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Oliver!Oliver!
 
[East Haddam, CT (Regional), 2018]
Director
GypsyGypsy
 
[St. Louis, MO (Regional), 2018]
Director
Show BoatShow Boat
 
[Regional (US), 2018]
Adapter
RagsRags
 
[East Haddam, CT (Regional), 2017]
Director
RelativityRelativity
 
[Regional (US), 2016]
Director
Oklahoma!Oklahoma!
 
[St. Louis, MO (Regional), 2015]
Director
LoopedLooped
 
[US Tour, 2013]
Director
HighHigh
 
[Broadway, 2011]
Director
LoopedLooped
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Director
Make Me a Song
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Director
All Under Heaven
 
[Off-Broadway, 1998]
Director

Writing


Awards and Nominations

Kevin Kline Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Rob RuggieroHigh


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Kevin Kline Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Rob RuggieroElla


winner
Kevin Kline Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Rob RuggieroThe Little Dog Laughed


winner
Kevin Kline Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Rob RuggieroUrinetown, the Musical


winner
Kevin Kline Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Rob RuggieroTake Me Out

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John Tartaglia, Marcia Milgrom Dodge, Rob Ruggiero & More Join The Muny 107th Season Photo
John Tartaglia, Marcia Milgrom Dodge, Rob Ruggiero & More Join The Muny 107th Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2025

The Muny has revealed the teams of directors, choreographers, music directors and lead designers whose creative visions will bring the theatre’s bold 2025 season to life. Learn more about the upcoming season!
KING JAMES to be Presented at TheaterWorks Hartford This Winter Photo
KING JAMES to be Presented at TheaterWorks Hartford This Winter
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2025

TheaterWorks Hartford has revealed detailed for its 2024-2025 production of King James. The Connecticut premiere of this funny and moving new comedy is from the mind of Pulitzer Prize-finalist Rajiv Joseph. Learn more.
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; MAGGIE at Goodspeed Musicals Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Connecticut 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!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; Goodspeed Musicals Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Connecticut 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!
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; MAGGIE at Goodspeed Musicals Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Connecticut 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!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Connecticut Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Connecticut 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!
TheaterWorks Hartford Launches New Community Partnership with Hands on Hartford Photo
TheaterWorks Hartford Launches New Community Partnership with Hands on Hartford
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2024

TheaterWorks Hartford is launching a new Community Partnership with Hands on Hartford, a local non-profit organization that provides Hartford residents with food, housing, and health resources.
First Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Connecticut Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 2, 2024

Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Connecticut 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!
CHRISTMAS ON THE ROCKS Returns to TheatreWorks Hartford This Month Photo
CHRISTMAS ON THE ROCKS Returns to TheatreWorks Hartford This Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2024

Connecticut’s favorite twisted holiday will return to TheaterWorks Hartford for its 12th season on the naughty list. Conceived and directed by Producing Artistic Director Rob Ruggiero, CHRISTMAS ON THE ROCKS features work from six playwrights, each adding their own spin to the canon of holiday traditions past.
Tony Davis Will Play Living Room Concert Series at TheaterWorks Hartford Photo
Tony Davis Will Play Living Room Concert Series at TheaterWorks Hartford
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2024

TheaterWorks Hartford, under the direction of Artistic Director Rob Ruggiero and Managing Director Jeff Griffin, will present the second concert of the 24/25 Living Room Concert Series, an intimate performance that brings local musicians, visiting artists, and the Greater Hartford community together for an experience that feels like home.
FEVER DREAMS (OF ANIMALS ON THE VERGE OF EXTINCTION) Comes to TheaterWorks Hartford Photo
FEVER DREAMS (OF ANIMALS ON THE VERGE OF EXTINCTION) Comes to TheaterWorks Hartford
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 5, 2024

TheaterWorks Hartford, under the leadership of Artistic Director Rob Ruggiero and Managing Director Jeff Griffin, has announced details for its 2024-2025 season opener Fever Dreams (of animals on the verge of extinction).
TheaterWorks Hartford to Participate in GHAC Theater Week Photo
TheaterWorks Hartford to Participate in GHAC Theater Week
by Stephi Wild - Oct 4, 2024

TheaterWorks Hartford, under the artistic direction of Rob Ruggiero and Managing Director Jeff Griffin, will participate in the Greater Hartford Arts Council’s Theater Week, a two-week event that makes theater more accessible to all, promotes the excellence of local theatrical productions, and builds a broader, more diverse audience for the arts in Greater Hartford.
TheaterWorks Hartford to Present FEVER DREAMS (OF ANIMALS ON THE VERGE OF EXTINCTION) Photo
TheaterWorks Hartford to Present FEVER DREAMS (OF ANIMALS ON THE VERGE OF EXTINCTION)
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 13, 2024

TheaterWorks Hartford has revealed details for its 2024-2025 season opener Fever Dreams (of animals on the verge of extinction). Learn how to purchase tickets.
TheaterWorks Hartford Unveils 2024-2025 Season Featuring FEVER DREAMS & More Photo
TheaterWorks Hartford Unveils 2024-2025 Season Featuring FEVER DREAMS & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2024

TheaterWorks Hartford has unveiled its 2024-2025 season, featuring Jeffrey Lieber's FEVER DREAMS (OF ANIMALS ON THE VERGE OF EXTINCTION). Learn more about programming and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: 'To Life' from FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at The Muny Photo
Video: 'To Life' from FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at The Muny
by Joshua Wright - Jul 23, 2024

The Muny has released production photos for Fiddler on the Roof, the fourth show in the theatre’s 106th season, which runs through July 25 on the James S. McDonnell Stage in Forest Park. Get a first look at the production with a clip of 'To Life!'
Video: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Opening Night at The Muny Photo
Video: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Opening Night at The Muny
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 21, 2024

The Muny's production of Fiddler on the Roof, the fourth show in the theatre’s 106th season, is now running through July 25 on the James S. McDonnell Stage in Forest Park. See video footage from the production here!
Photos: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at The Muny Photo
Photos: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at The Muny
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 20, 2024

Check out production photos for Fiddler on the Roof at The Muny, now running through July 25, here!
Video: In Rehearsals for FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at the Muny Photo
Video: In Rehearsals for FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at the Muny
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 17, 2024

Next up at The Muny is Fiddler on the Roof, the fourth show in the theatre’s 106th season, which runs July 19-25 on the James S. McDonnell Stage in Forest Park. Watch video highlights from rehearsals here!
Six LGBTQ+ Artists to Showcase Work In Group Exhibition at Theaterworks Hartford Photo
Six LGBTQ+ Artists to Showcase Work In Group Exhibition at Theaterworks Hartford
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 14, 2024

TheaterWorks Hartford presents a new exhibition featuring works by six Connecticut-based artists, showcasing a diverse range of styles and mediums.
Max Chernin, Jeremy Radin and More Join FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at the MUNY Photo
Max Chernin, Jeremy Radin and More Join FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at the MUNY
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 5, 2024

The Muny has announced its full cast, design and production teams for Fiddler on the Roof, the fourth show in the theatre’s 106th season, which runs July 19-25 on the James S. McDonnell Stage in Forest Park.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Rob Ruggiero written?

Rob Ruggiero has written 1 shows including Make Me a Song (Conceiver).

What awards has Rob Ruggiero been nominated for?

Outstanding Director of a Play (Kevin Kline Awards) for High, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Kevin Kline Awards) for Ella, Outstanding Director of a Play (Kevin Kline Awards) for The Little Dog Laughed, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Kevin Kline Awards) for Urinetown, the Musical and Outstanding Director of a Play (Kevin Kline Awards) for Take Me Out.

What awards has Rob Ruggiero won?

Rob Ruggiero has won the following awards: Outstanding Director of a Musical (Kevin Kline Awards) for Ella; Outstanding Director of a Play (Kevin Kline Awards) for The Little Dog Laughed; Outstanding Director of a Musical (Kevin Kline Awards) for Urinetown, the Musical; and Outstanding Director of a Play (Kevin Kline Awards) for Take Me Out.

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