Rob Marshall
Birth Place: Madison, WI
Latest News on Rob Marshall:
20th Annual Fred Ebb Award To Be Presented Tonight at The Todd Haimes Theater (Dec 2, 2024)
Watch These 10 Family-Friendly Musicals After Seeing WICKED (Nov 25, 2024)
Gabrielle Stravelli, Klea Blackhurst, and Graham Rowat Join SING HAPPY: THE LYRICS OF FRED EBB (Nov 19, 2024)
20th Annual Fred Ebb Award To Be Presented Tonight at The Todd Haimes Theater (Dec 2, 2024)
Watch These 10 Family-Friendly Musicals After Seeing WICKED (Nov 25, 2024)
Gabrielle Stravelli, Klea Blackhurst, and Graham Rowat Join SING HAPPY: THE LYRICS OF FRED EBB (Nov 19, 2024)
BIO
Marshall went on to perform as a dancer in various Broadway shows, but suffered a herniated disc while performing in Cats and after recovering, transitioned into choreography and then directing.
He debuted in the film industry with the TV adaptation of the musical Annie by Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin. He went on to direct the 2002 adaptation of the Kander and Ebb musical Chicago, for which he was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Director. His next feature film was the drama Memoirs of a Geisha based on the best-selling book of the same name by Arthur Golden starring Zhang Ziyi, Gong Li, Michelle Yeoh and Ken Watanabe. The film went on to win three Academy Awards and gross $162.2 million at the worldwide box office.
Marshall went on to direct the 2009 film Nine, an adaptation of the Broadway production with the same name starring Daniel Day-Lewis, Marion Cotillard, Nicole Kidman, Sophia Loren and Penélope Cruz, who was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. On August 2009, it was reported that Marshall was to direct Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, the fourth chapter of Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean film series starring Johnny Depp, Penélope Cruz, Ian McShane and Geoffrey Rush, which opened on May 20, 2011 and grossed $1 billion worldwide.
After working with Disney on Pirates, Marshall directed Disney's film adaptation of Stephen Sondheim's Into the Woods (2014), and produced the film under his Lucamar Productions banner. His next film was the sequel to the 1964 film Mary Poppins, titled Mary Poppins Returns, reuniting two Into the Woods actresses: Emily Blunt as the title character and Meryl Streep in a supporting role.
By December 2017, Disney was considering Marshall to direct the live-action/CGI adaptation of The Little Mermaid, which he was officially confirmed to direct in December 2018.
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Alan Bergman, Alan F. Horn, Scott Wittman, Marc Shaiman, Karen Dotrice, John DeLuca, Emily Mortimer, Ben Whishaw, Marc Platt, Dick Van Dyke, Emily Blunt, Rob Marshall, Lin-Manuel Miranda, David Magee, Jessica Vrute, Sean Bailey, Kobna Holdbrook-Smith, Pix
Date:
11/30/2018
From: Photo Flash: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Emily Blunt, and More Attend the Premiere of MARY POPPINS RETURNS
Marc Shaiman, Karen Dotrice, John DeLuca, Emily Mortimer and Ben Whishaw, Marc Platt, Alan Bergman, Alan Horn, Scott Wittman, Dick Van Dyke, Emily Blunt, Rob Marshall, Lin-Manuel Miranda, David Magee, Jessica Virtue, Sean Bailey, Kobna Holdbrook-Smith, Pi
Date:
11/30/2018
From: Photo Flash: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Emily Blunt, and More Attend the Premiere of MARY POPPINS RETURNS
STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1985
Client of the Princess Puffer
Citizen of Cloisterham
Client of the Princess Puffer / Mr. Christopher Lyon
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1984
Lino (Understudy)
Lucky (Understudy)
Tony (Understudy)
Productions
Movies
Chicago
[ 2002 ] choreographer
[ 2002 ] choreographer
Nine
[ 2009 ] choreographer
[ 2009 ] choreographer
Into the Woods
[ 2014 ] music staging and production
[ 2014 ] music staging and production
Mary Poppins Returns
[ 2018 ] choreographer
[ 2018 ] choreographer
The Little Mermaid
[ 2023 ] producer
[ 2023 ] producer
Awards and Nominations
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Rob Marshall, Cabaret
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Choreography
Rob Marshall, Little Me
Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Choreography
Rob Marshall, Little Me
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Choreography
Rob Marshall, Cabaret
Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Choreography
Rob Marshall, Cabaret
Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Rob Marshall, Cabaret
Olivier Awards - 1998 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Rob Marshall, Damn Yankees
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1998 - Best Choreography
Rob Marshall, Cabaret
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1998 - Best Director - Musical
Rob Marshall, Cabaret
Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Choreography
Rob Marshall, Cabaret
Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Direction of a Musical
Rob Marshall, Cabaret
Olivier Awards - 1995 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Rob Marshall, She Loves Me
Drama Desk Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Choreography
Rob Marshall, She Loves Me
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1994 - Best Choreography
Rob Marshall - , She Loves Me / Damn Yankees
Tony Awards - 1994 - Best Choreography
Rob Marshall, She Loves Me
Tony Awards - 1994 - Best Choreography
Rob Marshall, Damn Yankees
Tony Awards - 1993 - Best Choreography
Rob Marshall, Kiss of the Spider Woman
Videos
Listen: Hear Javier Bardem's Cut THE LITTLE MERMAID Song By Alan Menken & Lin-Manuel Miranda
by Michael Major - Sep 8, 2023
Video: Watch 'The Scuttlebutt' By Daveed Diggs & Awkwafina in THE LITTLE MERMAID
by Michael Major - Jun 1, 2023
Video: Watch Melissa McCarthy as Ursula in New THE LITTLE MERMAID Clip
by Michael Major - May 10, 2023
Video: Hear Daveed Diggs Sing 'Under the Sea' in New THE LITTLE MERMAID Clip
by Michael Major - May 8, 2023
Listen: Hear Halle Bailey Sing 'Part of Your World' From THE LITTLE MERMAID Soundtrack
by Michael Major - Apr 26, 2023
Video: Disney Releases an Inside Look at THE LITTLE MERMAID With Lin-Manuel Miranda, Alan Menken & More
by Michael Major - Apr 13, 2023
Video: Watch THE LITTLE MERMAID Official Trailer Featuring Melissa McCarthy, Daveed Diggs & More
by Michael Major - Mar 12, 2023
VIDEO: Halle Bailey Shares First Look at New LITTLE MERMAID Ariel Doll
by Michael Major - Mar 6, 2023
VIDEO: Disney Drops New LITTLE MERMAID Teaser; First Look at Melissa McCarthy as Ursula
by Michael Major - Feb 15, 2023
VIDEO: Melissa McCarthy Hints at Playing Ursula in the Live-Action THE LITTLE MERMAID
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jul 30, 2019
VIDEO: On This Day, March 19- Broadway Says 'Wilkommen' To A Revival Of CABARET
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2019
Video: Lin-Manuel Miranda Talks Playing Jack, Working with Rob Marshall in MARY POPPINS RETURNS
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 6, 2019
VIDEO: Marc Shaiman Performs 'The Place Where Lost Things Go' From MARY POPPINS RETURNS
by Stephi Wild - Dec 30, 2018
VIDEO: Go Behind the Scenes of 'Trip a Little Light Fantastic' from MARY POPPINS RETURNS
by Kaitlin Milligan - Dec 26, 2018
TV Exclusive: Talkin' Poppins- Rob Marshall Explains How He Aimed to Make MARY POPPINS RETURNS a Movie for Everyone
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 20, 2018
News
20th Annual Fred Ebb Award To Be Presented Tonight at The Todd Haimes Theater
The Fred Ebb Foundation in association with the Roundabout Theatre Company will present the twentieth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to the team of Cheeyang Ng & Eric Sorrels. Learn more!
The Fred Ebb Foundation in association with the Roundabout Theatre Company will present the twentieth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to the team of Cheeyang Ng & Eric Sorrels. Learn more!
Watch These 10 Family-Friendly Musicals After Seeing WICKED
Looking for the next musical to watch after Wicked? Whether you are a musical theatre savant or completely new to the genre, BroadwayWorld has assembled a guide of ten musicals that you and your family are encouraged to check out if you enjoyed Wicked.
Looking for the next musical to watch after Wicked? Whether you are a musical theatre savant or completely new to the genre, BroadwayWorld has assembled a guide of ten musicals that you and your family are encouraged to check out if you enjoyed Wicked.
Gabrielle Stravelli, Klea Blackhurst, and Graham Rowat Join SING HAPPY: THE LYRICS OF FRED EBB
The Fred Ebb Foundation and Birdland Jazz Club announced additional performers for Sing Happy: The Lyrics of Fred Ebb, which will take place next week at Birdland Jazz Club.
The Fred Ebb Foundation and Birdland Jazz Club announced additional performers for Sing Happy: The Lyrics of Fred Ebb, which will take place next week at Birdland Jazz Club.
CHICAGO cumple 28 años en Broadway
Si bien EL FANTASMA DE LA ÓPERA es el musical más longevo de la historia de Broadway y LOS MISERABLES lo es del West End, el puesto a la producción estadounidense más longeva de la historia de la Great White Way se lo lleva el revival de CHICAGO, que hoy cumple la friolera de 28 años ininterrumpidos en Broadway.
Si bien EL FANTASMA DE LA ÓPERA es el musical más longevo de la historia de Broadway y LOS MISERABLES lo es del West End, el puesto a la producción estadounidense más longeva de la historia de la Great White Way se lo lleva el revival de CHICAGO, que hoy cumple la friolera de 28 años ininterrumpidos en Broadway.
Cheeyang Ng and Eric Sorrels Will Receive 20th Annual Fred Ebb Award
The Fred Ebb Foundation will present the twentieth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to the team of Cheeyang Ng & Eric Sorrels. Learn more about the award and the ceremony here!
The Fred Ebb Foundation will present the twentieth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to the team of Cheeyang Ng & Eric Sorrels. Learn more about the award and the ceremony here!
Review: HAIRSPRAY Revivals in São Paulo with a Beautiful Message of Acceptance
A girl achieves her dream of performing on a TV dance show in 1960s Baltimore — and works to integrate the show — in this musical version of the John Waters film. Outside of traditional beauty standards, she faces many prejudices, become an instant celebrity, and fight against racial segregation promoting inclusion of everyone in the city.
A girl achieves her dream of performing on a TV dance show in 1960s Baltimore — and works to integrate the show — in this musical version of the John Waters film. Outside of traditional beauty standards, she faces many prejudices, become an instant celebrity, and fight against racial segregation promoting inclusion of everyone in the city.
Kate Baldwin, Heidi Blickenstaff & More to Join SING HAPPY: THE LYRICS OF FRED EBB at Birdland
The Fred Ebb Foundation will present SING HAPPY: THE LYRICS OF FRED EBB, a special event celebrating the work of the renowned lyricist. Performers include Kate Baldwin, Heidi Blickenstaff, Telly Leung and more.
The Fred Ebb Foundation will present SING HAPPY: THE LYRICS OF FRED EBB, a special event celebrating the work of the renowned lyricist. Performers include Kate Baldwin, Heidi Blickenstaff, Telly Leung and more.
Cabaret Comes to Flagstaff With an Immersive Twist
Stargazer Collaborative Theatre invites you to step into a world of intrigue with their captivating production of Cabaret, running from November 8th to 16th at the Coconino Center for the Arts (CCA). Prepare for an unforgettable experience as the theater is transformed into the legendary Kit Kat Club.
Stargazer Collaborative Theatre invites you to step into a world of intrigue with their captivating production of Cabaret, running from November 8th to 16th at the Coconino Center for the Arts (CCA). Prepare for an unforgettable experience as the theater is transformed into the legendary Kit Kat Club.
Pittsburgh CLO Announces Passing of Charlie Gray, Former Executive Director
Pittsburgh CLO has announced the passing of Charlie Gray, who served as Executive Director from 1982 to 1996. Mr. Gray left an indelible mark on the Pittsburgh arts community through his unwavering commitment to musical theater and arts education.
Pittsburgh CLO has announced the passing of Charlie Gray, who served as Executive Director from 1982 to 1996. Mr. Gray left an indelible mark on the Pittsburgh arts community through his unwavering commitment to musical theater and arts education.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 25, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 25, 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 September 25, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rob Marshall to Direct GUYS AND DOLLS Movie Remake
A new movie remake of Guys and Dolls is in the works! Rob Marshall is set to direct the film. The film originally starred Frank Sinatra and Marlon Brando. See speculation about who will star in the new movie update.
A new movie remake of Guys and Dolls is in the works! Rob Marshall is set to direct the film. The film originally starred Frank Sinatra and Marlon Brando. See speculation about who will star in the new movie update.
JAZZ CATS CABARET Comes To Epiphany Center for the Arts.In October
Jazz Cats Cabaret has announced a performance at the Epiphany Center for the Arts on October 3, 2024, featuring a night of live jazz music.
Jazz Cats Cabaret has announced a performance at the Epiphany Center for the Arts on October 3, 2024, featuring a night of live jazz music.
Interview: From Beauty Pageants to HAIRSPRAY to Woxen of Tomorrow - Laura Bell Bundy's A BIG GIRL NOW
Celebrating the 20th anniversary of HAIRSPRAY, the original Tracy, Penny, and Amber - Marissa Jaret Winokur, Kerry Butler and Laura Bell Bundy - reunite for Mama I’m a Big Girl Now at The Wallis September 26, 2024. Got a chance to ask a few queries of Laura.
Celebrating the 20th anniversary of HAIRSPRAY, the original Tracy, Penny, and Amber - Marissa Jaret Winokur, Kerry Butler and Laura Bell Bundy - reunite for Mama I’m a Big Girl Now at The Wallis September 26, 2024. Got a chance to ask a few queries of Laura.
Tony-Winner Christopher Ashley To Receive Prestigious 'Mr. Abbott' Award From Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation
Christopher Ashley was announced as the recipient of the prestigious Mr. Abbott Award by the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the theater industry.
Christopher Ashley was announced as the recipient of the prestigious Mr. Abbott Award by the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the theater industry.
Cast Set For the West End Return of THE LEHMAN TRILOGY
Full casting has been announced for the five-time Tony Award winning production of The Lehman Trilogy which returns to London's West End following highly acclaimed international performances.
Full casting has been announced for the five-time Tony Award winning production of The Lehman Trilogy which returns to London's West End following highly acclaimed international performances.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Dancers For Harris, Move US Forward with Mary Ann Lamb and Suze Misner
In this video, I am joined by Mary Ann Lamb and Suze Misner! We talk about our mutual connection to Chicago The Musical, as Mary Ann was in the original Broadway company, and they were both in the film adaptation of the show directed by Rob Marshall.
In this video, I am joined by Mary Ann Lamb and Suze Misner! We talk about our mutual connection to Chicago The Musical, as Mary Ann was in the original Broadway company, and they were both in the film adaptation of the show directed by Rob Marshall.
Review: INTO THE WOODS at Roxy's Downtown
On July 24th, 2024, I had the great pleasure to see the storied musical Into the Woods at Roxy’s Downtown. This exceptional production runs until August 9, so hurry and get your tickets before they are completely sold out! I hear there are only a few select nights left. The piece moves at an engaging pace, is visually rich, and there are many delightful surprises that will keep you at the edge of your seat.
On July 24th, 2024, I had the great pleasure to see the storied musical Into the Woods at Roxy’s Downtown. This exceptional production runs until August 9, so hurry and get your tickets before they are completely sold out! I hear there are only a few select nights left. The piece moves at an engaging pace, is visually rich, and there are many delightful surprises that will keep you at the edge of your seat.
Photos: INTO THE WOODS at Greenway Court Theatre
A new production of Into the Woods, the classic Broadway musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by James Lapine, is now playing at the Greenway Court Theatre. Directed by Mary Jo DuPrey along with musical director Anthony Zediker, the limited engagement will run through Sunday, August 11. Check out all new photos here!
A new production of Into the Woods, the classic Broadway musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by James Lapine, is now playing at the Greenway Court Theatre. Directed by Mary Jo DuPrey along with musical director Anthony Zediker, the limited engagement will run through Sunday, August 11. Check out all new photos here!
PBS to Air Blake Edwards Documentary With New Interviews From Julie Andrews, Lesley Ann Warren, & More
PBS is set to air American Masters – Blake Edwards: A Love Story in 24 Frames nationwide Tuesday, August 27 at 9 p.m. ET. Featuring never-before-seen archival video and stills, the film offers an exploration into the filmmaker’s complex life and genre-spanning career, as shared by filmmakers and family.
PBS is set to air American Masters – Blake Edwards: A Love Story in 24 Frames nationwide Tuesday, August 27 at 9 p.m. ET. Featuring never-before-seen archival video and stills, the film offers an exploration into the filmmaker’s complex life and genre-spanning career, as shared by filmmakers and family.
THE LEHMAN TRILOGY Will Return to the West End in September
The National Theatre's critically acclaimed, five-time Tony Award® winning production of The Lehman Trilogy will return to London’s West End following highly acclaimed international performances.
The National Theatre's critically acclaimed, five-time Tony Award® winning production of The Lehman Trilogy will return to London’s West End following highly acclaimed international performances.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Rob Marshall been in?
Rob Marshall has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.
How many West End shows has Rob Marshall been in?
Rob Marshall has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Rob Marshall been nominated for?
Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Cabaret, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Little Me , Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Little Me, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Cabaret, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Cabaret, Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Cabaret, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Damn Yankees, Best Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Cabaret , Best Director - Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Cabaret, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Cabaret, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Cabaret, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for She Loves Me, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for She Loves Me, Best Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for She Loves Me / Damn Yankees , Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for She Loves Me, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Damn Yankees and Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Kiss of the Spider Woman.
What awards has Rob Marshall won?
Rob Marshall has won the following awards: Outstanding Director - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Cabaret; Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for Cabaret; and Best Choreography at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for She Loves Me / Damn Yankees.
Videos