Rob Ashford
Also Credited As: Robert Ashford
Birth Place: Orlando, FL, USA
Latest News on Rob Ashford:
South Asian Dancers, Actors and Singers Sought For New Musical Comedy COME FALL IN LOVE - THE DDLJ MUSICAL (Dec 4, 2024)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 19, 2024 (Nov 19, 2024)
Review Roundup: Kenneth Branagh-Directed KING LEAR Opens at The Shed (Nov 14, 2024)
South Asian Dancers, Actors and Singers Sought For New Musical Comedy COME FALL IN LOVE - THE DDLJ MUSICAL (Dec 4, 2024)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 19, 2024 (Nov 19, 2024)
Review Roundup: Kenneth Branagh-Directed KING LEAR Opens at The Shed (Nov 14, 2024)
BIO
Broadway credits as Director/Choreographer: Evita (Tony nomination), How to Succeed (Tony nominations Direction/Choreography), Promises, Promises (Tony nomination Choreography); as Choreographer: Thoroughly Modern Millie (Tony Award Best Choreography), Wedding Singer (Tony nom.), Cry Baby (Tony nom.), Curtains (Tony nom.). London - as Director: Anna Christie (Donmar), A Streetcar Named Desire (Donmar - Olivier nomination, Best Revival), Shrek The Musical; as Director/Choreographer: Parade (Donmar - Olivier nominations, Direction/Choreography); as Choreographer: Evita (Olivier nom.), Guys and Dolls (Olivier nom.), Thoroughly Modern Millie (Olivier nom.), Forum at The National Theatre. Other: 81st Annual Academy Awards (Emmy Award Choreography).
Rob is a member of The Executive Board of SDC and a Trustee of The Joyce Theatre.
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STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 2016 - Best Director
Rob AshfordThe Winter's Tale
Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Choreography
Rob Ashfrod, Evita
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Choreographer
Rob Ashford, Evita
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Choreography
Rob Ashford, Evita
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2011 - Best Choreography
Rob Ashford, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Choreography
Rob Ashford, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Rob Ashford, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Choreography
Rob Ashford, How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Rob Ashford, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Choreography
Rob Ashford, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Direction of a Musical
Rob Ashford, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
Olivier Awards - 2010 - Best Revival
Rob Ashford, A Streetcar Named Desire
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Choreography
Rob Ashford, Promises, Promises
Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Choreography
Rob Ashford, Promises, Promises
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Choreography
Rob Ashford, The Musical
Olivier Awards - 2008 - Best Director
Rob Ashford, Parade
Olivier Awards - 2008 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Rob Ashford, Parade
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Choreography
Rob Ashford, Cry-Baby The Musical
Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Choreography
Rob Ashford, Cry-Baby
Olivier Awards - 2007 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Rob Ashford, Evita
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Choreography
Rob Ashford, Curtains
Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Choreography
Rob Ashford, Curtains
Olivier Awards - 2006 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Rob AshfordGuys And Dolls
Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Choreography
Rob Ashford, The Wedding Singer
Olivier Awards - 2004 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Rob Ashford, Thoroughly Modern Millie
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Choreography
Rob Ashford, Thoroughly Modern Millie
winner
Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Choreography
Rob Ashford, Thoroughly Modern Millie
Videos
Video: Sierra Boggess in a Scene from MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at Goodman Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Aug 1, 2024
Video: J. Harrison Ghee Performs 'Let There Be Light' from MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL
by Joshua Wright - Jul 25, 2024
Video: Choreographer Tanya Birl-Torres Makes MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL Dance
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2024
Video: Tony-Winner Rob Ashford Talks MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2024
Video: Taylor Mac and Jason Robert Brown Talk MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 13, 2024
Video: Choreographer Tanya Birl-Torres On MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at the Goodman
by Joshua Wright - Jun 12, 2024
Video: Watch 'Let It Go' from the Dutch Production of Disney's FROZEN
by Joshua Wright - Jun 7, 2024
Video: Rob Ashford Discusses MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2024
VIDEO: Watch Clips from Rossini's THE BARBER OF SEVILLE at LA Opera
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 22, 2023
VIDEO: First Look at COME FALL IN LOVE - THE DDLJ MUSICAL at The Old Globe
by Stephi Wild - Sep 28, 2022
VIDEO: Caroline Bowman and Caroline Innerbichler in the All New Music Video For 'I Can't Lose You' From FROZEN
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2022
VIDEO: Watch Casts of FROZEN Come Together for 'Let It Go (Around the World Version)'
by Michael Major - Oct 7, 2021
VIDEO: Watch The World Premiere of NEO by Alexei Ratmansky Starring Isabella Boylston and James Whiteside at 5 PM
by Alan Henry - May 17, 2021
Photos and Video: FROZEN Opens in Australia at Sydney's Capitol Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 10, 2020
Broadway Rewind: Beat the Drum- THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE Is Back 15 Years Later
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 6, 2020
VIDEO: Behind the Scenes of the FROZEN Photoshoot With Samantha Barks and Stephanie McKeon
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2020
News
South Asian Dancers, Actors and Singers Sought For New Musical Comedy COME FALL IN LOVE - THE DDLJ MUSICAL
Come Fall in Love – The DDLJ Musical will make its UK premiere at Manchester Opera House next year. Producers are looking for South Asians to join the cast. Learn more here!
Come Fall in Love – The DDLJ Musical will make its UK premiere at Manchester Opera House next year. Producers are looking for South Asians to join the cast. Learn more here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 19, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 19, 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 19, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Review Roundup: Kenneth Branagh-Directed KING LEAR Opens at The Shed
Acclaimed actor Kenneth Branagh steps into the formidable shoes of William Shakespeare’s King Lear, in a new production at The Shed NYC. Read the reviews for this new production of one of Shakespeare's most famous tragedies.
Acclaimed actor Kenneth Branagh steps into the formidable shoes of William Shakespeare’s King Lear, in a new production at The Shed NYC. Read the reviews for this new production of one of Shakespeare's most famous tragedies.
Choreographers and Dance Arrangers Set for TIME STEP SYMPOSIUM
The Stage Door Foundation, in collaboration with Sam Davis and Patrick O'Neill, announced the choreographers and dance arrangers for the inaugural TIME STEP SYMPOSIUM, a tuition-free mentorship program.
The Stage Door Foundation, in collaboration with Sam Davis and Patrick O'Neill, announced the choreographers and dance arrangers for the inaugural TIME STEP SYMPOSIUM, a tuition-free mentorship program.
Kenneth Branagh's KING LEAR Will Be First Live Theater Production to Use Dolby Atmos
Dolby Atmos is coming to live theater for the first time ever through a new production of William Shakespeare's King Lear, starring Kenneth Branagh.
Dolby Atmos is coming to live theater for the first time ever through a new production of William Shakespeare's King Lear, starring Kenneth Branagh.
Photos: CAA's Joe Machota Receives Portrait at Sardi's
Head of CAA’s theater department Joe Machota recently received his portrait at Sardi's and BroadwayWorld was there to celebrate. Check out photos here!
Head of CAA’s theater department Joe Machota recently received his portrait at Sardi's and BroadwayWorld was there to celebrate. Check out photos here!
Photos: Kenneth Branagh in Rehearsal for KING LEAR at The Shed
Kenneth Branagh plays the title role in a new production of William Shakespeare’s King Lear, set in the barbarous landscape of Ancient Britain. Check out rehearsal photos of the show preparing for The Shed's Griffin Theater!
Kenneth Branagh plays the title role in a new production of William Shakespeare’s King Lear, set in the barbarous landscape of Ancient Britain. Check out rehearsal photos of the show preparing for The Shed's Griffin Theater!
Video: Unpacking the Music of Jason Robert Brown
In this video, we welcome Broadway’s own Jason Robert Brown to talk about his big Carnegie Hall concert coming October 25th with guests Heather Headley, Ben Platt, Shoshana Bean, J. Harrison Ghee, and more!
In this video, we welcome Broadway’s own Jason Robert Brown to talk about his big Carnegie Hall concert coming October 25th with guests Heather Headley, Ben Platt, Shoshana Bean, J. Harrison Ghee, and more!
What We Know So Far About MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL on Broadway
Taylor Mac and Jason Robert Brown's MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL, is coming to Broadway in 2025. What do we know so far about the new musical?
Taylor Mac and Jason Robert Brown's MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL, is coming to Broadway in 2025. What do we know so far about the new musical?
Taylor Mac and Jason Robert Brown's MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL Will Open on Broadway in 2025
MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL, the new musical from Taylor Mac and Jason Robert Brown, is headed to Broadway next year!
MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL, the new musical from Taylor Mac and Jason Robert Brown, is headed to Broadway next year!
COME FALL IN LOVE - THE DDLJ MUSICAL Will Open at Manchester Opera House in May 2025
Come Fall in Love – The DDLJ Musical, a new musical comedy based on one of the biggest blockbuster films in the history of Indian cinema, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, will make its UK premiere at Manchester Opera House on Thursday 29 May 2025 where it will run until Saturday 21 June 2025.
Come Fall in Love – The DDLJ Musical, a new musical comedy based on one of the biggest blockbuster films in the history of Indian cinema, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, will make its UK premiere at Manchester Opera House on Thursday 29 May 2025 where it will run until Saturday 21 June 2025.
The Shed Unveils 24-25 Season Including Kenneth Branagh in KING LEAR & More
The Shed has revealed its 2024 – 25 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
The Shed has revealed its 2024 – 25 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Cast of Disney's FROZEN Tour Celebrates Final Performance
Watch the company of FROZEN come together to perform 'Let It Go' (Finale) at the Buell Theatre in Denver, CO; where the original Broadway-bound production of FROZEN first welcomed audiences in 2017.
Watch the company of FROZEN come together to perform 'Let It Go' (Finale) at the Buell Theatre in Denver, CO; where the original Broadway-bound production of FROZEN first welcomed audiences in 2017.
Heather Headley and Ben Platt Will Join Jason Robert Brown at Carnegie Hall
Tony and Grammy Award-winning artists Heather Headley and Ben Platt will join three-time Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown for his Carnegie Hall solo concert debut on October 25, 2024, at 8:00 PM.
Tony and Grammy Award-winning artists Heather Headley and Ben Platt will join three-time Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown for his Carnegie Hall solo concert debut on October 25, 2024, at 8:00 PM.
Review: FROZEN Brings Chills and Thrills to Broadway San Jose
What did our critic think of FROZEN BRINGS CHILLS AND THRILLS TO BROADWAY SAN JOSE at Broadway San Jose?
What did our critic think of FROZEN BRINGS CHILLS AND THRILLS TO BROADWAY SAN JOSE at Broadway San Jose?
Video: Sierra Boggess in a Scene from MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at Goodman Theatre
Watch Sierra Boggess in a scene from from the Goodman's Theatre world premiere of Garden of Good and Evil, the stage musical adaptation of John Berendt’s iconic non-fiction book brought to life by creators MacArthur “Genius” Grantee Taylor Mac (book), Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown (music and lyrics) with choreography by Tanya Birl-Torres.
Watch Sierra Boggess in a scene from from the Goodman's Theatre world premiere of Garden of Good and Evil, the stage musical adaptation of John Berendt’s iconic non-fiction book brought to life by creators MacArthur “Genius” Grantee Taylor Mac (book), Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown (music and lyrics) with choreography by Tanya Birl-Torres.
BACK TO THE FUTURE & More Lead Chicago's August 2024 Top Theatre Shows
Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for August 2024 include Back to the Future and more!
Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for August 2024 include Back to the Future and more!
Video: J. Harrison Ghee Performs 'Let There Be Light' from MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL
Watch J. Harrison Ghee perform 'Let There Be Light' from the Goodman's Theatre world premiere of Garden of Good and Evil, the stage musical adaptation of John Berendt’s iconic non-fiction book brought to life by creators MacArthur “Genius” Grantee Taylor Mac (book), Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown (music and lyrics) with choreography by Tanya Birl-Torres.
Watch J. Harrison Ghee perform 'Let There Be Light' from the Goodman's Theatre world premiere of Garden of Good and Evil, the stage musical adaptation of John Berendt’s iconic non-fiction book brought to life by creators MacArthur “Genius” Grantee Taylor Mac (book), Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown (music and lyrics) with choreography by Tanya Birl-Torres.
COME FALL IN LOVE to Open in the UK in Summer 2025
Come Fall in Love, a new musical based on one of the biggest blockbuster films in the history of Indian cinema, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, will make its UK premiere in Summer 2025. Learn more!
Come Fall in Love, a new musical based on one of the biggest blockbuster films in the history of Indian cinema, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, will make its UK premiere in Summer 2025. Learn more!
FROZEN Comes to the Morrison Center in August
Frozen is headed to the Morrison Center in August. Performances run August 7-18, 2024.
Frozen is headed to the Morrison Center in August. Performances run August 7-18, 2024.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Rob Ashford been in?
Rob Ashford has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Rob Ashford been in?
Rob Ashford has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Rob Ashford been nominated for?
Best Director (Olivier Awards) for The Winter's Tale, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Evita, Outstanding Choreographer (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Evita, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Evita, Best Choreography (BroadwayWorld Awards) for How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Best Revival (Olivier Awards) for A Streetcar Named Desire, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Promises, Promises, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Promises, Promises, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for The Musical, Best Director (Olivier Awards) for Parade , Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Parade , Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Cry-Baby The Musical, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Cry-Baby, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Evita , Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Curtains, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Curtains, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Guys And Dolls , Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for The Wedding Singer, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Thoroughly Modern Millie, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Thoroughly Modern Millie and Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Thoroughly Modern Millie.
What awards has Rob Ashford won?
Rob Ashford has won multiple awards for his choreography, including Best Choreography at the BroadwayWorld Awards for How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for The Musical, Outstanding Choreography at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Cry-Baby The Musical, and Best Choreography at the Tony Awards for Thoroughly Modern Millie.
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