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BIO

Anthony Van Laast trained at the London School of Contemporary Dance, later joining the Company as both performer and choreographer.



Theatre: Includes Bombay Dreams (London and Broadway – Tony award nomination); Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (worldwide - Laurence Olivier award nomination, Dramalogue award); Jesus Christ Superstar (UK and Broadway); Song & Dance (worldwide - Green Room award, Australia); He has made shows for many people including, Kate Bush, Sarah Brightman and Barry Humphries(Dame Edna) and in Las Vegas Michael Crawford and Siegfried and Roy.

Anthony has recently choreographed the new production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat for London’s West End and the films of MAMMA MIA! Currently choreographing Sister Act opening at the Palladium in June 09.

In 1999 Anthony Van Laast was awarded the MBE for Services to Dance and Choreography.

Productions

 
[West End, 2024]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 2024]
Choreographer
 
[US Tour, 2023]
Choreographer
 
[US Tour, 2022]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 2021]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 2021]
Choreographer
Choreography
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Choreography
 
[West End, 2018]
CHOREOGRAPHER
 
[Regional (US), 2018]
Choreography & Staging
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Choreographer
 
[Las Vegas, 2014]
Choreographer
 
[US Tour, 2012]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2011]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 2009]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 2007]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Choreographer
Choreographer
 
[West End, 2002]
Choreographer
 
[US Tour, 2002]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Choreographer
 
[Toronto, 2000]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2000]
Choreographer
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1993]
Choreographer
Choreographer
 
[West End, 1991]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 1990]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 1989]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 1988]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 1982]
Choreographer

Awards and Nominations


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Choreographer

Anthony Van Laast, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical

Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Choreography

Anthony Van Laast, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical

Helen Hayes Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Choreography in a Musical, HAYES Production

Anthony Van LaastSide Show

Olivier Awards - 2010 - Best Theatre Choreographer

Anthony Van Laast, Sister Act

Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Choreography

Anthony Van Laast, Bombay Dreams


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Choreography

Anthony van Laast, Bombay Dreams

Olivier Awards - 1994 - Best Theatre Choreographer

Anthony van LaastThe Beggar's Opera

Olivier Awards - 1992 - Best Theatre Choreographer

Anthony van Laast, Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Olivier Awards - 1992 - Best Theatre Choreographer

Anthony van Laast, Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Videos

News


Tickets to TINA â€" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Popejoy Hall on Sale Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2025

Tickets for TINA – The Tina Turner Musical at Popejoy Hall will go on sale Friday, January 24, 2025, at 10am. Learn more about the production written by Tony Award nominee and Pulitzer Prize winner Katori Hall with Frank Ketelaar and Kees Prins.
Cast Set For the UK and Ireland Tour of TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2025

The full cast has been announced for the UK and Ireland tour of TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL, opening at Curve Theatre, Leicester in March. Learn more here!
MAMMA MIA! Presented By Broadway Dallas Tickets On Sale January 17
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 14, 2025

Single tickets for the upcoming engagement of MAMMA MIA! in Dallas will go on sale Friday, January 17. Find out how to get tickets and learn more about the touring production here.
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Cast Set For the World Premiere of STILETTO at London's Charing Cross Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2024

The full cast has been announced for the world premiere of major new musical Stiletto. Stiletto will open at Charing Cross Theatre, London, in March. Learn more about the show here!
MAMMA MIA! Returns To Orpheum Theatre In April 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2024

The 25th Anniversary Tour of MAMMA MIA!, the ultimate feel-good show based on the songs of ABBA, will return to San Francisco's Orpheum Theatre for a limited two-week engagement beginning Wednesday, April 30.
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards; BURLESQUE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
TINA â€" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Gets Miami Premiere At The Arsht This January
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 13, 2024

The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County and Broadway Across America will continue the 2024-2025 Broadway in Miami series with the Miami premiere of TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW UK / West End Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 10, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
MAMMA MIA! On Sale Broadway At The Hobby Center This Friday
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2024

Memorial Hermann Broadway at the Hobby Center has announced that single tickets for the upcoming engagement of MAMMA MIA! in Houston will go on sale to the general public on Friday, December 6 for performances April 8-13, 2025 at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts.
25th Anniversary Tour Of MAMMA MIA! is Coming to the Hobby Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2024

Single tickets for the upcoming engagement of MAMMA MIA! in Houston will go on sale to the general public this week. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase!
MAMMA MIA! Tickets Now On Sale At Chrysler Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 15, 2024

Tickets for MAMMA MIA at Chrysler Hall are now available. Experience the beloved musical featuring ABBA's timeless hits in Norfolk. Secure your seats for this popular show.
MAMMA MIA! Sets Cast For Second Year of North American tour
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2024

The cast has been announced for the second year of the 25th Anniversary North American Tour of Mamma Mia! The musical is currently playing to sold out audiences in Toronto, ON before continuing its North American Tour through June 2025.
TINA â€" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes to Vancouver Next Year
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2024

The smash hit TINA – The Tina Turner Musical will continue its all-new North American Tour in Vancouver March 2025. Broadway Across Canada has announced that tickets for eight performances from March 25 to 30, 2025, at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre will go on sale October 28, 2024.
TINA â€" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes To Edmonton In March
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2024

TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL is set to captivate audiences in Edmonton this March. Find out how to get presale and regular tickets to the show.
TINA â€" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes To Calgary In March 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2024

The smash hit TINA – The Tina Turner Musical recently kicked off an all-new North American Tour and Broadway Across Canada will bring it to Calgary for eight electrifying performances March 18-23, 2025 at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium.
Review: MAMMA MIA! at Ed Mirvish Theatre
by Ilana Lucas - Oct 14, 2024

The 1999 ABBA jukebox juggernaut is back again at the Ed Mirvish Theatre, full of cheery, dance-heavy numbers, a simple, wacky plot, and plenty of shiny spandex outfits. See what our critic had to say.
KISS ME, KATE Starring Stephanie J. Block Coming to U.S. Theaters
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 25, 2024

Kiss Me, Kate, the recent West End revival starring Tony Winner Stephanie J. Block, will be hitting U. S. movie theaters starting on November 17. As previously reported, the film will also be available in the U.K., Canada, and other international markets.
TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Extends Booking to October 2025
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2024

The hit West End production TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL will extend booking until 25 October 2025 with tickets on sale now.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Anthony Van Laast been nominated for?

Outstanding Choreographer (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, Outstanding Choreography in a Musical, HAYES Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Side Show, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Sister Act, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Bombay Dreams, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Bombay Dreams, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for The Beggar's Opera, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.

What awards has Anthony Van Laast won?

Anthony Van Laast has won the following awards: Outstanding Choreographer at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, and Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for Bombay Dreams.

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