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Oliver!Oliver!
 
[East Haddam, CT (Regional), 2018]
Director
GypsyGypsy
 
[St. Louis, MO (Regional), 2018]
Director
Show BoatShow Boat
 
[Regional (US), 2018]
Adapter
RagsRags
 
[East Haddam, CT (Regional), 2017]
Director
RelativityRelativity
 
[Regional (US), 2016]
Director
Oklahoma!Oklahoma!
 
[St. Louis, MO (Regional), 2015]
Director
LoopedLooped
 
[US Tour, 2013]
Director
HighHigh
 
[Broadway, 2011]
Director
LoopedLooped
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Director
Make Me a Song
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Director
Make Me a Song
 
[, 2006]
Director
Elegies
 
[, 2005]
Director
All Under Heaven
 
[Off-Broadway, 1998]
Director

Writing

Awards and Nominations

Kevin Kline Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Rob RuggieroHigh


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Kevin Kline Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Rob RuggieroElla


winner
Kevin Kline Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Rob RuggieroThe Little Dog Laughed


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Kevin Kline Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Rob RuggieroUrinetown, the Musical


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Kevin Kline Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Rob RuggieroTake Me Out

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Matt Doyle, Jacob Dickey, and More Will Lead SOMETHING ROTTEN! at The Muny Photo
Matt Doyle, Jacob Dickey, and More Will Lead SOMETHING ROTTEN! at The Muny
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2026

The Muny announced the lead cast for SOMETHING ROTTEN!, including Tony winner Matt Doyle and Bryonha Marie, as the musical comedy makes its Muny premiere to close Season 108 in Forest Park.
Cast Set For SWEENEY TODD at Hartford Stage Photo
Cast Set For SWEENEY TODD at Hartford Stage
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2026

Hartford Stage and TheaterWorks Hartford announced the cast and creative team for their co-production of SWEENEY TODD, marking the first collaboration between the two Connecticut theater companies.
CIRCUS FIRE World Premiere Extends at TheaterWorks Hartford Photo
CIRCUS FIRE World Premiere Extends at TheaterWorks Hartford
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2026

TheaterWorks Hartford will present a 12-performance extension of its World Premiere production of CIRCUS FIRE, now scheduled to run through May 31, 2026.
TheaterWorks Hartford to Host Gathering for 1944 Circus Fire Survivors Photo
TheaterWorks Hartford to Host Gathering for 1944 Circus Fire Survivors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2026

Director Jeff Griffin, will host a special community gathering at TheatreWorks Hartford, inviting survivors and loved ones connected to the Hartford Circus Fire to share their personal stories and reflections.
TheaterWorks Hartford Will Celebrate 40 Years with Party On Pearl Photo
TheaterWorks Hartford Will Celebrate 40 Years with Party On Pearl
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 30, 2026

TheaterWorks Hartford, under the direction of Artistic Director Rob Ruggiero and Managing Director Jeff Griffin, just announced details for its 40th anniversary celebration PARTY ON PEARL.
Cast Announced for Theater Works Hartford's CIRCUS FIRE Photo
Cast Announced for Theater Works Hartford's CIRCUS FIRE
by Gillian Blum - Mar 28, 2026

The cast of Theater Works Hartford's production of Circus Fire, running April 16 to May 23 at the First Company Governor's Foot Guard, has been announced.
TheaterWorks Hartford Awarded Grant From CT Humanities Photo
TheaterWorks Hartford Awarded Grant From CT Humanities
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2026

TheaterWorks Hartford has been awarded a significant grant from CT Humanities to support their upcoming world premiere of CIRCUS FIRE. This funding will assist in the production costs and promotional activities for the show, which is set to captivate audiences with its historical narrative. The grant aims to enhance cultural enrichment and educational outreach, reflecting CT Humanities' commitment to supporting local arts and history projects.
TheaterWorks Hartford Announces Details for its 2026-27 Season Photo
TheaterWorks Hartford Announces Details for its 2026-27 Season
by Gillian Blum - Mar 14, 2026

TheaterWorks Hartford, under the leadership of Artistic Director Rob Ruggiero and Managing Director Jeff Griffin, announced details for its upcoming 2026-27 season.
Caroline Kinsolving Cast in CIRCUS FIRE at TheatreWorks Hartford Photo
Caroline Kinsolving Cast in CIRCUS FIRE at TheatreWorks Hartford
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2026

Caroline Kinsolving has joined the cast of CIRCUS FIRE at TheatreWorks Hartford. The new production, written by Jacques Lamarre and directed by Jared Mezzocchi, has been extended due to strong ticket demand and will be performed at historic Foot Guard Hall.
Details Set for CIRCUS FIRE at TheaterWorks Hartford Photo
Details Set for CIRCUS FIRE at TheaterWorks Hartford
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2026

TheaterWorks Hartford has revealed details for its upcoming World Premiere production of Circus Fire, which will be performed at the historic First Company Governor’s Foot Guard in Downtown Hartford.
THE COUNTER Extends Run at TheaterWorks Hartford Photo
THE COUNTER Extends Run at TheaterWorks Hartford
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026

TheaterWorks Hartford has announced an extension of the second show in their 40th anniversary season, THE COUNTER by Meghan Kennedy. Learn more about the show here!
TheaterWorks Hartford Unveils 25/26 Living Room Concert Series Featuring YELLER TOOTH Photo
TheaterWorks Hartford Unveils 25/26 Living Room Concert Series Featuring YELLER TOOTH
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 9, 2026

TheaterWorks Hartford has announced the 25/26 Living Room Concert Series, a lobby-based concert program curated by Erica Tracy Sullivan that brings musicians and audiences together in an informal, living room–style setting.
Justis Bolding, Tim DeKay, and Erika Rolfsrud Will Lead THE COUNTER at TheatreWorks H Photo
Justis Bolding, Tim DeKay, and Erika Rolfsrud Will Lead THE COUNTER at TheatreWorks Hartford
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 6, 2026

TheaterWorks Hartford, under the direction of Artistic Director Rob Ruggiero and Managing Director Jeff Griffin, just announced details for its 25/26 production of The Counter by Meghan Kennedy.
TheaterWorks Hartford Moves CIRCUS FIRE to New Venue in Downtown Hartford Photo
TheaterWorks Hartford Moves CIRCUS FIRE to New Venue in Downtown Hartford
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026

TheaterWorks Hartford has revealed a new venue for the upcoming world premiere of Circus Fire. The performances will now be held at The First Company Governor's Foot Guard.
John Tartaglia, Karla Puno Garcia and More Set for The Muny Season 108 Productions Photo
John Tartaglia, Karla Puno Garcia and More Set for The Muny Season 108 Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026

The Muny has selected the seven teams of directors, choreographers, music directors and lead designers whose creative visions will shape the Tony Award-winning theatre’s 2026 season in Forest Park.
TheaterWorks Hartford Receives Joyce C. Willis Equity In The Arts Award From Roberts Photo
TheaterWorks Hartford Receives Joyce C. Willis Equity In The Arts Award From Roberts Foundation For The Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 19, 2025

TheaterWorks Hartford, led by Artistic Director Rob Ruggiero and Managing Director Jeff Griffin, has received the Joyce C. Willis Equity in the Arts Award from the Roberts Foundation for the Arts.
YSANNE Comes to TheaterWorks Hartford For Living Room Concert Photo
YSANNE Comes to TheaterWorks Hartford For Living Room Concert
by Stephi Wild - Dec 16, 2025

TWH will continue its 25-26 season with a special performance by Hartford-based musician, YSANNE. Join TWH at Bar Max (1 Haynes St., Downtown Hartford) on Thursday, January 15 at 6:30pm.
THE COUNTER Comes to TheaterWorks Hartford Photo
THE COUNTER Comes to TheaterWorks Hartford
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2025

TheaterWorks Hartford, under the direction of Artistic Director Rob Ruggiero and Managing Director Jeff Griffin, has announced details for its 25/26 production of The Counter by Meghan Kennedy.
CHRISTMAS ON THE ROCKS Begins Next Week at TheaterWorks Hartford Photo
CHRISTMAS ON THE ROCKS Begins Next Week at TheaterWorks Hartford
by Gillian Blum - Nov 23, 2025

Conceived and directed by Artistic Director Rob Ruggiero, Christmas on the Rocks features work from six playwrights, each adding their own spin to the canon of holiday traditions past.
CHRISTMAS ON THE ROCKS Celebrates its 13th Season at TheaterWorks Hartford Photo
CHRISTMAS ON THE ROCKS Celebrates its 13th Season at TheaterWorks Hartford
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2025

Conceived and directed by Artistic Director Rob Ruggiero, CHRISTMAS ON THE ROCKS features work from six playwrights, each adding their own spin to the canon of holiday traditions past.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Rob Ruggiero written?

Rob Ruggiero has written 1 shows including Make Me a Song (Conceiver).

What awards has Rob Ruggiero been nominated for?

Outstanding Director of a Play (Kevin Kline Awards) for High, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Kevin Kline Awards) for Ella, Outstanding Director of a Play (Kevin Kline Awards) for The Little Dog Laughed, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Kevin Kline Awards) for Urinetown, the Musical and Outstanding Director of a Play (Kevin Kline Awards) for Take Me Out.

What awards has Rob Ruggiero won?

Rob Ruggiero has won the following awards: Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Kevin Kline Awards for Ella; Outstanding Director of a Play at the Kevin Kline Awards for The Little Dog Laughed; Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Kevin Kline Awards for Urinetown, the Musical; and Outstanding Director of a Play at the Kevin Kline Awards for Take Me Out.

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