Andy Blankenbuehler
Birth Place: Cincinnati, OH, USA
Latest News on Andy Blankenbuehler:
THE OUTSIDERS, KIMBERLY AKIMBO, And More Announced for Broadway In Louisville 2025-2026 Season (Feb 26, 2025)
PHANTOM, HAMILTON, and THE LION KING Announced As Broadway In Detroit Season Extras (Feb 22, 2025)
HAMILTON to Launch #HAM4HAM Lottery for The Hobby Center Engagement (Feb 21, 2025)
THE OUTSIDERS, KIMBERLY AKIMBO, And More Announced for Broadway In Louisville 2025-2026 Season (Feb 26, 2025)
PHANTOM, HAMILTON, and THE LION KING Announced As Broadway In Detroit Season Extras (Feb 22, 2025)
HAMILTON to Launch #HAM4HAM Lottery for The Hobby Center Engagement (Feb 21, 2025)
BIO
Mr. Blankenbuehler won a 2008 Tony Award for his choreography in the Tony Award winning Best Musical In The Heights (also Lortel Award, Outer Critics Award and Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Choreography). He also choreographed the Broadway revival of The Apple Tree. Other recent projects include the new Broadway-bound musical Waiting For The Moon (music by Frank Wildhorn); the world premiere of the musical A Little Princess (music by Andrew Lippa); the Paper Mill Playhouse production of A Wonderful Life; as well as the off-Broadway play Burleigh Grimes (music by David Yazbek); and the hit Caesars Palace production Nights On Broadway. As a performer, he has danced on Broadway in Fosse, Contact, Man of La Mancha, Saturday Night Fever, Steel Pier, Big and Guys and Dolls.
Photos
(Back Row L to R): Marina Pires, Lesli Margherita, Carolee Carmello, Kamille Upshaw, Shereen Ahmed, Lucia Giannetta, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Elizabeth Stanley, Michelle Veintimilla (Middle Row L to R): Allison Blackwell, Georgina Pazcoguin, Dylis Croman, Jen Sese, Paloma Garcia-Lee, Director/ Choreographer Andy Blankenbuehler (Front Row L to R): Morgan Marcell, Yani Marin, Haley Fish, Charlie Firlik, Steven Pasquale, Sasha Hutchings
Date:
07/24/2024
From: Photos: Cast of NINE at the Kennedy Center Meets the Press
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(Back Row L to R): Marina Pires, Lesli Margherita, Carolee Carmello, Kamille Upshaw, Shereen Ahmed, Lucia Giannetta, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Elizabeth Stanley, Michelle Veintimilla (Middle Row L to R): Allison Blackwell, Georgina Pazcoguin, Dylis Croman, Jen Sese, Paloma Garcia-Lee, Director Choreographer Andy Blankenbuehler (Front Row L to R): Morgan Marcell, Yani Marin, Haley Fish, Charlie Firlik, Steven Pasquale, Sasha Hutchings
Date:
07/24/2024
From: Photos: Cast of NINE at the Kennedy Center Meets the Press
Terrence Mann, Ryan Steele Bradley Dean, Jacob Burns, Voltaire Wade-Green, Ryan Steele
Phil Colgan, Thayne Jasperson, Andy Blankenbuehler
Tyler Hanes, Jacob Guzman, Reed Luplau, Ahmad Simmons, Ryan VanDenBoom, Gaby Diaz, Morgan Marcel, Katie Webber, Deanne Stewart, Karine Plantadit, Ximone Rose, Hayley Fish, Kate Nash, Hannah Cruz
Samantha Pollino,
Victoria Fiore,
Jennifer Florentino,
Eleri Ward, Ida Saki and Cindy Salgado
Date:
11/07/2022
From: Photos: On the Red Carpet of ONLY GOLD Opening Night at MCC Theater
Terrence Mann, Ryan Steele Bradley Dean, Jacob Burns, Voltaire Wade-Green, Ryan Steele
Phil Colgan, Thayne Jasperson, Andy Blankenbuehler,
Tyler Hanes, Jacob Guzman, Reed Luplau, Ahmad Simmons, Ryan VanDenBoom, Gaby Diaz, Morgan Marcel, Katie Webber, Deanne Stewart, Karine Plantadit, Ximone Rose, Hayley Fish, Kate Nash, Hannah Cruz
Samantha Pollino,
Victoria Fiore,
Jennifer Florentino,
Eleri Ward, Ida Saki and Cindy Salgado
Date:
11/07/2022
From: Photos: On the Red Carpet of ONLY GOLD Opening Night at MCC Theater
STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1992
Ensemble [Replacement]
Guy [Replacement]
Havana Dance Specialty [Replacement]
Productions
Movies
Cats
[ 2019 ] choreographer
[ 2019 ] choreographer
Hamilton
[ 2020 ] choreographer
[ 2020 ] choreographer
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Choreography
Andy Blankenbuehler, Only Gold
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Choreography
Andy Blankenbuehler, Only Gold
winner
The Lortels - 2023 - Outstanding Choreographer
Andy Blankenbuehler, Only Gold
winner
Olivier Awards - 2018 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Andy Blankenbuehler, Hamilton
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2017 - Best Choreography
Andy Blankenbuehler, Bandstand
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Choreography
Andy Blankenbuehler, Bandstand
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Choreographer
Andy Blankenbuehler, Bandstand
winner
Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Choreography
Andy Blankenbuehler, Bandstand
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2016 - Best Choreography
Andy Blankenbuehler, Hamilton
winner
Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Choreography
Andy Blankenbuehler, Hamilton
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Special Award
Andy Blankenbuehler, Hamilton
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Choreography
Andy Blankenbuehler, Hamilton
winner
The Lortels - 2015 - Outstanding Choreographer
Andy Blankenbuehler, Hamilton
Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Choreography
Andy Blankenbuehler, Bring It On: The Musical
Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Andy Blankenbuehler, Bring It On: The Musical
Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Choreography
Andy Blankenbuehler, Bring It On: The Musical
Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Choreography
Andy Blankenbuehler, 9 to 5
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Choreography
Andy Blankenbuehler , 9 to 5
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Choreography
Andy Blankenbuehler, 9 to 5: The Musical
winner
Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Choreography
Andy Blankenbuehler, In The Heights
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Choreograph
Andy Blankenbuehler, In the Heights
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Choreography
Andy Blankenbuehler, In the Heights
winner
The Lortels - 2007 - Outstanding Choreographer
Andy Blankenbuehler, In the Heights
Videos
Video: Watch Doechii Dance to a HAMILTON Remix After Her Broadway-Inspired Grammys Performance
by Michael Major - 2025-02-05 09:33:28
Video: Christopher Jackson Sings Early Version of HAMILTON's 'Right-Hand Man'
by Nicole Rosky - 2025-01-30 12:16:28
Video: Watch Phillipa Soo's First HAMILTON Audition For 'Hamilten' Celebration
by Michael Major - 2025-01-07 11:59:42
Video: HAMILTON Wishes Happy Anniversary to Alexander and Eliza Hamilton
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-12-14 14:46:10
Video: Inside the HAMILTON Orchestra Pit at The Buell Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-10-26 12:59:25
Video: Steven Pasquale, Lesli Margherita, and More in NINE at the Kennedy Center
by Joshua Wright - 2024-08-08 11:00:21
Video: Hear From Steven Pasquale, Elizabeth Stanley & More From the Cast of NINE at the Kennedy Center
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - 2024-07-29 13:38:19
Video: First Look at the International Tour of HAMILTON in Rehearsal
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-09-10 09:42:56
Video: Rachelle Ann Go, Jason Arrow, & More Lead HAMILTON International Tour; Meet the Cast!
by A.A. Cristi - 2023-07-18 23:15:28
Video: Broadway's Best Dancers Gather on the Red Carpet at the 2023 Chita Rivera Awards
by Red Carpet - 2023-05-25 10:16:16
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- That's the That on That with Douglas Lyons
by Jayke Workman - 2023-03-19 12:00:20
VIDEO: Watch Nik Walker & the HAMILTON Cast Perform 'Wait For It' on GMA
by Michael Major - 2022-08-05 12:11:52
VIDEO: Watch the Cast of HAMILTON Perform 'The Schuyler Sisters' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - 2022-08-05 09:26:50
VIDEO: Lauren Louis Talks CATS National Tour at Denver Center for the Performing Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-05-25 15:56:09
VIDEO: Lin-Manuel Miranda & Ariana DeBose Reunite in Conversation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-03-16 13:45:14
VIDEO: First Look at the National Tour of CATS in San Francisco
by Stephi Wild - 2022-03-08 06:00:42
News
THE OUTSIDERS, KIMBERLY AKIMBO, And More Announced for Broadway In Louisville 2025-2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2025
PNC Broadway in Louisville has announced its 2025-2026 Season which boasts five Louisville premieres including the 2024 Tony Award-winning Best Musical THE OUTSIDERS.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2025
PNC Broadway in Louisville has announced its 2025-2026 Season which boasts five Louisville premieres including the 2024 Tony Award-winning Best Musical THE OUTSIDERS.
PHANTOM, HAMILTON, and THE LION KING Announced As Broadway In Detroit Season Extras
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 22, 2025
Broadway In Detroit has announced three blockbuster hit shows coming to Detroit as season extras in the 2025 – 26 season including the highly anticipated new tour of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA and more.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 22, 2025
Broadway In Detroit has announced three blockbuster hit shows coming to Detroit as season extras in the 2025 – 26 season including the highly anticipated new tour of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA and more.
HAMILTON to Launch #HAM4HAM Lottery for The Hobby Center Engagement
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2025
A digital lottery will launch for HAMILTON tickets will begin in conjunction with the show's first performance in March. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2025
A digital lottery will launch for HAMILTON tickets will begin in conjunction with the show's first performance in March. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: HAMILTON UK and Ireland Tour Welcomes New Cast
by Stephi Wild - Feb 21, 2025
All new photos have been released of the new cast of the UK and Ireland tour of HAMILTON. Check out the photos here and learn more about where to catch the tour!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 21, 2025
All new photos have been released of the new cast of the UK and Ireland tour of HAMILTON. Check out the photos here and learn more about where to catch the tour!
Broadway in Kansas City Reveals 25-26 Season Featuring WICKED and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2025
PNC Broadway in Kansas City has revealed the 25–26 season for Music Hall and the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, featuring Wicked and more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2025
PNC Broadway in Kansas City has revealed the 25–26 season for Music Hall and the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, featuring Wicked and more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Lin-Manuel Miranda Shares Only Public Performance of Cut HAMILTON Song
by Michael Major - Feb 18, 2025
Lin-Manuel Miranda has shared the video of the only public performance of a song cut from Hamilton. The post – which was shared for 'HamilTuesday' in honor of 10 years since the musical debuted – features 'Valley Forge' including Christopher Jackson.
by Michael Major - Feb 18, 2025
Lin-Manuel Miranda has shared the video of the only public performance of a song cut from Hamilton. The post – which was shared for 'HamilTuesday' in honor of 10 years since the musical debuted – features 'Valley Forge' including Christopher Jackson.
Tickets For HAMILTON at the Wharton on Sale Now
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2025
Individual tickets for HAMILTON are on sale now at Wharton Center's Ticket Office, online, or by calling 517.432.2000 or 1.800.WHARTON. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2025
Individual tickets for HAMILTON are on sale now at Wharton Center's Ticket Office, online, or by calling 517.432.2000 or 1.800.WHARTON. Learn more about the show here!
Tickets For HAMILTON at the Wharton Center on Sale Next Week
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2025
Individual tickets for HAMILTON at the Wharton Center will go on sale Monday, February 17, 2025, at Wharton Center's Ticket Office, online, or by calling 517.432.2000 or 1.800.WHARTON.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2025
Individual tickets for HAMILTON at the Wharton Center will go on sale Monday, February 17, 2025, at Wharton Center's Ticket Office, online, or by calling 517.432.2000 or 1.800.WHARTON.
Bonnie Milligan, Beanie Feldstein and More Nominated for 2025 Helen Hayes Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2025
Theatre Washington has announced nominees for the 41st Helen Hayes Awards, which will be presented on Monday, May 19 at an event at The Anthem. The nominations are for productions in the Washington, DC, region in the 2024 calendar year.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2025
Theatre Washington has announced nominees for the 41st Helen Hayes Awards, which will be presented on Monday, May 19 at an event at The Anthem. The nominations are for productions in the Washington, DC, region in the 2024 calendar year.
Review: HAMILTON at Peace Center
by Elizabeth Cortes - Feb 8, 2025
What did our critic think of HAMILTON at Peace Center?
by Elizabeth Cortes - Feb 8, 2025
What did our critic think of HAMILTON at Peace Center?
HAMILTON to Launch Lottery for Memphis Engagement
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025
The Orpheum Theatre Group will launch a digital lottery for HAMILTON tickets, which will begin in conjunction with the show's first performance in February. Learn more ad see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025
The Orpheum Theatre Group will launch a digital lottery for HAMILTON tickets, which will begin in conjunction with the show's first performance in February. Learn more ad see how to purchase tickets.
Works & Process At The Guggenheim To Develop New Work On Vermont's Potash Hill
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2025
Works & Process at the Guggenheim, alongside a list of renowned artists, is developing new works on Vermont's Potash Hill. Potash Hill, the 560-acre campus owned by Marlboro Music, is fast becoming a premier destination for artist residencies and creative programming.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2025
Works & Process at the Guggenheim, alongside a list of renowned artists, is developing new works on Vermont's Potash Hill. Potash Hill, the 560-acre campus owned by Marlboro Music, is fast becoming a premier destination for artist residencies and creative programming.
Video: Watch Doechii Dance to a HAMILTON Remix After Her Broadway-Inspired Grammys Performance
by Michael Major - Feb 5, 2025
Doechii is not throwing away her shot at Broadway. After taking home her first Grammy for Best Rap Album on Sunday night, a video has resurfaced of the rapper dancing to a mashup of of her song 'Catfish' and 'My Shot' from Hamilton.
by Michael Major - Feb 5, 2025
Doechii is not throwing away her shot at Broadway. After taking home her first Grammy for Best Rap Album on Sunday night, a video has resurfaced of the rapper dancing to a mashup of of her song 'Catfish' and 'My Shot' from Hamilton.
Lin-Manuel Miranda Shares the First Email He Sent to Hamilton Biographer Ron Chernow
by Michael Major - Feb 4, 2025
After revealing videos from the auditions of Christopher Jackson and Philippa Soo, Lin-Manuel Miranda has now gone all the way back to 2008 – when In the Heights had just opened on Broadway – when he first emailed Hamilton biographer Ron Chernow.
by Michael Major - Feb 4, 2025
After revealing videos from the auditions of Christopher Jackson and Philippa Soo, Lin-Manuel Miranda has now gone all the way back to 2008 – when In the Heights had just opened on Broadway – when he first emailed Hamilton biographer Ron Chernow.
HAMILTON to Return to Portland at Keller Auditorium in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2025
HAMILTON is coming back to Portland’s Keller Auditorium. Based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography and set to a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, the hit musical is the winner of 11 Tony Awards. We have all of the details on the show's return here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2025
HAMILTON is coming back to Portland’s Keller Auditorium. Based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography and set to a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, the hit musical is the winner of 11 Tony Awards. We have all of the details on the show's return here!
HELL'S KITCHEN, THE NOTEBOOK And More Announced For Broadway In Cincinnati's 2025/26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 31, 2025
First Financial Bank Broadway in Cincinnati will present a highly-anticipated season lineup of shows starting with screen-to-stage success Back To The Future: The Musical, the revolutionary 2016 Tony Award Winner for Best Musical Hamilton, and more.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 31, 2025
First Financial Bank Broadway in Cincinnati will present a highly-anticipated season lineup of shows starting with screen-to-stage success Back To The Future: The Musical, the revolutionary 2016 Tony Award Winner for Best Musical Hamilton, and more.
Video: Christopher Jackson Sings Early Version of HAMILTON's 'Right-Hand Man'
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 30, 2025
Hamilton celebrates ten years on Broadway in 2025 and to celebrate, the show has been sharing flashbacks to the early days of the musical's development. Throw it back with this early draft of 'Right-Hand Man,' performed by Christopher Jackson as part of The Lincoln Center American Songbook Series in January 2012. Watch the video here!
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 30, 2025
Hamilton celebrates ten years on Broadway in 2025 and to celebrate, the show has been sharing flashbacks to the early days of the musical's development. Throw it back with this early draft of 'Right-Hand Man,' performed by Christopher Jackson as part of The Lincoln Center American Songbook Series in January 2012. Watch the video here!
What Broadway Shows Are On Tour Across North America in 2025? - A Complete Guide
by Joshua Wright - Jan 27, 2025
Looking for a show to see in a city near you? Check out our guide of current and upcoming Broadway tours, and learn about each production as they make their way across the United States and Canada on their North American routes, including musicals and plays.
by Joshua Wright - Jan 27, 2025
Looking for a show to see in a city near you? Check out our guide of current and upcoming Broadway tours, and learn about each production as they make their way across the United States and Canada on their North American routes, including musicals and plays.
HAMILTON Launches #HAM4HAM Lottery for Seattle Engagement
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2025
A digital lottery for HAMILTON tickets will begin in conjunction with the show’s first performance at Seattle’s Paramount Theatre. A limited number of tickets will be available for every performance for $10 each. Learn how to enter.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2025
A digital lottery for HAMILTON tickets will begin in conjunction with the show’s first performance at Seattle’s Paramount Theatre. A limited number of tickets will be available for every performance for $10 each. Learn how to enter.
HAMILTON Returns To San Diego In May 2025; Tickets On Sale Now
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 24, 2025
Single tickets for HAMILTON will go on sale to the public on Thursday, January 23 at 10 AM online, or in person at the San Diego Civic Theatre Ticket Office. Tickets will be available for performances May 6-18.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 24, 2025
Single tickets for HAMILTON will go on sale to the public on Thursday, January 23 at 10 AM online, or in person at the San Diego Civic Theatre Ticket Office. Tickets will be available for performances May 6-18.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Andy Blankenbuehler been in?
Andy Blankenbuehler has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.
How many West End shows has Andy Blankenbuehler been in?
Andy Blankenbuehler has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Andy Blankenbuehler been nominated for?
Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Only Gold, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Only Gold, Outstanding Choreographer (The Lortels) for Only Gold, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Hamilton, Best Choreography (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Bandstand, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Bandstand, Outstanding Choreographer (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Bandstand, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Bandstand, Best Choreography (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Hamilton, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Hamilton, Special Award (Drama Desk Awards) for Hamilton, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hamilton, Outstanding Choreographer (The Lortels) for Hamilton, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Bring It On: The Musical, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Bring It On: The Musical, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Bring It On: The Musical, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for 9 to 5 , Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for 9 to 5, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for 9 to 5: The Musical, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for In The Heights, Outstanding Choreograph (Drama Desk Awards) for In the Heights, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for In the Heights and Outstanding Choreographer (The Lortels) for In the Heights.
What awards has Andy Blankenbuehler won?
Andy Blankenbuehler has received several prestigious awards for his choreography. These include: - Outstanding Choreographer (The Lortels) for Only Gold - Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Hamilton - Best Choreography (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Bandstand - Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Bandstand - Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Bandstand - Best Choreography (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Hamilton - Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Hamilton - Special Award (Drama Desk Awards) for Hamilton - Outstanding Choreographer (The Lortels) for Hamilton - Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for In The Heights - Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for In the Heights - Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for In the Heights - Outstanding Choreographer (The Lortels) for In the Heights
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