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Christopher Gattelli, Newsies
Christopher Gattelli, SILENCE! The Musical
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Christopher Gattelli, Newsies the Musical
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Christopher GattelliAltar Boyz
Christopher Gattelli, South Pacific
Christopher Gattelli, Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific
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Christopher Gattelli, Altar Boyz
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Christopher GattelliBat Boy: The Musical
Videos
Video: Kaleigh Cronin Makes 'Helen Sharp' Debut in DEATH BECOMES HER
by Michael Major - 2025-07-23 10:54:14
Video: Jennifer Simard and Christopher Sieber Talk Viral DEATH BECOMES HER Line
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-06-03 10:21:06
Video: Megan Hilty & Jennifer Simard Sing 'The Confrontation' at MISCAST
by Michael Major - 2025-05-30 11:14:52
Video: Michelle Williams Recalls Meeting Michelle Williams: 'It Was Such a Tender Moment'
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-27 14:03:42
Video: Jennifer Simard and Michelle Williams Reflect on DEATH BECOMES HER Success on CBS MORNINGS
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-22 11:15:51
Video: Julia Mattison and Noel Carey Talk DEATH BECOMES HER Songwriting Process
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-16 12:12:09
Video: The Company of TAKE THE LEAD At Paper Mill Playhouses Performs 'Watch Me Move'
by A.A. Cristi - 2025-03-14 21:26:21
Video: Michelle Williams Talks Extravagant DEATH BECOMES HER Costume
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-03-14 14:17:12
Video: Megan Hilty Says DEATH BECOMES HER 'Is The Hardest I Have Ever Worked'
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-02-17 15:43:06
Kelly Rowland Encouraged Destiny's Child Bandmate Michelle Williams to Return to Broadway
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-02-11 15:19:42
Video: Michelle Williams Opens Up About Broadway Return on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-02-03 12:51:44
Video: DEATH BECOMES HER Cast Performs 'For The Gaze' on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Stephi Wild - 2025-01-28 05:34:28
News
by Team BWW - Jun 10, 2026
The results are in for the 2026 BroadwayWorld Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Lost Boys dominated the night with wins including Best New Musical, Best Direction, and Best Lead Performer, while Death of a Salesman and Every Brilliant Thing's Daniel Radcliffe led the play categories.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 9, 2026
The category is: Tony Awards Eleganza. Broadway legends, rising stars, Hollywood favorites, and fashion icons all came ready to walk at this year's ceremony. Rachel Zegler, Cole Escola, Queen Latifah, Darren Criss, Jordan Roth, Bernadette Peters, and dozens more brought glamour, confidence, and undeniable star power to the red carpet.
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 7, 2026
The stars are aligning at Rockefeller Center! That's where the best of Broadway comes together today to walk the red carpet ahead of the 79th Annual Tony Awards- the biggest celebration in the American theatre. BroadwayWorld of course will be on hand at Radio City Music Hall all night to keep you up to speed on what's going on onstage, backstage, and behind the scenes!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2026
Actors' Equity Association announced the chorus of SCHMIGADOON! as the recipient of the 2026 ACCA Award for Outstanding Broadway Chorus, honoring 16 performers for their skill, athleticism, and contributions to the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2026
Tickets for the Tony Award-winning musical comedy DEATH BECOMES HER go on sale for its three-week engagement at Playhouse Square in Cleveland, where the national tour will launch.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 4, 2026
Watch in this video as we chat with: Christopher Gattelli (Schmigadoon!), Ellenore Scott (Ragtime), Omari Wiles and Arturo Lyons (Cats: The Jellicle Ball), and Lauren Yalango-Grant and Christopher Cree Grant (The Lost Boys).
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 5, 2026
This season, seven choreographers receive recognition for their outstanding work on Broadway. Meet the Tony-nominated choreographers of 2026 and check out their work onstage in these videos.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2026
Something's coming! The best of Broadway will take the stage Sunday night at Radio City Music Hall for the 79th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by P!nk. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2026
Second Stage Theater has announced five productions for its upcoming 48th Season, including the Broadway premieres of The Fantasticks and Gloria. Learn more about the full season here!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2026
The best of Broadway takes the stage tonight at Radio City Music Hall for the 79th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by P!nk. Stay tuned all night ling for updates from inside the ceremony.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2026
The 79th Annual Tony Awards have come and gone! As winners took the stage at the big event, BroadwayWorld brought you full text of all of the acceptance speeches; from the emotional to the humorous, and everything in between.
by Luka Vonier - Jun 2, 2026
Watch in this video as we chat with: Tim Jackson (Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)), Whitney White (Liberation), Lear deBessonet (Ragtime), Zhailon Levingston and Bill Rauch (Cats: The Jellicle Ball), and Christopher Gattelli (Schmigadoon!).
by Team BWW - Jun 2, 2026
This is the final chance to vote for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
by - Jun 1, 2026
Happy Tonys Week, BroadwayWorld! It is June 1, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
by Team BWW - May 29, 2026
There's just four days left to vote for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
by - May 29, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 29, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2026
A new production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella will tour in fall 2027, directed and choreographed by Christopher Gatelli. The musical features Rodgers & Hammerstein classics including “In My Own Little Corner,” “Impossible,” and more.
by Luka Vonier - May 29, 2026
In this video, watch as Ben hits the rehearsal room to break down Christopher Gattelli's Tony-nominated choreography for Broadway's Schmigadoon! with the help of dance captain Lauralyn McClelland. Can you keep up?
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
The Stage Door Foundation's NEW NEXT NOW series announced directors for three industry readings of original musicals, with Schele Williams, Billie Aken-Tyers, and Jesca Prudencio each helming a new work.
by Team BWW - May 22, 2026
The first standings have been revealed for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Christopher Gattelli has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
Christopher Gattelli has not appeared in the West End.
Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Schmigadoon!, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Schmigadoon!, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Schmigadoon!, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Schmigadoon!, OUTSTANDING DIRECTION OF A MUSICAL (Drama League Awards) for Death Becomes Her, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Death Becomes Her, Outstanding Direction of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Death Becomes Her, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Death Becomes Her, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Death Becomes Her, Outstanding Choreographer (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Cher Show, The LaDuca Award for Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants, Outstanding Choreographer (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants, Outstanding Choreographer (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for My Fair Lady, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for My Fair Lady, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for The King and I , Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Newsies The Musical , Outstanding Choreographer (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Newsies, Outstanding Choreographer (The Lortels) for SILENCE! The Musical, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Newsies the Musical, Outstanding Choreography (Kevin Kline Awards) for Altar Boyz, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for South Pacific, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific, Outstanding Choreographer (The Lortels) for Altar Boyz and Outstanding Choreographer (The Lortels) for Bat Boy: The Musical.
Christopher Gattelli has won several awards for his choreography, including: - Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for Schmigadoon! - Outstanding Choreography at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Schmigadoon! - Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for Newsies The Musical - Outstanding Choreographer at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Newsies - Best Choreography at the Tony Awards for Newsies The Musical - Outstanding Choreography at the Kevin Kline Awards for Altar Boyz - Outstanding Choreographer at The Lortels for Altar Boyz - Outstanding Choreographer at The Lortels for Bat Boy: The Musical.
Christopher Gattelli has written 1 shows including In Your Arms (Conceived by).
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