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BIO

Steve received wide critical praise, as both Fight Director and Actor, in the Tony Award-winning Lincoln Center Theatre’s Henry IV directed by Jack O’Brien. Other Broadway: Dracula the Musical (Des McAnuff, director), Twelfth Night, Two Shakespearean Actors (LCT), Anna Christie, The Real Inspector Hound (Roundabout), Getting Away With Murder, The Who’s Tommy. Off-Broadway: The Night Hank Williams Died, Below The Belt. New York audiences last saw Mr. Rankin’s work in the Metropolitan Opera Company’s production of Handel’s Rodelinda starring Rene Fleming.

STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Revival, 2003
Poins

[Off-Broadway]
1989
Sheriff Royce Landon Jr.

Productions

 
[US Tour, 2024] Cancelled
Fight Director
 
[US Tour, 2024]
Fight Director
 
[West End, 2023]
Fight Director
 
[US Tour, 2021]
Fight Director
 
[US Tour, 2021] [Replacement]
Fight Director[Replacement]
 
[Off-Broadway, 2021]
Fight Director
 
[Broadway, 2021]
Fight Director
 
[West End, 2021]
FIGHT DIRECTOR
 
[West End, 2021]
FIGHT DIRECTOR
 
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 2020]
Fight Director
 
[New York, 2019]
Fight Director
 
[Regional (US), 2015]
Fight Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Fight Director
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Fight Director
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Fight Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2009]
Fight Director
 
[Las Vegas, 2008]
Fight Director
 
[West End, 2008]
Fight Director
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Fight Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Fight Director
 
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 2006]
Fight Director
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Fight Director
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Fight Director
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Fight Director
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Fight Director
 
[Broadway, 1996]
Fight Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1996]
Fight Director/Coordinator
 
[Broadway, 1993]
Fight Director
 
[Broadway, 1993]
Fight Director
 
[Broadway, 1992]
Fight Director

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Fight Choreography

Steve Rankin, The Who’s Tommy


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Fight Choreography

Steve Rankin, Carousel

Videos

News


Tickets to AIN'T TOO PROUD at Kravis Center to go on Sale This Week

Single tickets for the Broadway musical AIN'T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS at The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts will go on sale this week. Learn more!
Tickets on Sale Today For AIN'T TOO PROUD in South Bend

Single tickets for the smash hit musical AIN’T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS in South Bend will go on sale to the public today. Learn more here!
AIN'T TOO PROUD Tickets On Sale Now At Popejoy Hall

Tickets for AIN'T TOO PROUD at Popejoy Hall are now available. Discover the story of The Temptations through this acclaimed musical, featuring their iconic hits and dynamic performances.
AIN’T TOO PROUD â€" THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS Comes to San Francisco in February

BroadwaySF has announced that AIN’T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS will perform a limited engagement at San Francisco's Golden Gate Theatre from Tuesday, February 25 through Sunday, March 2, 2025.
AIN'T TOO PROUD To Make Bass Hall Debut In February

AIN'T TOO PROUD, the Broadway musical about The Temptations, is set to debut at Bass Hall from February 11-16, 2025.
AIN'T TOO PROUD Comes to State Theatre New Jersey

State Theatre New Jersey will present the Broadway musical Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations for five performances on Friday, October 25 at 8pm; Saturday; October 26 at 2pm and 8pm; and Sunday, October 27 at 2pm. Tickets range from $40-$105.
AIN'T TOO PROUD is Now Playing at the CIBC Theatre in Chicago

Broadway In Chicago is presenting the return of the Broadway smash hit musical AIN’T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, currently playing a one week engagement. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Full Cast Set For AIN'T TOO PROUD Second National Tour

The complete cast has been announced for the Second National Tour of AIN’T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS. Learn more about the cast here!
2024 Drama Desk Awards Winners- The Full List

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.
Norm Lewis, Myles Frost, and More to Be Honored at NAACP Theatre Awards

The NAACP Theatre Awards has revealed the honorees for the 30th Annual Awards Ceremony, taking place on June 3rd in Los Angeles.
2024 Drama Desk Awards Nominations- The Full List!

Nominations for the 2024 Drama Desk Awards have just been. Check out the full list of nominees here for Broadway, Off-Broadway, and Off-Off Broadway during the 2023-2024 season!
Interview: Brent Bristow And Noah Hungate of EMERALD CITY COUNCIL

Life is about making connections, and when my daughter told me she wanted me to interview her Band Director Brent Bristow at Arkansas State University Beebe because he started a band named EMERALD CITY COUNCIL and released a new album entitled MOTION CARRIES, I was intrigued.
Philly Premiere of AIN'T TOO PROUD â€" THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS Comes to Kimmel Cultural Campus

The Kimmel Cultural Campus and The Shubert Organization will present the first national tour of Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of the Temptations for the first time in Philadelphia. The Broadway smash hit musical will play at the Campus' Academy of Music January 3 - 21 as part of the 2023-24 Broadway series.
AIN'T TOO PROUD First National Tour Begins Performances At Segerstrom Center For The Arts October 17

AIN'T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS First National Tour comes to Segerstrom Hall for two weeks, from October 17-29, 2023.
AIN'T TOO PROUD â€" THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS Returns to Toronto This December

AIN’T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS will return to Toronto this December! Learn more about the musical and find out how to get tickets here.
AIN'T TOO PROUD Comes to San Jose in October

Broadway San Jose has announced that the First National Tour of AIN’T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, the new Broadway smash hit musical, will play San Jose’s Center for the Performing Arts. Learn more about the musical and how to get tickets here!
Full Cast Set For AIN'T TOO PROUD at Segerstrom Center for the Arts

Segerstrom Center for the Performing Arts has announced full casting for the First National Tour of Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of the Temptations, coming to Segerstrom Hall for two weeks, from October 17-29, 2023. Learn more about who is starring in the show here!
AIN'T TOO PROUD Returns To Detroit At The Fisher Theatre in December

Broadway In Detroit has announced the return of AIN'T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, the Broadway smash hit musical will play Detroit's Fisher Theatre December 19 – 23, 2023. Learn more about the musical and how to get tickets here!
Tickets For AIN'T TOO PROUD - THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS at At The Providence Performing Arts Center, August 16

The Providence Performing Arts Center has announced that single tickets for the Broadway smash hit musical AIN'T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS will go on sale on Wednesday, August 16 at 10A.
Tickets For AIN'T TOO PROUD at DPAC Go on Sale This Week

DPAC has announced that the Broadway smash hit musical AIN’T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS will return February 6-11, 2024, as part of WRAL’s Greatest Hits of Broadway. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Steve Rankin been in?

Steve Rankin has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Steve Rankin been in?

Steve Rankin has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Steve Rankin been nominated for?

Outstanding Fight Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for The Who’s Tommy and Outstanding Fight Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Carousel.

What awards has Steve Rankin won?

Steve Rankin has won the Outstanding Fight Choreography award at the Drama Desk Awards for his work on Carousel.

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