Wayne Cilento
Latest News on Wayne Cilento:
Video: WICKED's New Elphaba Lencia Kebede Sings 'Defying Gravity' Before Historic Broadway Run (Jan 24, 2025)
Winter Park Playhouse Announces Their New 2025/2026 Series of Professional Musicals (Jan 22, 2025)
Emma Kingston and Zizi Strallen Will Join West End Cast of WICKED (Jan 16, 2025)
Video: WICKED's New Elphaba Lencia Kebede Sings 'Defying Gravity' Before Historic Broadway Run (Jan 24, 2025)
Winter Park Playhouse Announces Their New 2025/2026 Series of Professional Musicals (Jan 22, 2025)
Emma Kingston and Zizi Strallen Will Join West End Cast of WICKED (Jan 16, 2025)
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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Pedro Garza, Neka Zang, Ida Saki, Kolton Krouse, Afra Hines, Jōvan Dansberry, Krystal Mackie, Karli Dinardo, Yeman Brown, Tony d’Alelio, Director/Choreographer Wayne Cilento, Khori Michelle Petinaud, Jacob Guzman, Yani Marin, Nando Morland, Ioana Alfonso, Peter John Chursin, Gabriel Hyman, Ron Todorowski, Manuel Herrera, Dylis Croman, Mattie Love and Aydin Eyikan
Date:
03/15/2023
From: Photos: The Company of BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN' Meets the Press!
Pedro Garza, Neka Zang, Ida Saki, Kolton Krouse, Afra Hines, Jōvan Dansberry, Krystal Mackie, Karli Dinardo, Yeman Brown, Tony d’Alelio, Director/Choreographer Wayne Cilento, Khori Michelle Petinaud, Jacob Guzman, Yani Marin, Nando Morland, Ioana Alfonso, Peter John Chursin, Gabriel Hyman, Ron Todorowski, Manuel Herrera, Dylis Croman, Mattie Love and Aydin Eyikan
Date:
03/15/2023
From: Photos: The Company of BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN' Meets the Press!
Pedro Garza, Neka Zang, Ida Saki, Kolton Krouse, Afra Hines, Jōvan Dansberry, Krystal Mackie, Karli Dinardo, Yeman Brown, Tony d’Alelio, Director/Choreographer Wayne Cilento, Khori Michelle Petinaud, Jacob Guzman, Yani Marin, Nando Morland, Ioana Alfonso, Peter John Chursin, Gabriel Hyman, Ron Todorowski, Manuel Herrera, Dylis Croman, Mattie Love and Aydin Eyikan
Date:
03/15/2023
From: Photos: The Company of BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN' Meets the Press!
STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1973
Performer
Productions
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
Video: Mary Kate Morrissey and Alexandra Socha Celebrate 21 Years of WICKED on GMA
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-10-27 10:11:00
Video: Go Inside Broadway's WICKED Costumes With Susan Hilferty
by Michael Major - 2024-10-17 16:54:14
Video: WICKED Cast Honors Donna McKechnie With A CHORUS LINE Performance & More
by Michael Major - 2024-10-10 11:09:52
Video: WICKED Cast Sing 'As Long As You're Mine' & 'I'm Not That Girl' Mashup
by Michael Major - 2024-10-08 15:41:12
Video: Rewatch Phil Donahue's A CHORUS LINE Original Cast Reunion Special
by Michael Major - 2024-08-19 15:17:14
Video: Watch WICKED Stars Alyssa Fox & McKenzie Kurtz Perform 'For Good' on GMA3
by Michael Major - 2023-10-27 16:19:06
Video: Watch WICKED Perform 'One Short Day' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA Ahead of 20th Anniversary
by Michael Major - 2023-10-27 09:54:14
VIDEO: Watch Past and Present Glindas Perform 'Popular' for WICKED 20th Anniversary
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-10-22 12:37:29
Video: Watch WICKED's NPR Tiny Desk Concert With Alyssa Fox and McKenzie Kurtz
by Stephi Wild - 2023-09-21 09:51:00
Video: DANCIN's Tony d'Alelio & Krystal Mackie Are On the Rise!
by Candace Cordelia - 2023-04-30 08:00:20
Video: Wayne Cilento Unpacks His 50 Years Onstage and Bringing DANCIN' Back to Broadway
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - 2023-04-24 12:37:14
Video: DANCIN' Cast Performs 'Sing Sing Sing' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - 2023-03-28 09:18:48
Video: Meet the All-Star Dancers of Bob Fosse's DANCIN' on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-03-17 14:51:23
Video: First Look at the Cast of BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN' Performing 'Dancin' Man'
by Stephi Wild - 2023-03-03 05:56:40
VIDEO: History-Making 'Glinda' Brittney Johnson Makes Her First Entrance in WICKED
by A.A. Cristi - 2022-02-14 22:33:51
VIDEO: Idina Menzel, Kristin Chenoweth, and More Talk the Making of WICKED on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Stephi Wild - 2021-09-12 19:41:52
News
Video: WICKED's New Elphaba Lencia Kebede Sings 'Defying Gravity' Before Historic Broadway Run
Watch Wicked's next Elphaba, Lencia Kebede, sing 'Defying Gravity' in an emotional video. On March 4, she will make history as the first Black actress to assume the role of Elphaba full time in the Broadway company.
Watch Wicked's next Elphaba, Lencia Kebede, sing 'Defying Gravity' in an emotional video. On March 4, 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
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.
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
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 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
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.
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
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.
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
Tonight's performance of WICKED (January 8th, 2025) in Los Angeles at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre has been cancelled due to extreme winds and fire conditions.
Tonight's performance of WICKED (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
The North American Tour of WICKED played its 6,000th performance on Sunday, December 22nd at 1pm. Check out a photo here!
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
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 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
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.
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
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!
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
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 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
The Broadway and National Tour productions of Wicked will hold open calls for singers and dancers on November 14th and 15th.
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
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.
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
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!
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
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.
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
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!
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'
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.
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
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.
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
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!
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!
WICKED To Return to Seattle's Paramount Theatre in November
WICKED is set to return to Seattle's Paramount Theatre, offering audiences a chance to experience the acclaimed musical in the Emerald City once again. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
WICKED is set to return to Seattle's Paramount Theatre, offering audiences a chance to experience the acclaimed musical in the Emerald City once again. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
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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