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Sammi Cannold is a director who is one of Forbes Magazine's 30 Under 30 in Hollywood & Entertainment, class of 2019. Recent theater credits include Evita (New York City Center), Endlings (New York Theatre Workshop, A.R.T.), Ragtime on Ellis Island, Violet on a moving bus (A.R.T.), and Allegory (La Jolla Playhouse WOW). Upcoming projects include Carmen (Lincoln Center w. MasterVoices), a documentary film, and a feature film. Associate director credits include the Broadway production of Natasha, Pierre... (dir. Rachel Chavkin). Sammi has also served as an Artistic Fellow at the A.R.T., a member of Cirque du Soleil's Creative Cognoscenti, and a Sundance Institute Fellow and developed work with Playwrights Realm, The Eugene O'Neill Theater Center, New York Stage and Film, Cirque du Soleil, and Nickelodeon. She holds a B.A. from Stanford University and an M.A. from Harvard University.

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[Broadway, 2023]
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[Off-Broadway, 2020]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2016]
Assistant Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Director, Producer

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Abigail Barlow, Frankie Rodriguez & More to Lead RENT in Concert at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2025

Measure your life in love with the iconic music of RENT in Concert.  Segerstrom Center for the Arts will present this new symphonic experience of the Tony Award-winning Best Musical in March. Learn how to purchase tickets.
A History of EVITA and the Women Who Have Played Eva Perón
by Stephi Wild - Feb 2, 2025

With the Jamie Lloyd production of Evita in the works, we're revisiting some of the most iconic Evas to grace the stage and screen, from Elaine Paige to Patti LuPone, most recently Auli'i Cravalho, and of course, Madonna.
Submissions Open for Theatre Aspen's Sixth Annual SOLO FLIGHTS Festival
by Joshua Wright - Jan 27, 2025

Theatre Aspen is now accepting submissions through Friday, April 11 for the organization's sixth annual one-person show festival, Solo Flights, to be held from September 2-9, 2025, at Theatre Aspen's Hurst Theatre.
Sammi Cannold Will Direct RENT IN CONCERT at the Lied Center
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2025

RENT in Concert, directed by Broadway’s Sammi Cannold and conducted by Sarah Hicks, is a full symphonic concert evening performed with live vocalists and Lincoln’s Symphony Orchestra.
Liz Callaway And More To Lead Developmental Readings of New Musical MARATHON
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 27, 2024

Marathon, a new musical featuring a book & lyrics by Kara Cutruzzula, music by Kristoffer Bjarke, and direction by Tyrone L. Robinson will receive two private industry readings.
RENT IN CONCERT Announced At The Lied Center
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 19, 2024

Tony nominees and Broadway veterans join emerging Nebraska talent for RENT in Concert at the Lied Center.
Broadway on Bluesky: A Guide to the Growing Social Media Platform
by Michael Major - Nov 18, 2024

As social media users flock to Bluesky for a Twitter/X alternative, find out more about how you can create a perfectly Broadway-themed algorithm. Find out how to create an account, which Broadway stars to follow on Bluesky, and more!
FROM KABUL WITH LOVE & More Receive Theatre Aspen 2024 Solo Flights Project Advancement Fund Grant
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2024

Theatre Aspen has revealed two grant recipients of the 2024 Solo Flights Project Advancement Fund. Learn more about the Fund and about the projects.
JOB Announces Additional Post-Show Conversation Series Hosts And Events
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2024

Discover the latest additions to the post-show conversation series for JOB, featuring new hosts and events. Engage with thought-provoking discussions following the performances.
Photos: Stars Turn Out for Gingold Group's 2024 Golden Shamrock Gala
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Sep 25, 2024

See photos from inside the Gingold Theatrical Group 2024 Golden Shamrock Gala. The evening honored Broadway composing team Lynn Ahrens & Stephen Flaherty with the Golden Shamrock Award for their tireless work as supporters of human rights and their artistic excellence in musical theater writing.
Theatre Aspen to Present Six New Works at SOLO FLIGHTS FESTIVAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2024

Theatre Aspen revealed the six newworks selected for the fifth annual Solo Flights Festival. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Eric Anthony Lopez To Join Atlantic Wind Symphony's American AirPower Museum Band for Performance
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2024

Eric Anthony Lopez, known for his roles in THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA and EVITA, will perform with the Atlantic Wind Symphony’s American AirPower Museum Band at The Argyle Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Len Cariou, Anthony Rapp And More Announced for Theatre Aspen SOLO FLIGHTS Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 15, 2024

THEATRE ASPEN has announced the lineup for its fifth annual SOLO FLIGHTS festival, featuring a diverse range of solo performances. The festival continues to celebrate and showcase individual storytelling talent.
Single Tickets for the Lied Center's 2024-2025 Season On Sale Next Week
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 9, 2024

Tickets for BEETLEJUICE, RENT, Itzhak Perlman, Neil deGrasse Tyson, and more go on sale August 13 at the Lied Center. Don't miss these exciting performances and events.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 6, 2024
by - Aug 6, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 6, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Sammi Cannold & Safi Rauf Tie the Knot
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 5, 2024

Director Sammi Cannold and humanitarian Safi Rauf have tied the knot. Learn more here.
Cast Announced For RENT In Concert At The Rady Shell At Jacobs Park
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2024

The San Diego Symphony has announced casting for the upcoming production of RENT in Concert at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park on August 2, 2024 at 7:30 PM.
Sammi Cannold to Direct Developmental Reading of OY BAND
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2024

Drama Desk Award winner Sammi Cannold (How to Dance in Ohio) will direct a private, developmental reading of OY BAND. Learn more about the show.
Photos: Backstage with the Drama Desk Awards Winners
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jun 11, 2024

Check out photos from backstage with the winners of the 2024 Drama Desk Awards!
2024 Drama Desk Awards Winners- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 10, 2024

The best of Broadway and off-Broadway came together for the 68th Annual Drama Desk Awards, which were held at The Skirball Center for the Performing Arts.

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