Kristine Bendul
Latest News on Kristine Bendul:
Review: Camp Broadway Indonesia's Mainstage Program Breaks Barriers with Papuan Scholarship (Jul 7, 2024)
Exclusive Video: Get A First Look At TIANANMEN Musical in Phoenix (Oct 4, 2023)
Kennedy Kanagawa Joins TIANANMEN Musical in Phoenix (Sep 20, 2023)
Review: Camp Broadway Indonesia's Mainstage Program Breaks Barriers with Papuan Scholarship (Jul 7, 2024)
Exclusive Video: Get A First Look At TIANANMEN Musical in Phoenix (Oct 4, 2023)
Kennedy Kanagawa Joins TIANANMEN Musical in Phoenix (Sep 20, 2023)
BIO
Kristine Bendul’s favorite director/choreographer credits: Phoenix Theatre Company’s Tiananmen (Assoc.D/C), Casa Mañana’s Miss Saigon (Assoc.D/C), The Blues Brothers (Radial Park), The Remarkable Journey to Tianguo (Assoc. Choreo.), Kristen Plylar-Moore’s Revival the Show, The Color Iz (writer/D/C), For Madmen Only, Camp Broadway’s Annie, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.
Original choreographic works for Broadway’s Easter Bonnet, Gypsy of the Year, and Broadway Bares. Music video choreography: All My Life (Corey Hunter), Run (Nainnoh), Somebody Loves You (Jodi McQueen). Short films: Fourth Position, 2 of Us (Winner Best Concept Award Buddha International Film Festival).
Her performing credits include being an original Broadway cast member of the following: Roger’s and Hammerstein’s Cinderella (asst. choreographer-partnering consultant), Twyla Tharp’s Come Fly Away, Swing!, On The Town. Other Broadway credits include Movin’ Out (Helen Hayes nominee- Outstanding Supporting Performer), Man of La Mancha and The King and I, Camelot (Live From Lincoln Center), Do I Hear a Waltz, No Strings, Golden Boy, and One Touch Of Venus. Favorite TV credits: NBC’s Smash, Baz Luhrman’s The Get Down, David Letterman, the Tony’s and the Academy Awards.
In 2020, Kristine and her dancer partner made history as America’s first professional couple to compete as gender-neutral in the DanceSport ballroom, equally exchanging lead-follow roles within all five American Rhythm dances and will be the lead subjects of the upcoming documentary, Follow, Lead, Love.
STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer Production, 1998
Pas de Deux Dancer
Diamond Eddie Girl
Dance Ensemble
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1996
Ensemble [Replacement]
Archer [Replacement]
Archer (ballet) [Replacement]
Productions
Awards and Nominations
Helen Hayes Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Supporting Performer, Non-Resident Production
Kristine BendulMovin' Out
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VIDEO: Watch New Video from Nainnoh, Featuring Kristine Bendul and Abdiel Jacobsen!
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 9, 2020
VIDEO: Watch Highlights from BC/EFA's Record-Breaking 2017 GYPSY OF THE YEAR
by BWW News Desk - Dec 8, 2017
TV: Watch Melissa Errico & Richard Troxell in Rehearsal for Encores! DO I HEAR A WALTZ?
by Nicole Rosky - May 2, 2016
STAGE TUBE: BROADWAY BARES 25th Recap - Celebrating 222 of New York's Sexiest Dancers!
by Christina Mancuso - Jul 16, 2015
TV: CINDERELLA Brings Fairytale Magic to BROADWAY IN BRYANT PARK- Watch Highlights!
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 13, 2013
STAGE TUBE: CINDERELLA's Laura Osnes & Santino Fontana Sing 'Do I Love You Because You're Beautiful?' on TODAY SHOW
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 22, 2013
TV: Paper Mill's A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM Performance Preview!
by Jessica Lewis - Mar 9, 2011
NEW BLOG - 'Badass Babes Savin' The Day' -- CHIX 6, The ROXPERIENCE WEEK 5
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 17, 2010
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Review: Camp Broadway Indonesia's Mainstage Program Breaks Barriers with Papuan Scholarship
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Exclusive Video: Get A First Look At TIANANMEN Musical in Phoenix
BroadwayWorld has an exclusive first look at Tiananmen: A New Musical, opening at The Phoenix Theatre Company. The original work debuts 34 years after the tragedy in China's Tiananmen Square.
BroadwayWorld has an exclusive first look at Tiananmen: A New Musical, opening at The Phoenix Theatre Company. The original work debuts 34 years after the tragedy in China's Tiananmen Square.
Kennedy Kanagawa Joins TIANANMEN Musical in Phoenix
Kennedy Kanagawa and Ellie Wang will play the leading roles in Tiananmen: A New Musical, opening at The Phoenix Theatre Company. Kanagawa will be replacing Zachary Piser who chose not to continue on with the musical for personal reasons. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!
Kennedy Kanagawa and Ellie Wang will play the leading roles in Tiananmen: A New Musical, opening at The Phoenix Theatre Company. Kanagawa will be replacing Zachary Piser who chose not to continue on with the musical for personal reasons. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!
Zachary Noah Piser to Star in TIANANMEN at The Phoenix Theatre Company
Get ready for an unforgettable performance as Zachary Noah Piser takes the stage in Tiananmen: A Brave and Necessary New Musical at The Phoenix Theatre Company. Experience the emotional journey of this groundbreaking show as it explores the events of Tiananmen Square.
Get ready for an unforgettable performance as Zachary Noah Piser takes the stage in Tiananmen: A Brave and Necessary New Musical at The Phoenix Theatre Company. Experience the emotional journey of this groundbreaking show as it explores the events of Tiananmen Square.
Photos: CAMP BROADWAY Campers Learn From Stage Pros
This week, the Broadway Education Alliance (BEA) welcomed the return of its award-winning, signature summer program CAMP BROADWAY in New York City. Check out the photos here!
This week, the Broadway Education Alliance (BEA) welcomed the return of its award-winning, signature summer program CAMP BROADWAY in New York City. Check out the photos here!
TIANANMEN to Have World Premiere at The Phoenix Theatre Company in October
Discover the powerful and captivating story of Tiananmen: A Brave and Necessary New Musical, making its world premiere at The Phoenix Theatre Company on October 6th, 2023. Experience the journey of courage and resilience through this captivating new production. Don't miss the opportunity to be moved by this compelling musical event.
Discover the powerful and captivating story of Tiananmen: A Brave and Necessary New Musical, making its world premiere at The Phoenix Theatre Company on October 6th, 2023. Experience the journey of courage and resilience through this captivating new production. Don't miss the opportunity to be moved by this compelling musical event.
Photos: First Look At Adam Jacobs, Besty Morgan & More In Drury Lane's THE KING AND I
BroadwayWorld has a first look at Drury Lane Theatre's production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's The King and I. Based on 'Anna and the King of Siam' by Margaret Landon,' with music by Richard Rodgers, and book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, The King and I was originally choreographed by Jerome Robbins.
BroadwayWorld has a first look at Drury Lane Theatre's production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's The King and I. Based on 'Anna and the King of Siam' by Margaret Landon,' with music by Richard Rodgers, and book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, The King and I was originally choreographed by Jerome Robbins.
Original ALADDIN Adam Jacobs to Lead Drury Lane's THE KING AND I
Drury Lane Theatre opens its 2022/2023 season with the celebrated Tony Award-winning musical Rodgers and Hammerstein's The King and I. Based on 'Anna and the King of Siam' by Margaret Landon,' with music by Richard Rodgers, and book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, The King and I was originally choreographed by Jerome Robbins.
Drury Lane Theatre opens its 2022/2023 season with the celebrated Tony Award-winning musical Rodgers and Hammerstein's The King and I. Based on 'Anna and the King of Siam' by Margaret Landon,' with music by Richard Rodgers, and book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, The King and I was originally choreographed by Jerome Robbins.
NYC Artist Corps Members Are Offering 100+ Free Public Engagements Across the City Through the End of September
This month, New Yorkers can enjoy more than 100 free visual art, music, dance, theater, and multidisciplinary public programs being offered by members of the New York City Artist Corps.
This month, New Yorkers can enjoy more than 100 free visual art, music, dance, theater, and multidisciplinary public programs being offered by members of the New York City Artist Corps.
Photo Flash: Charity Angel Dawson, Nick Rashad Burroughs & More Celebrate Opening of THE BLUES BROTHERS at Radial Park
Radial Park opened its latest cinemersive experience last night with the iconic, blockbuster, fan-favorite film, The Blues Brothers! The Blues Brothers, features a live band and theatrical performances seamless timed in-sync with the movie in a one-of-a-kind hybrid mashup. The Blues Brothers, is directed by Kristine Bendul and Waldemar QuinonesVillanueva, and features a cast that includes Broadway's Charity Angel Dawson, Nick Rashad Burroughs, F. Michael Haynie, Brian Charles Johnson, and Antoine L. Smith, along with Ladonna Burns and Anne Fraser Thomas.
Radial Park opened its latest cinemersive experience last night with the iconic, blockbuster, fan-favorite film, The Blues Brothers! The Blues Brothers, features a live band and theatrical performances seamless timed in-sync with the movie in a one-of-a-kind hybrid mashup. The Blues Brothers, is directed by Kristine Bendul and Waldemar QuinonesVillanueva, and features a cast that includes Broadway's Charity Angel Dawson, Nick Rashad Burroughs, F. Michael Haynie, Brian Charles Johnson, and Antoine L. Smith, along with Ladonna Burns and Anne Fraser Thomas.
BWW Interview: Charity Angel Dawson Talks Taking on Aretha Franklin Role in THE BLUES BROTHERS at Radial Park
Radial Park has brought us The Phantom of the Opera, Purple Rain, Selena and more through their 'Broadway at the Drive-In' series, and now they're back with a live, 'cinemersive' production of The Blues Brothers, opening Thursday, May 27 at 8:00 PM!
Radial Park has brought us The Phantom of the Opera, Purple Rain, Selena and more through their 'Broadway at the Drive-In' series, and now they're back with a live, 'cinemersive' production of The Blues Brothers, opening Thursday, May 27 at 8:00 PM!
THE BLUES BROTHERS Starring Nick Rashad Burroughs, Charity Angel Dawson, & More Opens This Thursday at Radial Park
Radial Park will open its latest cinemersive experience this Thursday, May 27 at 8:00 PM with the iconic, blockbuster, fan-favorite film, The Blues Brothers, as it continues its “Broadway at the Drive-In” programming at Halletts Point Play, graciously provided by the Durst Organization.
Radial Park will open its latest cinemersive experience this Thursday, May 27 at 8:00 PM with the iconic, blockbuster, fan-favorite film, The Blues Brothers, as it continues its “Broadway at the Drive-In” programming at Halletts Point Play, graciously provided by the Durst Organization.
Charity Angel Dawson, Nick Rashad Burroughs, and More Set For THE BLUES BROTHERS at Radial Park
The cast has been announced for this spring's The Blues Brothers, the latest “Broadway at the Drive-In” cinemersive experience at Radial Park as it continues its residency at Halletts Point Play.
The cast has been announced for this spring's The Blues Brothers, the latest “Broadway at the Drive-In” cinemersive experience at Radial Park as it continues its residency at Halletts Point Play.
Ballroom Dancers Who Challenge Convention Appear in Residence at BST
While Bridge Street Theatre's initial Dance Residency Initiative has been completed, the Catskill performance space is continuing to make its facility available to artists developing new work
While Bridge Street Theatre's initial Dance Residency Initiative has been completed, the Catskill performance space is continuing to make its facility available to artists developing new work
SAMSON THE WRESTLING MUSICAL Streams For Free
This new musical with book, lyrics and music by Dustin Ceithamer, set in the eccentric world of 1980's Wrestling, features Nick Rashad Burroughs, Blaine Alden Krauss, AJ Rafael, Correy West, Jamari Johnson Williams, Adrianna Rose Lyons, Dexter McKinney Jr., Karl Warden, Matthew Ballestero and more!
This new musical with book, lyrics and music by Dustin Ceithamer, set in the eccentric world of 1980's Wrestling, features Nick Rashad Burroughs, Blaine Alden Krauss, AJ Rafael, Correy West, Jamari Johnson Williams, Adrianna Rose Lyons, Dexter McKinney Jr., Karl Warden, Matthew Ballestero and more!
VIDEO: Watch New Video from Nainnoh, Featuring Kristine Bendul and Abdiel Jacobsen!
Georgian-born folk/indie artist Nainnoh has just released a new music video! Entitled “Run,” the intimate video is a collaboration between Nainnoh and two dancers who perform with Twyla Tharp and Martha Graham: Kristine Bendul and Abdiel Jacobsen. The music also features composer John Sully playing a traditional, recorder-like Georgian instrument known as the Salamuri.
Georgian-born folk/indie artist Nainnoh has just released a new music video! Entitled “Run,” the intimate video is a collaboration between Nainnoh and two dancers who perform with Twyla Tharp and Martha Graham: Kristine Bendul and Abdiel Jacobsen. The music also features composer John Sully playing a traditional, recorder-like Georgian instrument known as the Salamuri.
The Roger Rees Awards, Co-Hosted by Andrew Barth Feldman, Announces 2020 Showcase Student Roster
The Broadway Education Alliance has announced the 87-high school students who will participate in the 10th annual Roger Rees Awards for Excellence in Student Performance.
The Broadway Education Alliance has announced the 87-high school students who will participate in the 10th annual Roger Rees Awards for Excellence in Student Performance.
Jacob's Pillow Announces 2020 Winter/Spring Season
Jacob's Pillow announces public events held January through May in its Winter/Spring season, featuring co-presentations with local cultural partners; Pillow Parties; workshops and classes; Pillow Pop-Ups; and more. Events take place January through May on the Pillow's 220-acre campus in Becket, MA and across Berkshire County. As the Pillow continues to advance its five year strategic plan, Vision '22, the organization increasingly activates its local and national presence by expanding programming and extending resources beyond its acclaimed summer dance festival.
Jacob's Pillow announces public events held January through May in its Winter/Spring season, featuring co-presentations with local cultural partners; Pillow Parties; workshops and classes; Pillow Pop-Ups; and more. Events take place January through May on the Pillow's 220-acre campus in Becket, MA and across Berkshire County. As the Pillow continues to advance its five year strategic plan, Vision '22, the organization increasingly activates its local and national presence by expanding programming and extending resources beyond its acclaimed summer dance festival.
Buglisi Dance Theatre Opens Tomorrow At Ailey Citigroup Theater
BUGLISI DANCE THEATRE OPENS TOMORROW, TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10 WITH THREE PREMIERES AND 'SAND' Ailey Citigroup Theater, 405 West 55 Street Tuesday December 10 at 6 PM Wednesday & Thursday December 11 & 12 at 7:30 PM
BUGLISI DANCE THEATRE OPENS TOMORROW, TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10 WITH THREE PREMIERES AND 'SAND' Ailey Citigroup Theater, 405 West 55 Street Tuesday December 10 at 6 PM Wednesday & Thursday December 11 & 12 at 7:30 PM
Buglisi Dance Theatre To Take The Stage At Ailey Citigroup Theater
Buglisi Dance Theatre celebrates its 26th Anniversary Season with a program of works by artistic director Jacqulyn Buglisi, company principal dancer Virginie Mécène, Kristine Bendul and Abdiel Jacobsen, and Meagan King. The program will feature two world premieres by Ms. Buglisi, and a NYC premiere by Ms. Mécène, presented with a commissioning award from the New York State Council on the Arts, and performed by the brilliant of company dancers known for their power and passion. The Tuesday December 10 performance, an early Performance of Premieres running one hour, will begin at 6 PM and consist of The Moss Anthology: Variation#5, UNUM, In the name of the fire, and the flame, and grace, and Sand. The full program will be performed Wednesday and Thursday, with curtain time at 7:30 PM.
Buglisi Dance Theatre celebrates its 26th Anniversary Season with a program of works by artistic director Jacqulyn Buglisi, company principal dancer Virginie Mécène, Kristine Bendul and Abdiel Jacobsen, and Meagan King. The program will feature two world premieres by Ms. Buglisi, and a NYC premiere by Ms. Mécène, presented with a commissioning award from the New York State Council on the Arts, and performed by the brilliant of company dancers known for their power and passion. The Tuesday December 10 performance, an early Performance of Premieres running one hour, will begin at 6 PM and consist of The Moss Anthology: Variation#5, UNUM, In the name of the fire, and the flame, and grace, and Sand. The full program will be performed Wednesday and Thursday, with curtain time at 7:30 PM.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Kristine Bendul been in?
Kristine Bendul has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.
How many West End shows has Kristine Bendul been in?
Kristine Bendul has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Kristine Bendul been nominated for?
and Outstanding Supporting Performer, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Movin' Out .
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