Gavin Creel
Birth Place: Findlay, OH, USA
Latest News on Gavin Creel:
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Honors Gavin Creel On THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW (Nov 18, 2024)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 18, 2024 (Nov 18, 2024)
Video: Gavin Creel's WALK ON THROUGH Available to Watch in Full For Free (Nov 15, 2024)
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Honors Gavin Creel On THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW (Nov 18, 2024)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 18, 2024 (Nov 18, 2024)
Video: Gavin Creel's WALK ON THROUGH Available to Watch in Full For Free (Nov 15, 2024)
BIO
Gavin James Creel (born April 18, 1976) is an American actor, singer, and songwriter best known for his work in musical theater. Upcoming: Walk on Through: Confessions of a Museum Novice (book, music and lyrics, originally commissioned by The Metropolitan Museum of Art.) Broadway: Hello, Dolly! (Tony Award); Hair (Tony nomination); Thoroughly Modern Millie (Tony nomination); Waitress; The Book of Mormon; She Loves Me; La Cage aux Folles. West End: The Book of Mormon (Olivier Award), Hair, Waitress, Mary Poppins. Television: PBS “Stars on Stage,” “American Horror Stories,” “Eloise at the Plaza” and “Eloise at Christmastime.” Original recordings: GOODTIMENATION, Quiet, Get Out. Graduate: University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre and Dance. Gavin is a Hermitage Artist Writing Fellow, and Walk on Through was selected for development at the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center’s 2022 National Musical Theatre Conference.
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Julia Lester as "Little Red Riding Hood", Gavin Creel as "The Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince", Brian d'Arcy James as "The Baker", Patina Miller as "The Witch", Sara Bareilles as "The Baker’s Wife", Phillipa Soo as "Cinderella", Joshua Henry as "Rapunzel’s Prince" and David Patrick Kelly as "The Narrator/Mysterious Man"
Date:
06/30/2022
From: Photos: The Cast of INTO THE WOODS Takes Bows at First Preview on Broadway
Julia Lester as "Little Red Riding Hood", Gavin Creel as "The Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince", Brian d'Arcy James as "The Baker", Patina Miller as "The Witch", Sara Bareilles as "The Baker’s Wife", Phillipa Soo as "Cinderella" and Joshua Henry as "Rapunzel’s Prince", David Patrick Kelly as "The Narrator/Mysterious Man", Cole Thompson as "Jack" and Aymee Garcia as "Jack’s Mother"
Date:
06/30/2022
From: Photos: The Cast of INTO THE WOODS Takes Bows at First Preview on Broadway
Julia Lester as "Little Red Riding Hood", Gavin Creel as "The Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince", Brian d'Arcy James as "The Baker", Patina Miller as "The Witch", Sara Bareilles as "The Baker’s Wife", Phillipa Soo as "Cinderella", Joshua Henry as "Rapunzel’s Prince", David Patrick Kelly as "The Narrator/Mysterious Man" and Cole Thompson as "Jack"
Date:
06/30/2022
From: Photos: The Cast of INTO THE WOODS Takes Bows at First Preview on Broadway
Julia Lester as "Little Red Riding Hood", Gavin Creel as "The Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince", Brian d'Arcy James as "The Baker", Patina Miller as "The Witch", Sara Bareilles as "The Baker’s Wife", Phillipa Soo as "Cinderella", Joshua Henry as "Rapunzel’s Prince" and David Patrick Kelly as "The Narrator/Mysterious Man"
Date:
06/30/2022
From: Photos: The Cast of INTO THE WOODS Takes Bows at First Preview on Broadway
Julia Lester as "Little Red Riding Hood", Gavin Creel as "The Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince", Brian d'Arcy James as "The Baker", Patina Miller as "The Witch", Musical Director Rob Berman, Sara Bareilles as "The Baker’s Wife", Phillipa Soo as "Cinderella" and Joshua Henry as "Rapunzel’s Prince", David Patrick Kelly as "The Narrator/Mysterious Man", Cole Thompson as "Jack" and and Aymee Garcia as "Jack’s Mother"
Date:
06/30/2022
From: Photos: The Cast of INTO THE WOODS Takes Bows at First Preview on Broadway
Julia Lester as "Little Red Riding Hood", Gavin Creel as "The Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince", Brian d'Arcy James as "The Baker", Patina Miller as "The Witch", Musical Director Rob Berman, Sara Bareilles as "The Baker’s Wife", Phillipa Soo as "Cinderella" and Joshua Henry as "Rapunzel’s Prince"
Date:
06/30/2022
From: Photos: The Cast of INTO THE WOODS Takes Bows at First Preview on Broadway
Julia Lester as "Little Red Riding Hood", Gavin Creel as "The Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince", Brian d'Arcy James as "The Baker", Patina Miller as "The Witch", Musical Director Rob Berman, Sara Bareilles as "The Baker’s Wife", Phillipa Soo as "Cinderella" and Joshua Henry as "Rapunzel’s Prince"
Date:
06/30/2022
From: Photos: The Cast of INTO THE WOODS Takes Bows at First Preview on Broadway
Julia Lester as "Little Red Riding Hood", Gavin Creel as "The Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince", Brian d'Arcy James as "The Baker", Patina Miller as "The Witch", Sara Bareilles as "The Baker’s Wife", Phillipa Soo as "Cinderella" and Joshua Henry as "Rapunzel’s Prince", David Patrick Kelly as "The Narrator/Mysterious Man" and Cole Thompson as "Jack"
Date:
06/30/2022
From: Photos: The Cast of INTO THE WOODS Takes Bows at First Preview on Broadway
STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
MCC Theater Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
Gavin
[Off-Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Company One-Night-Only Benefit, 2018
Billy Buck Chandler
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2017
Cornelius Hackl [Replacement]
Cornelius Hackl
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2001
Rick [Replacement]
Dillon [Replacement]
Lorraine [Replacement]
Pan [Replacement]
Bud [Replacement]
Pan/Bud/Daisy [Replacement]
Rick/Dillon/Lorraine [Replacement]
Daisy [Replacement]
Writing
TV Shows
She Loves Me
Steven Kodaly
Steven Kodaly
Rapunzel's Tangled Adventure
Matthews
Matthews
American Horror Stories
Troy, Troy Winslow
Troy, Troy Winslow
Awards and Nominations
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical
Gavin Creel, Hello, Dolly!
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical
Gavin Creel, Hello, Dolly!
winner
Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
Gavin Creel, Hello, Dolly!
winner
Olivier Awards - 2014 - Best Actor in a Musical
Gavin CreelThe Book of Mormon
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Gavin Creel, Hair
Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
Gavin Creel, Thoroughly Modern Millie
Videos
Video: Original NEWSIES Cast Members Team With SUFFS & More For Broadway Votes Music Video
by Michael Major - Oct 15, 2024
Video: Get an Exclusive Sneak Peek at Shoshana Bean in Rehearsal for Her Annual Holiday Concert at The Apollo
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 2, 2023
Video: Watch Joaquina Kalukango Perform 'Last Midnight' in INTO THE WOODS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 29, 2022
VIDEO: INTO THE WOODS Cast Performs 'Last Midnight' & Title Song on THE VIEW
by Michael Major - Oct 31, 2022
VIDEO: Gavin Creel Helps Make a Breast Cancer Survivor's Broadway Dreams Come True Onstage at INTO THE WOODS on TODAY
by Michael Major - Oct 27, 2022
Video: The Sanderson Sisters Bring Creepy Classic "Thriller" To I PUT A SPELL ON YOU At Sony Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 25, 2022
Video: Jay Armstrong Johnson and The Sanderson Sisters Take the Stage At I PUT A SPELL ON YOU At Sony Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2022
Video: Gavin Creel Does the 'Monster Mash' At I PUT A SPELL ON YOU At Sony Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2022
VIDEO: Watch Gavin Creel & Andy Karl Perform 'Agony' From INTO THE WOODS on TODAY
by Michael Major - Oct 6, 2022
VIDEO: Kennedy Kanagawa Talks Scene-Stealing Milky White in INTO THE WOODS on CBS MORNINGS
by Michael Major - Sep 1, 2022
VIDEO: Brian D'Arcy James Discusses Star-Studded INTO THE WOODS Audiences on GMA
by Michael Major - Aug 16, 2022
VIDEO: INTO THE WOODS Star Julia Lester Sings Original Song 'Rising' on HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL: THE SERIES
by Michael Major - Aug 10, 2022
VIDEO: Meet Two of the Unsung Heroes of INTO THE WOODS, Understudies Jason Forbach & Mary Kate Moore
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 11, 2022
VIDEO: Phillipa Soo Discusses Putting Her Own Spin on Cinderella in INTO THE WOODS on TODAY
by Michael Major - Jul 22, 2022
News
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Honors Gavin Creel On THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW
Stage and screen star Kristin Chenoweth stopped by The Kelly Clarkson Show as part of Kelly's new 'Cameo-oke' segment. See video of her performance of Dolly Parton's timeless love song, 'I Will Always Love You', dedicated to actor Gavin Creel.
Stage and screen star Kristin Chenoweth stopped by The Kelly Clarkson Show as part of Kelly's new 'Cameo-oke' segment. See video of her performance of Dolly Parton's timeless love song, 'I Will Always Love You', dedicated to actor Gavin Creel.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 18, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 18, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 18, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Gavin Creel's WALK ON THROUGH Available to Watch in Full For Free
The Met has made Gavin Creel's 2021 performance of Walk on Through available for everyone to watch for free on YouTube. Watch the full performance here!
The Met has made Gavin Creel's 2021 performance of Walk on Through available for everyone to watch for free on YouTube. Watch the full performance here!
HI, MY NAME IS SASHA ALLEN to be Presented at Leonard Nemoy Thalia at Symphony Space
Sasha Allen, known for her roles in HAIR and MJ, will present HI, MY NAME IS SASHA ALLEN, a one-night performance blending pop, rock, and soul at Symphony Space. Directed by Steven Cutts. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Sasha Allen, known for her roles in HAIR and MJ, will present HI, MY NAME IS SASHA ALLEN, a one-night performance blending pop, rock, and soul at Symphony Space. Directed by Steven Cutts. Learn how to purchase tickets.
MCC Theater to Dim Lights in Memory of Gavin Creel
MCC Theater will dim the lights of their theater in memory of Gavin Creel, in tandem with the Broadway theaters. Learn more about the life and legacy of Gavin Creel.
MCC Theater will dim the lights of their theater in memory of Gavin Creel, in tandem with the Broadway theaters. Learn more about the life and legacy of Gavin Creel.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Can the Arts Adapt? Australia Looks at a 4-Day Work Week in the Arts
Groundbreaking research in London measures brain activity during live dance performances, hinting at the powerful, collective connection audiences feel. Meanwhile, financial pressures are prompting some theaters to close while others push for new ticketing and funding strategies to survive. Broadway faces calls for a more inclusive approach to honoring its artists, and discussions grow around adopting a four-day work week in the arts to combat burnout.
Groundbreaking research in London measures brain activity during live dance performances, hinting at the powerful, collective connection audiences feel. Meanwhile, financial pressures are prompting some theaters to close while others push for new ticketing and funding strategies to survive. Broadway faces calls for a more inclusive approach to honoring its artists, and discussions grow around adopting a four-day work week in the arts to combat burnout.
Broadway League Steps Back from Light-Dimming Announcements Following Backlash
The Broadway League will no longer be involved in announcing the traditional dimming of marquee lights that honors the memories of deceased performers, writers, and other influential figures in the Broadway community.
The Broadway League will no longer be involved in announcing the traditional dimming of marquee lights that honors the memories of deceased performers, writers, and other influential figures in the Broadway community.
Gavin Creel Memorial Celebration & Broadway Lights Dimming Set For December
Friends and family of beloved Broadway actor Gavin Creel will host a memorial celebration at the St. James Theatre (246 West 44th St, NYC) on Monday, December 2nd at 4:00PM. The event will be open to the public.
Friends and family of beloved Broadway actor Gavin Creel will host a memorial celebration at the St. James Theatre (246 West 44th St, NYC) on Monday, December 2nd at 4:00PM. The event will be open to the public.
Interview: Kelli O'Hara Promises Some Surprises in Concert at Groton Hill Music Center
Kelli O’Hara says there’ll be some surprises in store when she plays Groton Hill Music Center on November 2. 'My music director and pianist, Dan Lipton, and I won’t finalize the set list until we get there. We like to arrive at a venue, get a feel for the space, and then set the list. I always include my favorite pieces, but I might change the order or make additions or subtractions based on the feeling I get.'
Kelli O’Hara says there’ll be some surprises in store when she plays Groton Hill Music Center on November 2. 'My music director and pianist, Dan Lipton, and I won’t finalize the set list until we get there. We like to arrive at a venue, get a feel for the space, and then set the list. I always include my favorite pieces, but I might change the order or make additions or subtractions based on the feeling I get.'
Review: BEN JONES - TEMPTATION at Feinstein's At The Nikko
Ben Jones, award-winning singer, comedian, storyteller, and actor returned to the intimate Feinstein’s at the Nikko for an extremely successful two-run engagement displaying his considerable talents. If you haven’t seen Ben Jones, make it a must. He has that unique skill that makes a great entertainer – he’s so engaging and interesting that you can’t wait for the next moment. This show, titled ‘Temptation’, exhibits that proficiency brilliantly.
Ben Jones, award-winning singer, comedian, storyteller, and actor returned to the intimate Feinstein’s at the Nikko for an extremely successful two-run engagement displaying his considerable talents. If you haven’t seen Ben Jones, make it a must. He has that unique skill that makes a great entertainer – he’s so engaging and interesting that you can’t wait for the next moment. This show, titled ‘Temptation’, exhibits that proficiency brilliantly.
Review: Kelli O'Hara's HERE'S TO THE LADIES at 92NY Promises to 'Make Someone Happy'
Kelli O’Hara shone on 10/10 with her new show at The 92nd Street Y, New York. HERE'S TO THE LADIES honored Kelli’s connection to a handful of people, mostly women, who left their mark on her life. O'Hara's powerhouse voice was put to good use in this concert, which showed off her comedy chops, operatic range and of course those high highs.
Kelli O’Hara shone on 10/10 with her new show at The 92nd Street Y, New York. HERE'S TO THE LADIES honored Kelli’s connection to a handful of people, mostly women, who left their mark on her life. O'Hara's powerhouse voice was put to good use in this concert, which showed off her comedy chops, operatic range and of course those high highs.
Video: Original NEWSIES Cast Members Team With SUFFS & More For Broadway Votes Music Video
The Newsies music video features Andrew Keenan-Bolger, Ben Fankhauser, Kara Lindsay and Tommy Bracco, alongside Josh Strobl, Taylor Iman Jones, Jelani Alladin, Izzy McCalla, Justin David Sullivan, Jordan Donica, Nikki M. James, John Behlmann, Oyoyo Joi, Antonio Cipriano, Nyseli Vega, Jenna Bainbridge, Ally Bonino, and more.
The Newsies music video features Andrew Keenan-Bolger, Ben Fankhauser, Kara Lindsay and Tommy Bracco, alongside Josh Strobl, Taylor Iman Jones, Jelani Alladin, Izzy McCalla, Justin David Sullivan, Jordan Donica, Nikki M. James, John Behlmann, Oyoyo Joi, Antonio Cipriano, Nyseli Vega, Jenna Bainbridge, Ally Bonino, and more.
Review: Bill Russell Presents Special DIVAS I LOVE SINGING LYRICS I WROTE at Birdland
Special events come and go but the people in the room remember them for a long time, after.
Special events come and go but the people in the room remember them for a long time, after.
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Adds Eight Industry Voices to its Board of Trustees
The Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Board of Trustees voted unanimously on October 10, 2024, to add eight renowned industry leaders, all with a shared commitment to the lifesaving impact of Broadway Cares.
The Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Board of Trustees voted unanimously on October 10, 2024, to add eight renowned industry leaders, all with a shared commitment to the lifesaving impact of Broadway Cares.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 10, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 10, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours:
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 10, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours:
Lights of All Broadway Theatres to be Dimmed for Gavin Creel, Adrian Bailey & Maggie Smith
After a public petition and outcry to dim all the lights of Broadway for some recent passings of stage legelends. All Broadway theatres in New York will dim their lights in honor of Adrian Bailey, Gavin Creel, and Maggie Smith.
After a public petition and outcry to dim all the lights of Broadway for some recent passings of stage legelends. All Broadway theatres in New York will dim their lights in honor of Adrian Bailey, Gavin Creel, and Maggie Smith.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 8, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 8, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 8, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Watch Gavin Creel's MAMMA MIA! Medley at MCC MISCAST24
Take a look back at Gavin Creel, Madeline Benson, and Chris Peters performing a medley from MAMMA MIA! at MCC Theater's MISCAST24.
Take a look back at Gavin Creel, Madeline Benson, and Chris Peters performing a medley from MAMMA MIA! at MCC Theater's MISCAST24.
West End Theatres to Dim Lights in Memory of Gavin Creel
West End theatres where Gavin Creel performed will dim their lights in his honor. Learn more about the life and career of Tony and Olivier Award-winner Gavin Creel and how the UK theatre community will come together.
West End theatres where Gavin Creel performed will dim their lights in his honor. Learn more about the life and career of Tony and Olivier Award-winner Gavin Creel and how the UK theatre community will come together.
Over 20K Sign Petition to Dim All Broadway Theatre Lights for Gavin Creel
The theatre community is rallying behind a petition to dim all of the lights of Broadway in memory of Gavin Creel, who passed away last week. The petition currently has over 21,000 signatures.
The theatre community is rallying behind a petition to dim all of the lights of Broadway in memory of Gavin Creel, who passed away last week. The petition currently has over 21,000 signatures.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Gavin Creel been in?
Gavin Creel has appeared on Broadway in 10 shows.
How many West End shows has Gavin Creel been in?
Gavin Creel has appeared on London's West End in 4 shows.
What was Gavin Creel's first West End show?
Gavin Creel's first West End show was Mary Poppins which opened in 2004
What awards has Gavin Creel been nominated for?
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Hello, Dolly!, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hello, Dolly!, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hello, Dolly!, Best Actor in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for The Book of Mormon, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hair and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Thoroughly Modern Millie.
What awards has Gavin Creel won?
Gavin Creel has won the following awards: Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Hello, Dolly!; Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Hello, Dolly!; Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for Hello, Dolly!; and Best Actor in a Musical at the Olivier Awards for The Book of Mormon.
How many shows has Gavin Creel written?
Gavin Creel has written 1 shows including Walk on Through: Confessions of a Museum Novice (Writer).
Videos