Andy Blankenbuehler
Birth Place: Cincinnati, OH, USA
Latest News on Andy Blankenbuehler:
WICKED and More Set for 2025-2026 Broadway Season at the West Herr Auditorium Theatre (Mar 20, 2025)
HAMILTON, HADESTOWN, and More Set For Marcus Center's 2025/26 Season (Mar 18, 2025)
HAMILTON Lottery For $10 Tickets At Hult Center Now Live (Mar 15, 2025)
WICKED and More Set for 2025-2026 Broadway Season at the West Herr Auditorium Theatre (Mar 20, 2025)
HAMILTON, HADESTOWN, and More Set For Marcus Center's 2025/26 Season (Mar 18, 2025)
HAMILTON Lottery For $10 Tickets At Hult Center Now Live (Mar 15, 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 Andy Blankenbuehler Discuss NEVER ALONE For Works & Process
by Michael Major - 2025-03-07 13:25:29
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
News
WICKED and More Set for 2025-2026 Broadway Season at the West Herr Auditorium Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2025
The 2025-2026 Broadway Season at the West Herr Auditorium Theatre has been revealed, including CLUE, & JULIET, KIMBERLY AKIMBO, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE Neil Diamond MUSICAL and SUFFS. WICKED and SPAMALOT. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2025
The 2025-2026 Broadway Season at the West Herr Auditorium Theatre has been revealed, including CLUE, & JULIET, KIMBERLY AKIMBO, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE Neil Diamond MUSICAL and SUFFS. WICKED and SPAMALOT. Learn more!
HAMILTON, HADESTOWN, and More Set For Marcus Center's 2025/26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2025
The 2025/26 Broadway at the Marcus Center season has been announced, along with the new MPAC Presents Jazz and Dance series for 2025/26. Learn more about the season here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2025
The 2025/26 Broadway at the Marcus Center season has been announced, along with the new MPAC Presents Jazz and Dance series for 2025/26. Learn more about the season here!
HAMILTON Lottery For $10 Tickets At Hult Center Now Live
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2025
Hult Center has announced a digital lottery for HAMILTON tickets will begin in conjunction with the show's first performance on Tuesday, March 25 in Eugene, OR at the Hult Center. A limited number of tickets will be available for every performance for $10 each.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2025
Hult Center has announced a digital lottery for HAMILTON tickets will begin in conjunction with the show's first performance on Tuesday, March 25 in Eugene, OR at the Hult Center. A limited number of tickets will be available for every performance for $10 each.
HAMILTON to Launch #HAM4HAM Lottery for Austin Engagement
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025
A digital lottery for HAMILTON tickets will begin in conjunction with the show’s first performance on Tuesday, March 25 in Austin at Bass Concert Hall. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025
A digital lottery for HAMILTON tickets will begin in conjunction with the show’s first performance on Tuesday, March 25 in Austin at Bass Concert Hall. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Tickets For The Return Of HAMILTON at the Ohio Theatre Are on Sale Now
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2025
Single tickets for HAMILTON are on sale to the public. This return engagement will again take to the Ohio Theatre (39 E. State St.) stage for a two-week run. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2025
Single tickets for HAMILTON are on sale to the public. This return engagement will again take to the Ohio Theatre (39 E. State St.) stage for a two-week run. Learn more here!
Works & Process to Hold Residency Open Call This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2025
Works & Process will launch its first-ever Residency Open Call. Applications from New York City-based artists will be accepted for out-of-town residencies that will take place from October 2025-May 2026. Learn how to apply.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2025
Works & Process will launch its first-ever Residency Open Call. Applications from New York City-based artists will be accepted for out-of-town residencies that will take place from October 2025-May 2026. Learn how to apply.
HAMILTON, & JULIET, and More Set For Broadway in Indianapolis 2025-2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025
Broadway in Indianapolis has announced its 2025/2026 season with MJ, & Juliet, The Wiz, Hamilton, Les Miserables, Beauty and the Beast, and Clue. Learn more about the lineup here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025
Broadway in Indianapolis has announced its 2025/2026 season with MJ, & Juliet, The Wiz, Hamilton, Les Miserables, Beauty and the Beast, and Clue. Learn more about the lineup here!
West End Production of HAMILTON Extends Booking
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2025
The West End production of HAMILTON at the Victoria Palace Theatre has extended booking until Saturday 28 March 2026. Learn more about how to get tickets here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2025
The West End production of HAMILTON at the Victoria Palace Theatre has extended booking until Saturday 28 March 2026. Learn more about how to get tickets here!
Canadian Artist Izzy Pereira On Navigating the New York Dance Industry
by Miranda Stück - Mar 10, 2025
Izzy Pereira is a professional dancer currently based in New York City, originally from Toronto, Canada. Izzy recently graduated from Pace University with a BFA in commercial dance. Professionally, Izzy has been in a national commercial for Snapchat, was in a short film with NYC’s Wolf and Swan Company and most recently she was the rehearsal director and the assistant to choreographer KingChris for pop artist Tash Blake’s European tour.
by Miranda Stück - Mar 10, 2025
Izzy Pereira is a professional dancer currently based in New York City, originally from Toronto, Canada. Izzy recently graduated from Pace University with a BFA in commercial dance. Professionally, Izzy has been in a national commercial for Snapchat, was in a short film with NYC’s Wolf and Swan Company and most recently she was the rehearsal director and the assistant to choreographer KingChris for pop artist Tash Blake’s European tour.
Video: Watch Andy Blankenbuehler Discuss NEVER ALONE For Works & Process
by Michael Major - Mar 7, 2025
Andy Blankenbuehler shared a new look at his new work, Never Alone, which culminates Works & Process LaunchPAD residency at Potash Hill and a Jacob’s Pillow's Pillow Lab. In this new video, Blankenbuehler discusses the piece, while giving a preview.
by Michael Major - Mar 7, 2025
Andy Blankenbuehler shared a new look at his new work, Never Alone, which culminates Works & Process LaunchPAD residency at Potash Hill and a Jacob’s Pillow's Pillow Lab. In this new video, Blankenbuehler discusses the piece, while giving a preview.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 7, 2025
by - Mar 7, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 7, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Mar 7, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 7, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
HAMILTON On Sale This Month At Playhouse Square
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 3, 2025
Single tickets for HAMILTON will go on sale to the public on Monday, March 10 at 10:00 a.m. at Playhouse Square.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 3, 2025
Single tickets for HAMILTON will go on sale to the public on Monday, March 10 at 10:00 a.m. at Playhouse Square.
THE GREAT GATSBY, THE SOUND OF MUSIC and More Set for 25/26 Broadway In Boston Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2025
The 2025/2026 Broadway In Boston Season at the Citizens Opera House and the Emerson Colonial Theatre has been revealed, including The Great Gatsby and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2025
The 2025/2026 Broadway In Boston Season at the Citizens Opera House and the Emerson Colonial Theatre has been revealed, including The Great Gatsby and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
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!
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 won the following awards: - 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 Choreographer (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
Videos