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BIO

Broadway: Sweet Charity (Tony nom.), Aida, The Who's Tommy (Tony, Drama Desk, Astaire awards), How to Succeed... (Tony nom.), Dream: The Johnny Mercer Musical (director/choreographer; Tony nom., Best Choreography), Jerry's Girls, Baby (Tony nom.). West End: The Who's Tommy (Olivier nom.). Other credits: Off-Broadway's A Hot Minute and Angry Housewives, national tour of Spirit, ...Forum at La Jolla (San Diego Drama Critics and Drama-Logue awards). Performer credits: A Chorus Line (Mike, original cast), The Act, Seesaw, Perfectly Frank, Irene, Big Deal, Rachel Lily Rosenblum and Dancin' (Tony nom.). He has done musical staging for Liza Minnelli, Barry Manilow, Chita Rivera, Billy Joel, Donna Summer and Pete Townshend.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1986
1st Narrator

First Narrator

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1980
Performer

[Broadway]
1979
American Dance Machine performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1978
Performer

Singer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1977
Boy

One of The Boys

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1975
Mike Costa

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1975
Mike Costa

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1973
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1973
Citizen of New York

Productions

 
[Broadway, 2023]
Musical Staging
Director[Replacement]
 
[West End, 2021]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 2012]
Musical Staging Director
 
[US Tour, 2009]
Choreographer
 
[Los Angeles, 2007]
Choreographer
 
[US Tour, 2006]
Choreographer
 
[Chicago, 2005]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Choreographer
 
[US Tour, 2005]
Choreographer
 
[Regional (US), 2004]
Director/Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Choreographer
 
[San Francisco (Regional), 2003]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2002]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2000]
Choreographer
 
[US Tour, 2000]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Director/Choreographer
Choreographer
Director
 
[West End, 1996]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1993]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1986]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Off-Broadway, 1986]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1985]
Choreographer
 
[US Tour, 1985]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1983]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1979]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1979]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1977]
Dance Captain

Writing

Conceiver

Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Choreography

Wayne Cilento, Sweet Charity

Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Choreography

Wayne Cilento, Sweet Charity

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Choreography

Wayne Cilento, Wicked

Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Choreography

Wayne Cilento, Wicked

Olivier Awards - 1997 - Best Theatre Choreographer

Wayne Cilento, Tommy

Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Choreography

Wayne Cilento, Dream

Tony Awards - 1995 - Best Choreography

Wayne Cilento, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying

Drama Desk Awards - 1993 - Outstanding Choreography

Wayne Cilento, The Who's Tommy


winner
Tony Awards - 1993 - Best Choreography

Wayne Cilento, The Who's Tommy

Tony Awards - 1984 - Best Choreography

Wayne Cilento, Baby

Tony Awards - 1978 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical

Wayne Cilento, Dancin'

Videos

News


What Broadway Shows Are On Tour Across North America in 2025? - A Complete Guide
by Joshua Wright - Jan 27, 2025

Looking for a show to see in a city near you? Check out our guide of current and upcoming Broadway tours, and learn about each production as they make their way across the United States and Canada on their North American routes, including musicals and plays.
Video: WICKED's New Elphaba Lencia Kebede Sings 'Defying Gravity' Before Historic Broadway Run
by Michael Major - Jan 24, 2025

Watch Wicked's next Elphaba, Lencia Kebede, sing 'Defying Gravity' in an emotional video. On March 4, 2025 she will make history as the first Black actress to assume the role of Elphaba full time in the Broadway company.
Winter Park Playhouse Announces Their New 2025/2026 Series of Professional Musicals
by Joshua Wright - Jan 22, 2025

The Winter Park Playhouse, Central Florida's professional musical theatre, announces their 2025-2026 Mainstage Series of Musicals! This new line up of productions includes a variety of Off-Broadway hits and regional premieres for the Central Florida area and marks the 23rd season for the beloved theatre. 
Emma Kingston and Zizi Strallen Will Join West End Cast of WICKED
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2025

WICKED has announced its full new London cast who are set to begin performances at London's Apollo Victoria Theatre in March. Learn more about the full cast here!
WICKED Tour Cancels January 10th Performance Due To Los Angeles Wildfires
by Joshua Wright - Jan 10, 2025

Tonight's performance of WICKED (January 10th, 2025 at 8:00 PM) in Los Angeles at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre has been cancelled due to extreme winds and fire conditions. 
WICKED Tour Cancels January 9th Performance Due To Los Angeles Wildfires
by Joshua Wright - Jan 9, 2025

Tonight's performance of WICKED (January 9th, 2025 at 7:30 PM) in Los Angeles at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre has been cancelled due to extreme winds and fire conditions. 
WICKED Tour Cancels January 8th Performance Due To Los Angeles Wildfires
by Joshua Wright - Jan 8, 2025

Tonight's performance of WICKED (on January 8th, 2025) in Los Angeles at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre has been cancelled due to extreme winds and fire conditions.
WICKED North American Tour Celebrates 6000th Performance
by Stephi Wild - Dec 23, 2024

The North American Tour of WICKED played its 6,000th performance on Sunday, December 22nd at 1pm.  Check out a photo here!
WICKED Returns to the Eccles Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 3, 2024

Wicked will return to the Eccles Theater in April. Tickets for the return engagement go on sale Friday, December 6 at 10 a.m. Learn more about the show here!
WICKED to Return to Los Angeles at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2024

WICKED, will return to Los Angeles at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre for a limited nine-week run across the 2024 holiday season. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
10 Facts The Only WICKED Super-Fans Know
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Nov 22, 2024

With everyone hyped for the premiere of the movie Wicked this month, I have been receiving a bunch of Wicked questions. I thought it might be fun to share a few fun facts about former stars of Wicked!
WICKED Celebrates 7000 Performances in the West End and Extends Booking
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2024

WICKED will tonight play its 7000th performance at the Apollo Victoria Theatre London, where it continues as the 10th longest-running West End production in history. Plus booking has extended
WICKED to Hold Open Calls For Singers and Dancers in Las Vegas This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 2, 2024

The Broadway and National Tour productions of Wicked will hold open calls for singers and dancers on November 14th and 15th.
Cast Set For WICKED in Perth
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2024

As WICKED celebrates its 21st anniversary of the Broadway opening on Wednesday 30 October with National WICKED Day, an extra final week of performances up until 2 February 2025 has been released for the Perth season due to huge demand.
Video: Mary Kate Morrissey and Alexandra Socha Celebrate 21 Years of WICKED on GMA
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 27, 2024

Watch WICKED on Broadway stars Alexandra Socha and Mary Kate Morrissey discuss the show's 21st anniversary on Good Morning America in the video here!
Tickets on Sale For WICKED in San Diego
by Stephi Wild - Oct 18, 2024

WICKED, San Diego’s most popular musical, will return to San Diego. This exclusive four-week return engagement at the San Diego Civic Theatre begins Wednesday, February 5, 2025 and plays through Sunday, March 2, 2025.
Video: Go Inside Broadway's WICKED Costumes With Susan Hilferty
by Michael Major - Oct 17, 2024

Ahead of Wicked's 21st anniversary on Broadway, go behind the musical's iconic costumes with designer Susan Hilferty. The Tony-winner took WWD behind-the-scenes to explain the concepts behind her costume designs for Wicked. Watch the video now!
Video: Donna McKechnie Reacts to WICKED Cast Tribute: 'What a Gift'
by Michael Major - Oct 15, 2024

Last week, the cast of Wicked honored their Madame Morrible, Broadway legend Donna McKechnie, with a special performance of her iconic routines from A Chorus Line, Sweet Charity, and Promises, Promises. After the video was released, Wicked dance captain Cajai Kennedy showed the tribute to McKechnie, who had an emotional response.
Video: WICKED Cast Honors Donna McKechnie With A CHORUS LINE Performance & More
by Michael Major - Oct 10, 2024

Wicked on Broadway honored their Madame Morrible, broadway legend Donna McKechnie, with a special performance video. The cast of Wicked took to social media to share a performance of 'Music and the Mirror' from A Chorus Line, 'Turkey Lurkey Time' from Promises, Promises, and 'There's Gotta Be Something Better Than This' from Sweet Charity.
Video: WICKED Cast Sing 'As Long As You're Mine' & 'I'm Not That Girl' Mashup
by Michael Major - Oct 8, 2024

Jordan Litz and his Wicked co-stars have returned with another installment of the Swankified Stairwell Sessions. The current Fiyero actor was joined by the Broadway production's Elphaba, Mary Kate Morrissey, and Glinda, Allie Trimm, for a new mashup of 'As Long As You’re Mine' and 'I’m Not That Girl.' Watch the video!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Wayne Cilento been in?

Wayne Cilento has appeared on Broadway in 8 shows.

How many West End shows has Wayne Cilento been in?

Wayne Cilento has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Wayne Cilento been nominated for?

Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Sweet Charity, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Sweet Charity, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Wicked , Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Wicked, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Tommy , Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Dream, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for The Who's Tommy, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for The Who's Tommy, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Baby and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Dancin'.

What awards has Wayne Cilento won?

Wayne Cilento has won the Tony Award for Best Choreography for his work on The Who's Tommy.

How many shows has Wayne Cilento written?

Wayne Cilento has written 1 shows including Jerry's Girls (Conceiver).

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