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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


Jinkx Monsoon, Nicholas Barasch, Preston Truman Boyd, Samantha Williams Join PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL

Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced further casting, design team and a brand-new title for its reimagined The Pirates of Penzance. This jazz-infused, New Orleans-style Broadway production, now titled Pirates! The Penzance Musical.
CHICAGO Celebrates 28th Anniversary and 11,000 Performances

On Thursday, November 14th, the Tony, Olivier, and Grammy Award-winning musical Chicago will celebrate its 28th year as a Broadway institution. Chicago also celebrates hitting 11,000 performances on Broadway.
CHICAGO Tour Comes To The Appell Center

CHICAGO—the first show in the Appell Center's Glatfelter Insurance Broadway Series— returns to the Appell Center For The Performing Arts on November 27.
Photos: CHICAGO UK and Ireland Tour

All new production photos have been released for the UK and Ireland tour of the multi award-winning CHICAGO. Check out the photos here!
CHICAGO To Play Limited Engagement At BroadwaySF's Golden Gate Theatre

BroadwaySF, an ATG Entertainment company, welcomes the return of Broadway's record-breaking, Tony Award-winning musical smash, CHICAGO.
Video: TikTok Dancer Kim Hale Continues to Pursue Broadway Dreams

Following a one-night stint in Chicago on Broadway, viral dancer Kim Hale hopes to make her dreams a reality by booking a role in a Broadway show. Watch a recent interview with Hale here!
Broadway In Birmingham To Present CHICAGO In November

THE ILLUSIONISTS: MAGIC OF THE HOLIDAYS will perform at the BJCC on December 3-4, showcasing a lineup of magicians and illusionists.
Bianca Marroquín Will Return to CHICAGO Next Month

Bianca Marroquín is headed back to Chicago! The Broadway company of the musical will welcome her back to the role of Roxie Hart beginning on Monday, November 25 at the Ambassador Theatre.
Review: CHICAGO at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre

What did our critic think of CHICAGO at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre?
CHICAGO is Coming to the Fabulous Fox Theatre in November

CHICAGO is BACK IN TOWN coming to the Fabulous Fox Theatre in November. There's never been a better time to experience CHICAGO, Broadway's razzle-dazzle smash. Learn how to purchase tickets.
CHICAGO to Open 24-25 Broadway In Birmingham Series This November

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 BIRMINGHAM Series at the BJCC Concert Hall for eight performances Nov. 19–24, 2024.
Sinitta Will Join UK and Ireland Tour of CHICAGO as Mama Morton in Bradford and Stoke

International recording artist and pop star Sinitta will join the UK and Ireland tour of CHICAGO as Mama Morton for a strictly limited run, playing Bradford's Alhambra Theatre (21 – 26 October 2024) and Stoke's Regent Theatre (25 – 30 November 2024).
Photos: Faye Brookes, Djalenga Scott, and More in Rehearsal For the UK Tour of CHICAGO

Rehearsal photos have been released for the 2024/2025 UK and Ireland tour of the multi-awarding winning CHICAGO, opening at Milton Keynes Theatre from 12 October 2024. Check out the photoshere!
Ellie Roddy and Taylor Lane Will Lead CHICAGO National Tour

The 2024-25 tour cast for CHICAGO has been announced, featuring a lineup of performers set to bring the iconic musical to life across various cities.
Video: Alyssa Milano Shares Story of Husband's Surprise on CHICAGO Opening Night

On Monday, Alyssa Milano visited Sherri Shepherd's talk show to discuss her experience in the current Broadway cast of Chicago. The actress recently joined the production as Roxie Hart, also making her Broadway debut. Watch the full interview!
Review: CHICAGO THE MUSICAL at Broadway Palm

What did our critic think of CHICAGO THE MUSICAL at Broadway Palm?
Video: Alyssa Milano Talks Making Broadway Debut in the 'Masterpiece' CHICAGO

Earlier this week, Alyssa Milano celebrated her first night as Roxie Hart in the current Broadway production of Chicago. The 'Who's The Boss?' star is making her Broadway debut in the show and recently sat down with CBS New York to talk about her experience so far. Watch the interview!
Photos: Alyssa Milano Makes her Broadway Debut in CHICAGO

See photos of Alyssa Milano's first Broadway bow in Chicago! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Alyssa Milano Takes Her First Bow In CHICAGO On Broadway

Tonight 'Charmed' and 'Who's The Boss' star Alyssa Milano celebrated her opening night in Chicago on Broadway. Milano is making her Broadway debut tonight in the role of Roxie Hart. Check out video of her first curtain call!
CHICAGO National Tour On Sale At The Stranahan Theater This Week

Single tickets for the national tour of CHICAGO at the Stranahan Theater will be available starting September 13.

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, including the Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre from the Drama League Awards. She received the Best Choreography award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Chicago, as well as the Best Choreography award from the Tony Awards for the same production. Additionally, she won the Outstanding Choreography award from the Drama Desk Awards for Chicago. Ann was also recognized with the Best Actress award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Over Here! and received a Performance award from the 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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