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Ann Reinking

Birth Place: Seattle, WA, USA

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BIO

Ann Reinking received the Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards for Chicago.



Most recently, she served as Choreographer for The Visit on Broadway (2011) and Dance Consultant for An Evening With Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin (2004). Other Choreography: Applause-nat'l tour, Paper Mill Playhouse; Chicago-Encores! NY City Center; "Bye-Bye Birdie"-ABC-TV; Legends -Joffrey Ballet Chicago; Nilsson/Schmillson-Seattle's Spectrum Dance Theatre; Threepenny Opera-Williamstown Theatre Festival; Chicago starring Bebe Neuwirth and Juliet Prowse-Civic Light Opera of Long Beach (L.A. Drama Critics Award); Suite to Sondheim-Pacific Northwest Ballet; Pal Joey-Goodman Theatre of Chicago (Jefferson Award); Theatre: Roxie Hart-Chicago, Encores! NY City Center; Bye-Bye Birdie -nat'l tour opposite Tommy Tune; Bob Fosse's Dancin' (Tony nom.); Sweet Charity (revival); Roxie Hart in Bob Fosse's Chicago; Pippin, Coco, Maggie in Over Here! (Theatre World, Clarence Derwent and Outer Critics Circle Awards), Goodtime Charley (Tony nom.); The Unsinkable Molly Brown. Film: All That Jazz; Annie; Micki and Maude; Movie, Movie. Ms. Reinking is the founder and Artistic Director of the Broadway Theatre Project and in 1994 was awarded the Governor's Award-Ambassador of the Arts for the State of Florida. She received the Tony Award, Drama Desk, Outer Critics and Astaire Awards for her choreography of Chicago.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1999
Performer [Replacement]

[US Tour]
1st National Tour, 1997
Roxie Hart [Replacement]

Roxie Hart [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1996
Roxie Hart

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 1996
Roxie Hart

[Off-Off-Broadway]
Off-Off-Broadway Revival, 1986
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1986
Charity Hope Valentine [Replacement]

Charity [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
1983
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1978
Performer [Replacement]

Performer [Replacement]

Performer

Performer

[US Tour]
National Tour, 1976
Cassie [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1975
Cassie Ferguson [Replacement]

Cassie Ferguson [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1975
Roxie Hart [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1975
Joan of Arc

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1974
Maggie

Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1972
Player

Catherine (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1971
Ensemble

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1969
Ensemble

Productions

 
[US Tour, 2022]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 2018] [Replacement]
Choreographer[Replacement]
 
[US Tour, 2012]
Choreographer
 
[Arlington, VA (Regional), 2008]
Choreographer
 
[Arlington, VA (Regional), 2007]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2004]
Choreographer
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2004] Cancelled
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Director/Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Choreographer
 
[Chicago (Regional), 2001]
Choral Director
 
[Broadway, 2001] Cancelled
Choreographer
 
[West End, 2000]
Director
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2000] Cancelled
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Choreographer
Director
 
[New York, 1998]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 1997]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1996]
Choreographer
 
[Milburn, NJ (Regional), 1996]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1996]
Choreographer

Writing

Conceiver

Movies

All That Jazz
[ 1979 ] Kate Jagger
Annie
[ 1982 ] Grace Farrell
Micki + Maude
[ 1984 ] Micki Salinger

Awards and Nominations

Helen Hayes Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Choreography, Resident Production

Ann ReinkingThe Visit


winner
Drama League Awards - 1999 - Distinguished Achivement in Musical Theatre

Ann Reinking

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Choreography

Ann Reinking , Fosse

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Ann Reinking , Fosse

Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Direction of a Musical

Ann Reinking, Fosse

Olivier Awards - 1998 - Best Theatre Choreographer

Ann Reinking, Chicago


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1997 - Best Choreography

Ann Reinking, Chicago


winner
Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Choreography

Ann Reinking, Chicago


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1996 - Outstanding Choreography

Ann Reinking, Chicago

Tony Awards - 1978 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Ann Reinking , Dancin'

Drama Desk Awards - 1975 - Outstanding Actress - Musical

Ann Reinking, Goodtime Charley

Tony Awards - 1975 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical

Ann Reinking, Goodtime Charley


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1974 - Best Actress

Ann Reinking, Over Here!


winner
Theatre World Awards - 1974 - Performance

Ann Reinking, Over Here!

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News


Dylis Croman and Rema Webb Will Join the Cast of CHICAGO
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2025

The Broadway company of Chicago will welcome back Dylis Croman in the role of “Roxie Hart” and will welcome to the cell block Rema Webb in the role of “Matron Mama Morton” for a limited run beginning Monday, February 24.
Broadway Theatre Project Unveils Dates And Format For 2025 Summer Intensive
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2025

The Broadway Theatre Project has revealed the dates and format for its 2025 Summer Intensive, the renowned performing arts program founded by Broadway legend Ann Reinking. Learn more and see how to attend.
Sophie Carmen-Jones Will Join CHICAGO on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2025

The Broadway production of Chicago will welcome Sophie Carmen-Jones in the role of “Velma Kelly” beginning Monday, February 10. Learn more about her here!
Erika Jayne Extends Run in CHICAGO on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025

Erika Jayne has extended her return engagement in Chicago on Broadway! The singer, actress and TV sensation known for Bravo's “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” will play “Roxie Hart” on Broadway for an additional two weeks.
Janette Manrara Joins CHICAGO UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025

Former Strictly Come Dancing professional and TV Presenter Janette Manrara will join the UK and Ireland tour of CHICAGO as Roxie Hart, making her musical theatre debut.
Review: CHICAGO: THE MUSICAL at Kauffman Theater
by Alan Portner - Jan 10, 2025

Chicago, the Musical, now playing at the Kauffman Center for Performing Arts, is a super evening out for you and your significant other.  It is a welcome respite from our incredible snow event last weekend. 
Interview: Marti Gould Fuses Theater and Drag in STAGE FRIGHT at The Red Eye NY
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jan 6, 2025

Host Marti Gould Cummings, an NYC Drag staple, is striving to make theater more accessible to New Yorkers with this free series starring some of Broadway's biggest names, including Adam Pascal, Jimbo, John Cardoza and Mandy Gonzalez.
Greg Hildreth Will Join the Cast of CHICAGO on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jan 3, 2025

Greg Hildreth will join the Broadway cast of Chicago in the role of 'Amos', beginning Monday, January 6, 2025 at the Ambassador Theatre. Learn more about how to get tickets here!
Broadway Buying Guide: December 30, 2024- It's GYPSY's Turn on Top
by Team BWW - Dec 30, 2024

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, December 30, 2024.
Broadway Buying Guide: December 23, 2024- HAMILTON Is Back on Top
by Team BWW - Dec 23, 2024

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, December 23, 2024.
Video: Broadway at the Kennedy Center Honors
by Sidney Paterra - Dec 22, 2024

The 46th Annual Kennedy Center Honors are coming up and we are celebrating the special occasion with some of our favorite videos of past Broadway performances. Check out the full list!
CHICAGO Welcomes Back Max von Essen This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 20, 2024

Actor Max von Essen will rejoin the razzle dazzle company of Broadway's Chicago on December 23, 2024.
Erika Jayne to Return to CHICAGO as 'Roxie Hart' in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2024

Chicago on Broadway will welcome back singer, actress and TV sensation Erika Jayne in the role of 'Roxie Hart'. Learn more about Jayne's return to Broadway and learn how to purchase tickets.
Broadway Buying Guide: December 16, 2024- WICKED and HAMILTON Are on Top
by Team BWW - Dec 16, 2024

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, December 16, 2024.
CHICAGO Comes to Toledo in January
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2024

The American Theatre Guild will present Broadway’s favorite razzle-dazzle smash hit musical, CHICAGO. This production will kick off the 24–25 BROADWAY IN TOLEDO Series at the Stranahan Theater.
Broadway Buying Guide: December 9, 2024- Give the Gift of Broadway This Holiday Season
by Team BWW - Dec 9, 2024

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, December 9, 2024.
Photos: Sebastián Yatra and Bianca Marroquín in CHICAGO on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Dec 3, 2024

New production photos have been released of Sebastián Yatra as 'Billy Flynn' and Bianca Marroquín as 'Roxie Hart' in Chicago on Broadway. Check out the photos here!
CHICAGO Breaks Its All Time Gross Record For Thanksgiving
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2024

Chicago beat its prior Thanksgiving week gross record. Learn more about the show's grosses and see how to purchase tickets to upcoming performances, starring Sebastian Yatra.
CHICAGO Will Take the Century II Concert Hall Stage in December
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2024

CHICAGO will be performed as part of the 24–25 Broadway in Wichita Series and will take the Century II Concert Hall stage this December. Learn more about when to catch the show here!
Video: Sebastián Yatra Takes His First Bows In CHICAGO
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2024

Latin music sensation Sebastián Yatra (Encanto’s 'Dos Oruguitas”) took his first Broadway bows in the long-running revival of Chicago. Go inside his big debut in new video from the curtain call!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Ann Reinking been in?

Ann Reinking has appeared on Broadway in 11 shows.

How many West End shows has Ann Reinking been in?

Ann Reinking has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Ann Reinking been nominated for?

Outstanding Choreography, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Visit , Distinguished Achivement in Musical Theatre (Drama League Awards), Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Fosse, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Fosse , Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Fosse, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Chicago , Best Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Chicago, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Chicago, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Chicago, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Dancin', Outstanding Actress - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Goodtime Charley, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Goodtime Charley, Best Actress (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Over Here! and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Over Here!.

What awards has Ann Reinking won?

Ann Reinking has won several prestigious awards throughout her career, including: Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre (Drama League Awards), Best Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Chicago, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Chicago, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Chicago, Best Actress (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Over Here!, and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Over Here!.

How many shows has Ann Reinking written?

Ann Reinking has written 2 shows including Fosse (Conceiver), The Look of Love (Conceiver).

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