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Taven Blanke

Birth Place: Newport Beach

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Taven Blanke is a dancer, singer, and actor currently based in Orange County, CA. He has been performing in musicals since the age of 8. Since then, he has been fortunate to play many roles including his equity debut in Billy Elliot playing the role of Billy at the Goodspeed Opera House. Prior to the shutdown, Taven was set to make his Broadway debut in 2020 in The Music Man. Some of Taven’s other roles include; Race (Newsies - Musical Theater West), Cosmo Brown (Singin’ in the Rain - Academy for the Performing Arts), Mike Costa (A Chorus Line - Academy for the Performing Arts), and Dickon (The Secret Garden - Academy for the Performing Arts). Taven has won several awards including; Broadway World Best Actor in an Equity Musical (Billy - Billy Elliot - Goodspeed Opera House), Best Male Dancer - 2024 Macy Awards, Best Male Dancer - 2023 & 2024 JRay Awards for Youth, and Outstanding Vocalist - Music in the Park.

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Review: Musical Theatre West Stages Exuberant Production of Disney's NEWSIES

Filled with high-energy singing and dancing that explodes out of an inspirational story based on real events, MTW's new production of this Disney stage musical is a guaranteed fun time, thanks to a terrific ensemble, and memorable music from Alan Menken and Jack Feldman. The show continues at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center thru July 28, 2024.
Cast Set For NEWSIES at Musical Theatre West

Southern California’s premier theatre company, Musical Theatre West has announced the cast and crew for the upcoming Tony Award-Winning Disney musical, Newsies.
Step In Time! Introducing The Merry Cast Of Disney & Cameron Mackintosh's MARY POPPINS At Orange County's Rose Center Theater

Experience the magic of Disney & Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins at Orange County's Rose Center Theater. Join the enchanting cast on a whimsical journey filled with joy, music, and wonder this festive season. Get your tickets now and step in time with Mary Poppins!
Cast Announced For MARY POPPINS At Orange County's Rose Center Theater

Are you ready to embark on a journey filled with wonder and enchantment? Look no further than Orange County's Rose Center Theater, where the beloved Broadway classic, Disney & Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins, will come alive on stage.
Orange County's Rose Center Theater Unveils Star-Studded Cast For Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID

Get ready to dive into the enchanting world of Disney's The Little Mermaid at the Rose Center Theater in Orange County!
Cast And Creative Team Announced For Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID At The Rose Center Theater

Are you a fan of Disney's classic animated film, The Little Mermaid? If so, you won't want to miss the upcoming production at the Rose Center Theater in Orange County. Renowned director and musical director Tim Nelson will be leading a talented creative team of choreographers Diane Makas, Jennifer Matthews, and production designer Chris Caputo, to bring the beloved story to life on stage from February 18th to March 5th.
Cast Announced For Original Musical BRIGHT BLUE SKY At The Rose Center Theater

Casting has been announced for the Rose Center Theater's upcoming musical Bright Blue Sky. A new dramatic musical by Emmy nominated Producer Vincent Aniceto (book & lyrics) and Managing & Artistic Director, Tim Nelson (music).
Cast Announced For The Rose Center Theater's Toe-Tapping Summer Musical 42ND STREET

Announcing the cast for the Rose Center Theater's upcoming musical 42nd Street. Broadway's Tony award-winning, glitzy, show-stopping musical, celebrating the magic of show business!
ICYMI: Broadway's Smallest Stars Sound Off on Life Since the Shutdown in Kids Town Hall

When Broadway officially shut down on March 12, Broadway artists were left without work for an astounding period of what will end up being at least 14 months. Casts who were in rehearsals stopped completely; shows that were set to open months ago never saw an audience; and many who were due to make their Broadway debuts are still waiting- hoping for good news in the coming months.
Virtual Theatre Today: Thursday, November 19- with Luba Mason, Andrew Barth Feldman and More!

Today (November 19) in live streaming: Luba Mason visits Backstage Live, Andrew Barth Feldman guests on Ten Minute Tidbits, and so much more!
VIDEO: Watch a Broadway Kids Town Hall with Nancy Carson, Baayork Lee and Moderator Richard Jay-Alexander

On November 19 thousands tuned in as BroadwayWorld opened dialogues that aren't being seen or talked about anywhere else. With the process of opening up the country moving slowly and unassuredly, our theatre and performing arts community can only be hopeful as information slowly comes our way.
BroadwayWorld Will Debut Town Hall with Legendary Kids Agent Nancy Carson & Broadway's Baayork Lee; Moderated By Richard Jay-Alexander

On Thursday, November 19, 2020, at 3pm ET, BroadwayWorld will be opening dialogues that aren't being seen or talked about anywhere else. With the process of OPENING UP the country going slowly and unassuredly, our theatre and performing arts community can only be hopeful as information slowly comes our way.
The Rose Center Theater Brings You TOGETHER AGAIN

On Saturday August 29 at 7:30pm PDT, they are re-releasing an enhanced version of the virtual music revue. Still featuring your favorite Rose Center Theater performers, but now with never before seen musical numbers and footage!
Rose Center Theater Presents TOGETHER A Virtual Revue

Join Rose Center Theater for TOGETHER, a virtual revue celebrating the power of music. Featuring songs from original TNT Musicals performed by your favorite Rose Center cast members from L.A. to Broadway!
The Rose Center Theater and RCT Musical Theater Productions Present Virtual Musical Revue

The Rose Center Theater - led by Artistic and Managing Director Tim Nelson - and RCT Musical Theater Productions is excited to present to TOGETHER a Virtual Musical Revue, celebrating the power of music.
VIDEO: Alex Newell, Kara Lindsay, Isabelle McCalla, and More Perform 'The New World' From SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD

A group of stars have performed a new virtual cover of The New World from Jason Robert Brown's Songs For a New World.
VIDEO: Flashback To HELLO, DOLLY! and BILLY ELLIOT at Goodspeed Musicals

The staff of Goodspeed Musicals are picking some of their favorite moments from past productions!
Winners Announced For 2019 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; Goodspeed, HAMILTON & More!

Following a record number of nominations and votes, winners have been announced for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards, brought to you by TodayTix!! The nominees were set, audiences voted, and now we get to recognize local theatres and performers for their outstanding achievement!
Final Week To Vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards

There's just one final week to submit votes for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Vote today to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!
December 19th Update: BILLY ELLIOT - Goodspeed Musicals Leads Best Musical Category in the BWW Connecticut Awards Voting

We're heading into the final week of voting for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Vote today to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!

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