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BIO

A Michigan native, Ryan returns to the Broadway stage in Bandstand after finishing the run of Something Rotten! as an original cast member. He previously appeared in the Broadway revival of Annie. Ryan has had the privilege of stretching his abilities between stage and screen. He has appeared with numerous symphony orchestras including the Chicago Symphony, Pittsburgh Symphony and Milwaukee Symphony Orchestras. In 2009 Ryan performed Morton Gould's Tap Dance Concerto with Albany Symphony (NY) and then again internationally in 2012 with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra. He is currently the only dancer performing the original choreography by legendary Broadway and Hollywood choreographer/dancer Danny Daniels. In 2016 Ryan appeared in a feature film, the Coen Brothers' Hail Caesar! Sharing the screen with Channing Tatum. Ryan is a graduate from NYU, with a BFA in Theatre from CAP21.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
MCC Theater Off-Broadway Production, 2022
Henri

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
Ensemble

Ensemble [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2017
Ensemble

Johnny Simpson (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
Ensemble

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2012
Assistant Dog Catcher


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Video: Broadway Cast of MJ THE MUSICAL Performs 'Beat It'

The Broadway cast of MJ the Musical stopped by The Kelly Clarkson Show on Wednesday to perform the classic song 'Beat It' from the show. Watch it now!
Performers Announced For A TECTONIC CABARET In October

Tectonic Theater Project's annual gala A Tectonic Cabaret will take place at Current (Pier 59 Chelsea Piers) starting with a 6:30 PM cocktail hour and performances beginning at 7:30 PM.
Photo: Mariah Carey Visits MJ on Broadway

Check out a photo of Mariah Carey visiting MJ on Broadway! Learn more about her visit to the show and see her with the cast.
MJ Celebrates 1000th Performance on Broadway and Releases New Block Of Tickets

MJ the Musical is celebrating 1,000 performances on Broadway. In celebration of the milestone, the production has released a new block of tickets, now on sale for performances through April 27, 2025.
The Indie Collaborative Will Bring an All Holiday Show to the Green Room 42

THE INDIE COLLABORATIVE returns to New York City on Monday night, December 4 to celebrate the holiday season in grand musical style at one of New York's most exciting nightclubs, The Green Room 42. A cast of award-winning artists from the Classical, Broadway, American Roots, Jazz, and Global Music worlds will take the stage to honor Hanukkah, Christmas, Diwali, Kwanzaa, and the Winter Solstice in song and dance, beginning at 7 PM.
Photos: MJ Casts Meet Ahead of the Launch of National Tour

Just last week, the Broadway and National Tour casts of MJ gathered for a special send off celebration at the Civilian Hotel. The musical will soon launch its First National Tour at Broadway In Chicago’s James M. Nederlander Theatre from August 1 – September 2, 2023.  Check out photos from inside the festivities here!
Photographer Mark Mann to Bring Dancers off the Pages of his Latest Book and Onto the Joyce Stage

 World-renowned celebrity portrait photographer Mark Mann is celebrating the release of his new coffee table book Movement at the Still Point: An Ode to Dance with a one night only star-studded evening of dance at the Joyce Theater, Monday, April 10, 2023.
Review Roundup: New Musical ONLY GOLD Opens At MCC Theater

The World Premiere of Only Gold, a new musical with music and lyrics by platinum recording artist and BRIT Award winner Kate Nash ('GLOW') and a book by Tony Award® winner Andy Blankenbuehler (Hamilton) and Ted Malawer (Everything Beautiful Happens at Night) is now open at MCC Theater. See photos from opening night here!
Photos: On the Red Carpet of ONLY GOLD Opening Night at MCC Theater

The World Premiere of Only Gold, a new musical with music and lyrics by platinum recording artist and BRIT Award winner Kate Nash ('GLOW') and a book by Tony Award® winner Andy Blankenbuehler (Hamilton) and Ted Malawer (Everything Beautiful Happens at Night) is now open at MCC Theater. See photos from opening night here!
Photos: First Look at Kate Nash, Andy Blankenbuehler & Ted Malawer's ONLY GOLD at MCC Theater

The World Premiere of Only Gold, now in previews at MCC Theater, will open on Monday November 7 for a limited run through November 27, 2022. Only Gold is a new musical with music and lyrics by platinum recording artist Kate Nash and a book by Tony Award winner Andy Blankenbuehler and Ted Malawer at MCC Theater. See photos here!
Tickets On Sale Now for the World Premiere of ONLY GOLD at MCC Theater

General tickets are now on sale for the World Premiere of Only Gold, a new musical with music and lyrics by platinum recording artist and BRIT Award winner Kate Nash (“GLOW”) and a book by Tony Award® winner Andy Blankenbuehler (Hamilton) and Ted Malawer (Everything Beautiful Happens at Night) at MCC Theater.
Gaby Diaz, Terrence Mann, Karine Plantadit, and More Join Kate Nash in ONLY GOLD at MCC Theater This October

​​​​​​​MCC Theater has announced the complete casting for the World Premiere of Only Gold, a new musical with music and lyrics by platinum recording artist and BRIT Award winner Kate Nash (“GLOW”) and a book by Tony Award winner Andy Blankenbuehler (Hamilton) and Ted Malawer (Everything Beautiful Happens at Night).
Photos: See Ramin Karimloo, Julianne-Hough, Ariana DeBose & More in BROADWAY BARES: XXX Behind the Scenes Portraits

The modern-day burlesque spectacular Broadway Bares: XXX is back! Get a look at behind-the-scenes photos of Ramin Karimlook, Julianne Hough, and more here!
VIDEO: BROADWAY BARES: XXX 30th Anniversary Performance Raises $1,893,715

The 30th anniversary of Broadway Bares filled New York City's Hammerstein Ballroom on June 26, 2022, with an abundance of “community, unity and nudity” as the venerable modern-day burlesque spectacular wrapped up Pride Sunday with a raucous return to in-person performances after a pandemic-induced three-year hiatus. Watch a video of highlights!
Photos: Go Inside MJ's Opening Night Curtain Call

The curtain was raised last night for the opening night of one of the most anticipated musicals in recent Broadway history: MJ. The cast, including 12 Broadway debuts, took their first opening night bows at the Neil Simon Theatre. Newcomer Myles Frost, of Washington, D.C., made his Broadway debut as Michael Jackson and received multiple standing ovations. Check out photos from the curtain call below!
Photos: MJ THE MUSICAL Cast and Creatives Walk the Red Carpet on Opening Night

MJ features a book by two-time Pulitzer Prize® winner Lynn Nottage and a score made up of some of the best-loved, top-selling songs in recording history. Tony Award winner Christopher Wheeldon directs and choreographs.
Meet the Cast of MJ THE MUSICAL

Inspired by the life and art of Michael Jackson, learn more about the cast bringing this new musical to the stage!
MJ THE MUSICAL Announces Nationwide Search For Actor To Play 'Young Michael Jackson'

In MJ, “Young Michael” appears at age 10 and should have an unchanged singing voice. Performers may be older or younger to audition, as long as they are still able to sing in Young Michael's range.
Rich + Tone Talauega Join MJ THE MUSICAL Creative Team, Focusing on Michael Jackson Movement

MJ Director and Tony Award-winning Choreographer Christopher Wheeldon is introducing a unique part of his creative team – Rich + Tone Talauega, who will focus particularly on Michael Jackson movement.
MJ Announces Complete Casting; Quentin Earl Darrington, Whitney Bashor, Antoine L. Smith, and More!

The production kicks off performances this December. Learn more about the show and how to purchase tickets here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Ryan VanDenBoom been in?

Ryan VanDenBoom has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has Ryan VanDenBoom been in?

Ryan VanDenBoom has not appeared in the West End.

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