Rob Ruggiero
Latest News on Rob Ruggiero:
PRIMARY TRUST Announced At TheaterWorks Hartford (Mar 4, 2025)
FUZZY, THE YOM KIPPUR PLAY & More Set for Barrington Stage Company 2025 Season (Feb 7, 2025)
Feature: The Muny’s 30 Nods Leads the St Louis Theater Circle Awards Nominations (Feb 4, 2025)
PRIMARY TRUST Announced At TheaterWorks Hartford (Mar 4, 2025)
FUZZY, THE YOM KIPPUR PLAY & More Set for Barrington Stage Company 2025 Season (Feb 7, 2025)
Feature: The Muny’s 30 Nods Leads the St Louis Theater Circle Awards Nominations (Feb 4, 2025)
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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
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Kevin Kline Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Rob RuggieroThe Little Dog Laughed
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Kevin Kline Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Rob RuggieroUrinetown, the Musical
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Kevin Kline Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Rob RuggieroTake Me Out
Videos
Video: Mamie Parris Sings 'The Writing on the Wall' from Goodspeed's THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD
by Joshua Wright - 2024-05-22 11:58:19
Video: Liz McCartney Sings 'The Wages of Sin' from Goodspeed's THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-05-18 15:28:26
Video: Watch 'Off To The Races' from Goodspeed's THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD
by Joshua Wright - 2024-05-07 13:48:01
Video: Watch 'Both Sides of the Coin' from THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Goodspeed
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-05-04 16:06:26
VIDEO: Mamie Parris & More Rehearsing THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Goodspeed Musicals
by Joshua Wright - 2024-04-02 10:27:47
Video: Writer Rupert Holmes on THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Goodspeed Musicals
by Joshua Wright - 2024-03-12 16:03:06
VIDEO: 'I'm Gonna Wash That Man' From A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING At Goodspeed
by Alan Henry - 2021-10-12 16:10:41
VIDEO: Goodspeed Presents A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING Featuring Mamie Parris, Mauricio Martínez, Diane Phelan & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2021-10-04 16:06:24
VIDEO: Get A First Look At A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING At Goodspeed
by Alan Henry - 2021-09-23 15:13:57
VIDEO: Goodspeed Musicals Talks 1776 on New Episode of GREATSPEED
by Stephi Wild - 2021-02-12 06:47:36
Video Flashback: James Snyder Sings 'Soliloquy' From CAROUSEL at Goodspeed
by Stephi Wild - 2020-06-15 09:34:56
BWW Review: 1776 at The Muny Shows Scuffles and Snags to Independence
by Tanya Seale - 2019-07-01 09:52:20
VIDEO: Curtain Up. Light the Lights. Check out a Sneak Peek of GYPSY at The Muny
by Rebecca Russo - 2018-07-28 15:30:48
News
PRIMARY TRUST Announced At TheaterWorks Hartford
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2025
TheaterWorks Hartford has announced the cast and creative team for its upcoming 2024-2025 production of Primary Trust. The Connecticut Premiere of the 2024 Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Eboni Booth begins April 10, and runs through May 11, 2025 at TheaterWorks Hartford.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2025
TheaterWorks Hartford has announced the cast and creative team for its upcoming 2024-2025 production of Primary Trust. The Connecticut Premiere of the 2024 Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Eboni Booth begins April 10, and runs through May 11, 2025 at TheaterWorks Hartford.
FUZZY, THE YOM KIPPUR PLAY & More Set for Barrington Stage Company 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 7, 2025
Barrington Stage Company has revealed the theatre’s 2025 season which includes seven productions, including two regional premieres and two world premieres. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 7, 2025
Barrington Stage Company has revealed the theatre’s 2025 season which includes seven productions, including two regional premieres and two world premieres. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Feature: The Muny’s 30 Nods Leads the St Louis Theater Circle Awards Nominations
by James Lindhorst - Feb 4, 2025
The St. Louis Theater Circle has announced their 2025 nominations for their annual awards. Each year, the Circle honors excellence in professional theater with awards in 34 categories for producing, directing, acting, and technical theatre. This year The Muny leads all companies with 30 nominations spread across their seven musicals presented in their 106th season. STAGES St. Louis, The New Jewish Theatre, and The Repertory Theater of St. Louis earned 19 nominations each. St. Louis Shakespeare Festival’s production of AS YOU LIKE IT and STAGES St. Louis production of RAGTIME are the most nominated productions of the year with 10 nods each.
by James Lindhorst - Feb 4, 2025
The St. Louis Theater Circle has announced their 2025 nominations for their annual awards. Each year, the Circle honors excellence in professional theater with awards in 34 categories for producing, directing, acting, and technical theatre. This year The Muny leads all companies with 30 nominations spread across their seven musicals presented in their 106th season. STAGES St. Louis, The New Jewish Theatre, and The Repertory Theater of St. Louis earned 19 nominations each. St. Louis Shakespeare Festival’s production of AS YOU LIKE IT and STAGES St. Louis production of RAGTIME are the most nominated productions of the year with 10 nods each.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 20, 2025
by - Jan 20, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 20, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
by - Jan 20, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 20, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
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!
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
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.
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!
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!
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!
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!
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
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.
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!
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
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.
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
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.
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
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).
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
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.
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)
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.
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
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.
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
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!'
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
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!
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!
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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