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BIO

CHRISTOPHER GATTELLI was awarded the 2012 Tony, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle Awards for his choreography in Newsies. Broadway (choreographer): The King & I (Tony nomination), South Pacific (Tony and Outer Critics Circle nominations), My Fair Lady, War Paint, Amazing Grace, Casa Valentina, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, Sunday in the Park With George, Godspell, The Ritz, Martin Short: Fame Becomes Me, 13, High Fidelity. Off- Broadway: Dogfight (Lortel Award), Altar Boyz (Lortel Award, Callaway Award, Drama Desk Nom.), Bat Boy: The Musical (Lortel Award), 10 Million Miles, Adrift in Maco, tick,tick...BOOM!, I Love You Because. West End/London: South Pacific, Sunday in the Park with George, tick, tick...BOOM! National/International

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1982
Pouncival [Replacement]

Productions

 
[Broadway, 2024]
Choreographer
Director
 
[US Tour, 2019]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 2018]
Choreographer
 
[Chicago, 2018]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Choreographer
 
[US Tour, 2016]
Choreography
 
[Chicago, 2016]
Choreographer
 
[Chicago, 2016]
Choreographer
 
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 2015]
Director and Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Choreography
 
[Chicago, 2014]
Choreographer
 
[US Tour, 2014]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2011]
Choreographer
Director
 
[Broadway, 2011]
Choreographer
 
[Regional (US), 2011]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 2011]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2008] Cancelled
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Choreographer
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Director/Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Director
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Choreographer
 
[London Fringe, 2005]
Choreographer
 
[Philadelphia, PA (Regional), 2005]
Choreographer
 
[New York, 2005]
Choreographer
 
[US Tour, 2005]
Choreographer
 
[London Fringe, 2005]
Choreographer
 
[Milburn, NJ (Regional), 2005]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2005]
Choreographer
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Director
Choreographer
Adaptation
Director/Choreographer
 
[New York, 2004]
Choreographer
 
[Regional (US), 2004]
Choreographer
 
[Regional (US), 2004]
Choreographer
 
[Regional (US), 2003]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2001]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2001]
Choreographer

Writing

Conceived by

Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Choreographer

Christopher Gattelli, The Cher Show

Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - The LaDuca Award for Outstanding Choreography

Christopher Gattelli, SpongeBob SquarePants

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Choreographer

Christopher Gattelli, My Fair Lady

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Choreographer

Christopher Gattelli, SpongeBob SquarePants

Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Choreography

Christopher Gattelli, My Fair Lady

Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Choreography

Christopher Gattelli, SpongeBob SquarePants

Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Choreography

Christopher Gattelli, The King and I


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Choreography

Christopher Gattelli, Newsies The Musical


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Choreographer

Christopher Gattelli, Newsies

The Lortels - 2012 - Outstanding Choreographer

Christopher Gattelli, SILENCE! The Musical


winner
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Choreography

Christopher Gattelli, Newsies the Musical


winner
Kevin Kline Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Choreography

Christopher GattelliAltar Boyz

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Choreography

Christopher Gattelli, South Pacific

Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Choreography

Christopher Gattelli, Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific


winner
The Lortels - 2005 - Outstanding Choreographer

Christopher Gattelli, Altar Boyz


winner
The Lortels - 2001 - Outstanding Choreographer

Christopher GattelliBat Boy: The Musical

Videos

News


Photos: Cast & Creative Team of DEATH BECOMES HER Walk the Opening Night Purple Carpet

Check out photos of the cast and creative team of Death Becomes Her, including Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard, Christopher Sieber, Michelle Williams, and more, as they walk the opening night purple carpet here!
Photos: DEATH BECOMES HER Opening Night Curtain Call

DEATH BECOMES HER is officially open at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre in a production starring Tony Award nominees Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard, and more. Check out photos from the opening night curtain call here. 
Review Roundup: DEATH BECOMES HER Opens On Broadway Starring Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard

DEATH BECOMES HER comes to life on Broadway tonight as it celebrates its opening at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre in a production starring Tony Award nominees Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard, Christopher Sieber, and Grammy Award winner Michelle Williams. Did the critics fall under the spell of Broadway's most glamourous new musical? Find out below!
DEATH BECOMES HER Extends Run Ahead of Tonight's Opening Night

Ahead of tonight's opening night for Death Becomes Her at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, the production has announced a new block of tickets on sale. Learn more about how to get tickets here!
Stage Directors And Choreographers Society Announces Executive Board Election Results And President's Award

SDC announced the results of its 2024 Executive Board election, highlighting new leadership roles and the organization's future direction. Discover the elected members and their upcoming initiatives.
Video: Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard & More in DEATH BECOMES HER

Get a first look at footage of Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard and more in Death Becomes Her on Broadway. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard & More in DEATH BECOMES HER

Get a first look at Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard and more in Death Becomes Her on Broadway. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Alex Brightman, Sara Chase, and More Will Lead SCHMIGADOON! at the Kennedy Center

The cast has been announced for the world premeire production of Schmigadoon! at the Kennedy Center. Learn more about who is starring in this new musical and find out how to get tickets here!
Video: Megan Hilty Shares Why DEATH BECOMES HER Works as a Musical

Megan Hilty is back on Broadway! The Smash star is currently starring in Death Becomes Her, the comedy musical based on the film of the same name. On a recent visit to The Kelly Kelly Clarkson Show, the performer revealed that this show has been a longtime dream. Watch the interview now!
Megan Hilty Will Be Out of DEATH BECOMES HER Tonight Due to Illness

According to her official Instagram account, Megan Hilty, who plays Madeline Ashton in Death Becomes Her, will be out of the show temporarily beginning tonight due to illness. Understudy Kaleigh Cronin will go on until she returns.
DEATH BECOMES HER Cancels Second Broadway Preview Due To Illness

The Broadway production of the new musical, Death Becomes Her, has canceled its second Broadway preview due to an illness in the company. The production announced the cancellation this evening on their Instagram story.
Shop DEATH BECOMES HER Broadway Merch

Shop the entire merch collection for the Broadway production of Death Becomes Her - now available in BroadwayWorld's shop!
Listen: DEATH BECOMES HER Releases First Three Songs

Previews are now undereway for the new musical comedy DEATH BECOMES HER. The musical has released the first three songs, and we've got your first listen! Check out the songs here!
Meet the Cast of DEATH BECOMES HER, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway

Death Becomes her is coming to Broadway! The new musical begins preview performances tonight, Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. Meet the cast of Death Becomes Her here!
DEATH BECOMES HER Will Offer Digital Lottery and Rush Tickets

DEATH BECOMES HER, which begins performances this Wednesday, October 23, 2024, has announced its Digital Lottery and Rush Policy. Learn how to get discount tickets here!
DEATH BECOMES HER Digital Lottery And Rush

DEATH BECOMES HER now playing on Broadway has revealed its Digital Lottery and Rush Policy for the new musical comedy. Find out how to get ticket discounts for this new musical!
Photos: Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard & More in DEATH BECOMES HER Rehearsals

The new musical comedy DEATH BECOMES HER, directed and choreographed by Tony Award winner Christopher Gattelli, with a book by Marco Pennette, and an original score by Julia Mattison & Noel Carey, is currently in rehearsals. Check out rehearsal photos!
Video: DEATH BECOMES HER Is Getting Ready for Broadway

Death Becomes Her is getting ready to start previews at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on October 23, 2024. Watch in this video as the cast takes a break from rehearsals to meet the press.
Photos: DEATH BECOMES HER Cast Meets the Press

See photos of Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard and more from the cast of Death Becomes her on Broadway meeting the press. Preview performances begin Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: DEATH BECOMES HER Cast Character Portraits

Check out character portraits of the cast of Death Becomes Her on Broadway.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Christopher Gattelli been in?

Christopher Gattelli has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Christopher Gattelli been in?

Christopher Gattelli has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Christopher Gattelli been nominated for?

Outstanding Choreographer (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Cher Show, The LaDuca Award for Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants, Outstanding Choreographer (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for My Fair Lady, Outstanding Choreographer (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for My Fair Lady, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for The King and I , Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Newsies The Musical , Outstanding Choreographer (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Newsies, Outstanding Choreographer (The Lortels) for SILENCE! The Musical, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Newsies the Musical, Outstanding Choreography (Kevin Kline Awards) for Altar Boyz, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for South Pacific, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific, Outstanding Choreographer (The Lortels) for Altar Boyz and Outstanding Choreographer (The Lortels) for Bat Boy: The Musical.

What awards has Christopher Gattelli won?

Christopher Gattelli has won the following awards: - Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Newsies The Musical - Outstanding Choreographer (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Newsies - Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Newsies The Musical - Outstanding Choreography (Kevin Kline Awards) for Altar Boyz - Outstanding Choreographer (The Lortels) for Altar Boyz - Outstanding Choreographer (The Lortels) for Bat Boy: The Musical.

How many shows has Christopher Gattelli written?

Christopher Gattelli has written 1 shows including In Your Arms (Conceived by).

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