Robert Ahrens
Latest News on Robert Ahrens:
CHESS Will Close Early on Broadway (May 26, 2026)
JUST IN TIME Recoups on Broadway (May 18, 2026)
Listen: JUST IN TIME Releases Four Tracks Featuring Jeremy Jordan and Isa Briones (May 4, 2026)
CHESS Will Close Early on Broadway (May 26, 2026)
JUST IN TIME Recoups on Broadway (May 18, 2026)
Listen: JUST IN TIME Releases Four Tracks Featuring Jeremy Jordan and Isa Briones (May 4, 2026)
BIO
Developed and produced Xanadu (Drama Desk Award Best Book of a Musical, Outer Critics Circle Award Best New Musical, 4 Tony nominations) on Broadway, National Tour, and in Japan. Presented Kathy Griffin Wants a Tony on Broadway, Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons on Broadway as well as the revival of Evita and produced the feature films Book of Love (Sundance 2004) and WTC View.
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Productions
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Revival of a Musical
Robert Ahrens, Evita
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Revival of a Musical
Robert Ahrens , Evita
Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Musical
Robert Ahrens, Xanadu
Videos
Video: Bernadette Peters Dances With Jonathan Groff at JUST IN TIME
by Michael Major - 2026-03-18 10:08:21
Video: NYC Public School Students Sing 'Beyond the Sea' For Jonathan Groff
by Michael Major - 2026-02-26 16:36:07
Video: Erika Henningsen & Jonathan Groff Sing 'Irresistible You' From JUST IN TIME
by Michael Major - 2025-08-26 15:00:20
Video: Sherie Rene Scott Belts Out 'My Strongest Suit' During Birthday Party
by Michael Major - 2025-02-10 14:01:38
TV: Seth Rudetsky, Adam Pascal, Kerry Butler, and More Talk DISASTER!
by Sally Henry Fuller - 2015-12-06 16:33:42
TV: Randy Rainbow On the Scene at Opening Night of FRANKIE VALLI AND THE FOUR SEASONS
by Randy Rainbow - 2012-10-24 08:30:21
STAGE TUBE: ElizaBeth Stanley and Max Von Essen Talk XANADU Tour
by Jessica Lewis - 2009-12-18 17:05:32
News
CHESS Will Close Early on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - May 26, 2026
Chess will play its final performance on Sunday, June 21, 2026 at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre after over 250 performances starring Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele and Nicholas Christopher.
by Nicole Rosky - May 26, 2026
Chess will play its final performance on Sunday, June 21, 2026 at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre after over 250 performances starring Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele and Nicholas Christopher.
JUST IN TIME Recoups on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - May 18, 2026
UST IN TIME has recouped its $12.5 million capitalization during its record-breaking run. JUST IN TIME is the first Broadway Musical of the 2024-2025 season to recoup.
by Nicole Rosky - May 18, 2026
UST IN TIME has recouped its $12.5 million capitalization during its record-breaking run. JUST IN TIME is the first Broadway Musical of the 2024-2025 season to recoup.
Listen: JUST IN TIME Releases Four Tracks Featuring Jeremy Jordan and Isa Briones
by Stephi Wild - May 4, 2026
Four songs have been released from Just In Time, featuring two-time Tony Award nominee and Grammy Award nominee Jeremy Jordan (Newsies) as Bobby Darin and Isa Briones (“The Pitt”) as Connie Francis.
by Stephi Wild - May 4, 2026
Four songs have been released from Just In Time, featuring two-time Tony Award nominee and Grammy Award nominee Jeremy Jordan (Newsies) as Bobby Darin and Isa Briones (“The Pitt”) as Connie Francis.
Listen: CHESS Cast Album Drops With Lea Michele, Aaron Tveit and Nicholas Christopher
by Michael Major - Apr 10, 2026
Get a first listen to the CHESS (2025 Broadway Cast Recording), now available on digital and streaming formats. The album features Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele, Nicholas Christopher, Hannah Cruz, Bryce Pinkham, Bradley Dean, Sean Allan Krill, and more.
by Michael Major - Apr 10, 2026
Get a first listen to the CHESS (2025 Broadway Cast Recording), now available on digital and streaming formats. The album features Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele, Nicholas Christopher, Hannah Cruz, Bryce Pinkham, Bradley Dean, Sean Allan Krill, and more.
Listen: Aaron Tveit Sings 'Pity the Child' on the CHESS Cast Recording
by Michael Major - Apr 7, 2026
Get a first listen to Aaron Tveit singing 'Pity the Child' from the upcoming Chess cast recording. The new track follows Lea Michele's 'Nobody's Side,' which was released last month. Nicholas Christopher's 'Anthem' was made available last week.
by Michael Major - Apr 7, 2026
Get a first listen to Aaron Tveit singing 'Pity the Child' from the upcoming Chess cast recording. The new track follows Lea Michele's 'Nobody's Side,' which was released last month. Nicholas Christopher's 'Anthem' was made available last week.
Aaron Tveit's 'Pity the Child' From CHESS Cast Recording to Be Released Tonight
by Michael Major - Apr 6, 2026
Aaron Tveit's 'Pity the Child' from the Chess cast recording will be released tonight at midnight. The new single comes ahead of the full cast recording's release this Firday, April 10. The album will be released on CD and vinyl later this year.
by Michael Major - Apr 6, 2026
Aaron Tveit's 'Pity the Child' from the Chess cast recording will be released tonight at midnight. The new single comes ahead of the full cast recording's release this Firday, April 10. The album will be released on CD and vinyl later this year.
CHESS Will Release Cast Recording Next Week; Listen to 'Anthem' Now
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2026
The 2025 Broadway Cast Recording of CHESS will be released in digital and streaming formats on Friday, April 10. Learn more about how to pre-save or or pre-order the album here.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2026
The 2025 Broadway Cast Recording of CHESS will be released in digital and streaming formats on Friday, April 10. Learn more about how to pre-save or or pre-order the album here.
Listen: CHESS Star Lea Michele Sings 'Nobody's Side' for New Broadway Cast Recording
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2026
Ghostlight Records has released “Nobody’s Side” from the 2025 Broadway cast recording of CHESS. The production stars Lea Michele and Aaron Tveit at the Imperial Theatre. The full album will be released this spring.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2026
Ghostlight Records has released “Nobody’s Side” from the 2025 Broadway cast recording of CHESS. The production stars Lea Michele and Aaron Tveit at the Imperial Theatre. The full album will be released this spring.
Video: Bernadette Peters Dances With Jonathan Groff at JUST IN TIME
by Michael Major - Mar 18, 2026
Bernadette Peters joined Jonathan Groff at Just In Time on Broadway for a special moment recently. As she took in a performance of the Bobby Darin musical at Circle in the Square, Groff danced with her. Watch the video!
by Michael Major - Mar 18, 2026
Bernadette Peters joined Jonathan Groff at Just In Time on Broadway for a special moment recently. As she took in a performance of the Bobby Darin musical at Circle in the Square, Groff danced with her. Watch the video!
THE PITT's Isa Briones Will Join JUST IN TIME on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2026
The Pitt star Isa Briones will join the cast of Just in Time on Broadway as Connie Francis beginning Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at Circle in the Square Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2026
The Pitt star Isa Briones will join the cast of Just in Time on Broadway as Connie Francis beginning Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at Circle in the Square Theatre.
Video: NYC Public School Students Sing 'Beyond the Sea' For Jonathan Groff
by Michael Major - Feb 26, 2026
Students from New York City Public Schools serenaded Just In Time star Jonathan Groff with a rendition of Bobby Darin's 'Beyond the Sea.' Watch a video of their performance at Circle in the Square!
by Michael Major - Feb 26, 2026
Students from New York City Public Schools serenaded Just In Time star Jonathan Groff with a rendition of Bobby Darin's 'Beyond the Sea.' Watch a video of their performance at Circle in the Square!
Matthew Morrison Will Return to Broadway in JUST IN TIME
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026
Screen Actors Guild Award winner and Tony Award, Emmy Award and Golden Globe Award nominee Matthew Morrison will star as Bobby Darin in the Broadway musical JUST IN TIME.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026
Screen Actors Guild Award winner and Tony Award, Emmy Award and Golden Globe Award nominee Matthew Morrison will star as Bobby Darin in the Broadway musical JUST IN TIME.
CHESS Is Getting a New Broadway Cast Recording
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 22, 2026
xProducers Tom Hulce, Robert Ahrens and The Shubert Organization along with Creative Partners Productions have just announced that Chess will record a Broadway cast album on Monday, January 26, 2026. A release date will be announced shortly.
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 22, 2026
xProducers Tom Hulce, Robert Ahrens and The Shubert Organization along with Creative Partners Productions have just announced that Chess will record a Broadway cast album on Monday, January 26, 2026. A release date will be announced shortly.
Jeremy Jordan Will Take Over as 'Bobby Darin' in JUST IN TIME
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 22, 2026
Two-time Tony Award nominee and Grammy Award nominee Jeremy Jordan will star as Bobby Darin in the record-breaking, award-winning and Grammy Award-nominated smash hit musical JUST IN TIME.
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 22, 2026
Two-time Tony Award nominee and Grammy Award nominee Jeremy Jordan will star as Bobby Darin in the record-breaking, award-winning and Grammy Award-nominated smash hit musical JUST IN TIME.
JUST IN TIME Will Launch North American Tour in 2027
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2025
Just In Time, the 2025 Tony and Grammy Award nominated new musical about the great American entertainer Bobby Darin, will launch a North American Tour in June 2027. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2025
Just In Time, the 2025 Tony and Grammy Award nominated new musical about the great American entertainer Bobby Darin, will launch a North American Tour in June 2027. Learn more here!
Photos: Nederlander Executive Vice President Nick Scandalios Receive's Portrait at Sardi's
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 25, 2025
Nick Scandalios, the Executive Vice President of the Nederlander Organization, recently received a coveted portrait at Sardi's, with an unveiling for the piece taking place on November 21. Check out photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 25, 2025
Nick Scandalios, the Executive Vice President of the Nederlander Organization, recently received a coveted portrait at Sardi's, with an unveiling for the piece taking place on November 21. Check out photos here!
Jonathan Groff To Depart JUST IN TIME In March 2026; New Block of Tickets On Sale
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 20, 2025
Tony Award winner Jonathan Groff will play his final performance in Just in Time on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at Circle in the Square Theatre. A new block of tickets is now available through March 29.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 20, 2025
Tony Award winner Jonathan Groff will play his final performance in Just in Time on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at Circle in the Square Theatre. A new block of tickets is now available through March 29.
Video: CHESS Cast Takes Their First Bows on Broadway
by Michael Major - Oct 16, 2025
Chess has officially returned to Broadway! Watch a video of their curtain call from their first preview, featuring Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele, and Nicholas Christopher.
by Michael Major - Oct 16, 2025
Chess has officially returned to Broadway! Watch a video of their curtain call from their first preview, featuring Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele, and Nicholas Christopher.
CHESS Rush Tickets: How to Get $49 Seats!
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 15, 2025
Discover how to get rush tickets for CHESS in 2026! Learn about the digital lottery and in-person options for affordable seats.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 15, 2025
Discover how to get rush tickets for CHESS in 2026! Learn about the digital lottery and in-person options for affordable seats.
CHESS Will Give Away Signed Window Cards to First 50 Patrons to Buy Tickets at the Box Office
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2025
The first 50 patrons to purchase tickets to CHESS at the Imperial Theatre on Monday, September 22 will receive a commemorative limited edition window card signed by stars Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele, and Nicholas Christopher.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2025
The first 50 patrons to purchase tickets to CHESS at the Imperial Theatre on Monday, September 22 will receive a commemorative limited edition window card signed by stars Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele, and Nicholas Christopher.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Robert Ahrens been nominated for?
Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Evita, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Evita and Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Xanadu.
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