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BIO

In fall 2024, Karen Azenberg kicks off her 13th season as Artistic Director at PTC. Favorite projects include the world premieres of Alabama Story and “i”; the regional premieres of Sting’s The Last Ship and Les Misérables; and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, Newsies, Sweet Charity, and The Play That Goes Wrong. Originally from New York, her work there includes Lyrics and Lyricists (92nd St. Y), Blocks (a collaboration with Jonathan Larson), Prom Queens Unchained, and choreography for Richard Greenberg’s The Dazzle (Roundabout Theatre Company). Among her other credits are National Tours of Carousel and Brigadoon, West Side Story (over 15 productions), and productions at Indiana Repertory, Geva Theatre Center, Alabama Shakespeare Festival, Goodspeed, and Utah Shakespeare Festival. Karen is a past president of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC). Her favorite productions are her son Alexander and her daughter Emelia.

Productions

 
[Off-Off-Broadway, 1999]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1983]
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News


BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL to be Presented at Pioneer Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2025

​Pioneer Theatre Company will present the feel-good, beloved bio-musical Beautiful: The Carole King Musical in February. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC at Pioneer Theatre Company is a Contemplative Post-Broadway Premiere
by Tyler Hinton - Oct 27, 2024

Pioneer Theatre Company’s Utah premiere of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC brings a contemplative new play that only recently closed on Broadway to local audiences, invoking meditation on the past and prayer for the future.
Pioneer Theatre Company to Present Utah Premiere of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 7, 2024

Pioneer Theatre Company will present the Utah premiere of Prayer for the French Republic by Joshua Harmon. PTC is among the first theatre companies in the nation to be granted the rights to the three-time Tony-nominated play. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Pioneer Theatre Company Presents Tony And Olivier Award-Winner JERSEY BOYS
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 22, 2024

Pioneer Theatre Company has announced its production of JERSEY BOYS, the Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical, bringing the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons to the stage.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Economic Barriers and Ballet: 2024 Data Reports Highlight Challenges
by Alex Freeman - Aug 5, 2024

In this week's newsletter, we look at national trends impacting arts organizations, including financial shifts and attendance barriers from three different data sources. Moving to New York, we cover Soho Rep's relocation, Signature Theatre's interim leadership, and Under the Radar Festival's upcoming season.
Pioneer Theatre Company Appoints Adrian Budhu as Managing Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 30, 2024

Pioneer Theatre Company has appointed Adrian Budhu as the new Managing Director. Learn more about the position and the company.
Video: Trailer: NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 at Pioneer Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - May 14, 2024

Get a first look at Pioneer Theatre Company's Utah premiere of Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812, now on stage through May 25th 2024. The musical is written by by Dave Malloy and adapted from Leo Tolstoy's War and Peace.
Review: NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 at Pioneer Theatre Company is Deliciously Opulent
by Tyler Hinton - May 13, 2024

Pioneer Theatre Company’s Utah premiere of NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 is deliciously, opulently staged and performed. It is unlikely that the rarely staged musical will ever be seen in the state again in such glorious trappings. Anyone with even a hint of interest should race to PTC to avoid missing out on what patrons will surely be discussing in hushed, reverent tones for seasons to come.
Video: Go Inside Rehearsals For NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 at Pioneer Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - Apr 26, 2024

Go inside rehearsals for Pioneer Theatre Company's Utah premiere of Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 from May 10-25, 2024. Written by Dave Malloy and adapted from Leo Tolstoy's War and Peace, the 12-time Tony-nominated musical is described as follows:
Utah Premiere of NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 Opens at Pioneer Theatre Company in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2024

Pioneer Theatre Company will present the Utah premiere of Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 from May 10-25, 2024. Written by Dave Malloy and adapted from Leo Tolstoy's War and Peace.
Review: THE LEHMAN TRILOGY at Pioneer Theatre Company is Living History
by Tyler Hinton - Apr 1, 2024

Pioneer Theatre Company’s Utah premiere of the lauded THE LEHMAN TRILOGY is the inaugural production in the brand-new Meldrum Theatre at the Einar Nielsen Fieldhouse. The three-part play is a history book that’s come alive, narrated by the three actors, who also each take on various roles throughout the narrative that spans two centuries. 
YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, BEAUTIFUL, and More Set For Geva Theatre's 2024-25 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 29, 2024

Geva Theatre has announced its 24/25 Season, kicking off this September. Learn more about the full lineup here!
JERSEY BOYS, WAITRESS, and More Set For Pioneer Theatre Company 2024-25 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2024

Pioneer Theatre Company has announced its 2024-2025 season lineup, which offers PTC's signature mix of contemporary works, Utah premieres, and re-imagined classics. Learn more about the full lineup here!
Video: Meet the Cast of THE LEHMAN TRILOGY at Pioneer Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - Mar 14, 2024

Meet the company of Pioneer Theatre Compan's Utah premiere of the five-time Tony Award-winning play, THE LEHMAN TRILOGY, on stage from March 29th - April 13th, 2024. Check out the video!
Pioneer Theatre Company to Present Utah Premiere of THE LEHMAN TRILOGY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 8, 2024

Pioneer Theatre Company will present the Utah premiere of the Olivier-nominated and Tony-winning hit, The Lehman Trilogy. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Salt Lake City Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Salt Lake City 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!
2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Salt Lake City Awards; WEST SIDE STORY, PUFFS, West Valley Arts & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Salt Lake City Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
BroadwayWorld Salt Lake City Awards December 5th Standings; WEST SIDE STORY Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Salt Lake City Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Review: CHRISTMAS IN CONNECTICUT at Pioneer Theatre Company Could Become a Perennial Holiday Favorite
by Tyler Hinton - Dec 4, 2023

Pioneer Theatre Company’s not-to-be-missed production of the brand-new musical CHRISTMAS IN CONNECTICUT is worthy of becoming a perennial holiday favorite, perfectly delivering feel-good nostalgia in a beautifully wrapped contemporary package. 
Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Salt Lake City Awards; PUFFS Leads Best Play!
by BWW Awards - Nov 27, 2023

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Salt Lake City Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

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