Rachel Chavkin
Latest News on Rachel Chavkin:
HADESTOWN is Coming to Wilmington's Playhouse On Rodney Square (Mar 26, 2025)
THE OUTSIDERS, WICKED, SUFFS And More Set for 2025/2026 Broadway Season At Providence Performing Arts Center (Mar 25, 2025)
HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION Available For Licensing in the UK and Ireland From Concord Theatricals (Mar 20, 2025)
HADESTOWN is Coming to Wilmington's Playhouse On Rodney Square (Mar 26, 2025)
THE OUTSIDERS, WICKED, SUFFS And More Set for 2025/2026 Broadway Season At Providence Performing Arts Center (Mar 25, 2025)
HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION Available For Licensing in the UK and Ireland From Concord Theatricals (Mar 20, 2025)
BIO
Chavkin is a director, writer and artistic director of the TEAM. Hadestown (NYTW, National Theatre, London) has been one of her greatest joys. Tony and Lortel nominations and Drama Desk Award for Dave Malloy's Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 (Broadway, Ars Nova, A.R.T.). London: Mission Drift (National Theatre), American Clock (Old Vic). Select New York and regional: Marco Ramirez’s The Royale (LCT; Obie Award, Drama Desk and Lortel noms.), Malloy’s Preludes (LCT3), Bess Wohl’s Small Mouth Sounds (Ars Nova and national tour) and Continuity (MTC), Carson Kreitzer’s and Matt Gould’s Lempicka (Williamstown Theatre Festival), The Royal Family (Guthrie Theatre) and multiple collaborations with Taylor Mac.
Her first film, Remind Me, was an official selection of the Venice and Beverly Hills Film Festivals. 2017 Smithsonian Award for Ingenuity.
In 2019-2020, she will direct Malloy’s Moby Dick at A.R.T. She is a proud NYTW Usual Suspect and Member SDC. Chavkin earned her BFA at NYU where she now serves on the directing faculty at Playwrights Horizons Theater School, and earned her MFA at Columbia University.
Photos
The Cast & Company of "Hadestown" & "Lempicka" including Rachel Chavkin, Beth Leavel, Eden Espinosa, Jordan Fisher, Andrew Samonsky, Phillip Boykin, Isa Briones, Jon Jon Briones, Amber Iman, George Abud, Natalie Joy Johnson, Composer Matt Gould, Nathaniel Stampley
Date:
03/21/2024
From: Photos: 48th Street is Renamed Chavkin Way For Rachel Chavkin
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Katie Finneran, Scott Foley, Playwright Larissa FastHorse, Second Stage Artistic Director Carole Rothman, Director Rachel Chavkin, Christopher Ryan Grant, Clea Alsip, Amy Staats, D'Arcy Carden and Chris Sullivan
Date:
04/21/2023
From: Photos: The Cast of THE THANKSGIVING PLAY Takes Their Opening Night Bows
Productions
Writing
Developed by
Awards and Nominations
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Rachel Chavkin, Hadestown
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Rachel Chavkin, Hadestown
winner
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Direction of a Musical
Rachel Chavkin, Hadestown
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Rachel Chavkin, Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812
Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Direction of a Musical
Rachel Chavkin, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812
Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Rachel Chavkin, The Royale
The Lortels - 2016 - Outstanding Director
Rachel Chavkin, The Royale
The Lortels - 2014 - Outstanding Director
Rachel Chavkin, Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812
Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Rachel Chavkin, Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812
winner
Obie Awards - 2013 - Special Citation
Rachel Chavkin, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812
Videos
Video: Watch Merle Dandridge Sing 'We Raise Our Cups' in HADESTOWN
by Michael Major - 2025-02-25 14:18:41
Video: HADESTOWN Star Hailey Kilgore Sings 'Wait for Me (Reprise)'
by Blair Ingenthron - 2025-01-25 15:38:21
Video: Allison Russell Performs 'Living It Up' as Persephone in HADESTOWN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-11-26 16:20:27
Video: The Avett Brothers Perform During SWEPT AWAY Opening Night Curtain Call
by Stephi Wild - 2024-11-20 07:44:29
Video: Eden Espinosa Sings 'I Will Paint Her' from LEMPICKA
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-08-24 08:31:01
Video: Jordan Fisher, Maia Reficco & Phillip Boykin Extend Runs in HADESTOWN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-08-19 11:49:28
Photos & Video: Stephanie Mills, Yola & Maia Reficco in HADESTOWN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-07-30 12:01:50
Exclusive: André De Shields Reprising Hermes Role For Rachel Chavkin-Directed Podcast
by Michael Major - 2024-03-19 12:00:20
Video: First Look At Eden Espinosa, Amber Iman And More In LEMPICKA On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - 2024-03-15 21:06:37
Video: Watch Jordan Fisher & Ani DiFranco Perform From HADESTOWN on TAMRON HALL
by Michael Major - 2024-02-23 16:49:35
Video: Watch Lola Tung and Jordan Fisher Sing 'All I've Ever Known' in HADESTOWN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-02-16 13:10:59
Photos/Video: Lola Tung and Ani DiFranco Take Their First Bows in HADESTOWN
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-02-10 12:46:38
Video: Go Inside the First Day of Rehearsals for LEMPICKA on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2024-02-06 13:19:57
VIDEO: Gloria Onitiri Performs 'Our Lady Of The Underground' From HADESTOWN in the West End
by Stephi Wild - 2024-01-12 09:55:21
VIDEO: Anaïs Mitchell Sings 'Flowers' at the HADESTOWN West End Launch Event
by Stephi Wild - 2024-01-12 09:49:49
News
HADESTOWN is Coming to Wilmington's Playhouse On Rodney Square
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2025
Hadestown will come to Wilmington, DE in May. Hadestown is the most honored show of the 2018-2019 Broadway season. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2025
Hadestown will come to Wilmington, DE in May. Hadestown is the most honored show of the 2018-2019 Broadway season. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
THE OUTSIDERS, WICKED, SUFFS And More Set for 2025/2026 Broadway Season At Providence Performing Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 25, 2025
Providence Performing Arts Center has announced the Theatre’s 2025/2026 Broadway Season, featuring the Taco and The White Family Foundation Broadway Series and the Encore Series.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 25, 2025
Providence Performing Arts Center has announced the Theatre’s 2025/2026 Broadway Season, featuring the Taco and The White Family Foundation Broadway Series and the Encore Series.
HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION Available For Licensing in the UK and Ireland From Concord Theatricals
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2025
Concord Theatricals has announced that Hadestown: Teen Edition is now available for school and youth group productions in the UK and Ireland. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2025
Concord Theatricals has announced that Hadestown: Teen Edition is now available for school and youth group productions in the UK and Ireland. Learn more here!
Meet the Cast of JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2025
John Proctor is the Villain begins previews tonight at the Booth Theatre on Thursday, March 20, 2025 ahead of a Monday, April 14 opening night. Meet the cast of John Proctor is the Villain here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2025
John Proctor is the Villain begins previews tonight at the Booth Theatre on Thursday, March 20, 2025 ahead of a Monday, April 14 opening night. Meet the cast of John Proctor is the Villain here!
SUFFS, FROZEN, and More Set For Lied Center's 2025/26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2025
The Lied Center for Performing Arts has announced its 2025-2026 Glenn Korff Broadway Series. The season will kick off with Disney's Frozen and continue with Suffs, The Music Man, A Christmas Story, and Tina: The Tina Turner Musical.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2025
The Lied Center for Performing Arts has announced its 2025-2026 Glenn Korff Broadway Series. The season will kick off with Disney's Frozen and continue with Suffs, The Music Man, A Christmas Story, and Tina: The Tina Turner Musical.
HAMILTON, HADESTOWN, and More Set For Marcus Center's 2025/26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2025
The 2025/26 Broadway at the Marcus Center season has been announced, along with the new MPAC Presents Jazz and Dance series for 2025/26. Learn more about the season here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2025
The 2025/26 Broadway at the Marcus Center season has been announced, along with the new MPAC Presents Jazz and Dance series for 2025/26. Learn more about the season here!
Video: Inside HADESTOWN Live Capture Filming With Reeve Carney, Amber Gray & More
by Michael Major - Mar 14, 2025
Step inside the filming of the Hadestown live capture with Reeve Carney, Eva Noblezada, Amber Gray, Patrick Page, and André De Shields. Watch the video now!
by Michael Major - Mar 14, 2025
Step inside the filming of the Hadestown live capture with Reeve Carney, Eva Noblezada, Amber Gray, Patrick Page, and André De Shields. Watch the video now!
Tickets to HADESTOWN in Chicago on Sale Tomorrow
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2025
Individual tickets for HADESTOWN in Chicago will go on sale on Friday, March 7. Learn more about the upcoming engagement and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2025
Individual tickets for HADESTOWN in Chicago will go on sale on Friday, March 7. Learn more about the upcoming engagement and see how to purchase tickets.
THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA and More Set for Broadway at the Eccles 25/26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2025
The 25/26 Broadway at the Eccles season will feature eight shows including seven premiere engagements to Salt Lake City, and the eagerly awaited return of a favorite to the magnificent Eccles Theater. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2025
The 25/26 Broadway at the Eccles season will feature eight shows including seven premiere engagements to Salt Lake City, and the eagerly awaited return of a favorite to the magnificent Eccles Theater. Learn more!
SUFFS, HELL'S KITCHEN, and More Set For Eccles' 2025-26 Broadway Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025
The 2025/26 Broadway at the Eccles season has been announced, which includes eight shows, with seven premiere engagements to Salt Lake City, as well as the return of a fan favorite. Learn more about the season lineup here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025
The 2025/26 Broadway at the Eccles season has been announced, which includes eight shows, with seven premiere engagements to Salt Lake City, as well as the return of a fan favorite. Learn more about the season lineup here!
THE OUTSIDERS, THE GREAT GATSBY, and More Set For Texas Performing Arts' 25-26 Broadway in Austin Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025
Texas Performing Arts’ 2025-2026 Broadway in Austin Season will include Tony Award–winning Best Musicals, five Austin premieres and the return of fan favorites. Learn more about the full season here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025
Texas Performing Arts’ 2025-2026 Broadway in Austin Season will include Tony Award–winning Best Musicals, five Austin premieres and the return of fan favorites. Learn more about the full season here!
Photos: See Hailey Kilgore, Carlos Valdes and More in HADESTOWN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2025
You can now get a first look at photos of the new Broadway cast of Hadestown, starring Haley Kilgore, Carlos Valdes and more. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2025
You can now get a first look at photos of the new Broadway cast of Hadestown, starring Haley Kilgore, Carlos Valdes and more. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
LEMPICKA Will Open in Seoul, South Korea in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2025
Lempicka is headed to Seoul, South Korea in 2026! It has been noted that the musical will be translated into Korean for this production. Learn more about the production here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2025
Lempicka is headed to Seoul, South Korea in 2026! It has been noted that the musical will be translated into Korean for this production. Learn more about the production here!
Photos: HADESTOWN London New Cast in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2025
Brand new rehearsal photos have been released of the new cast of the critically acclaimed West End production of Hadestown, who will begin performances at the Lyric Theatre, London from 11 March 2025.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2025
Brand new rehearsal photos have been released of the new cast of the critically acclaimed West End production of Hadestown, who will begin performances at the Lyric Theatre, London from 11 March 2025.
Video: Watch Merle Dandridge Sing 'We Raise Our Cups' in HADESTOWN
by Michael Major - Feb 25, 2025
Watch a first look at Merle Dandridge singing 'We Raise Our Cups' in Hadestown on Broadway. She joined the cast as Persephone last week, alongside Daniel Breaker as Hades. See the video now!
by Michael Major - Feb 25, 2025
Watch a first look at Merle Dandridge singing 'We Raise Our Cups' in Hadestown on Broadway. She joined the cast as Persephone last week, alongside Daniel Breaker as Hades. See the video now!
WP Theater Announces 2025 Space Program Residents
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2025
WP Theater has announced the residents of the 2025 Space Program. Crystal Skillman's award winning play, OPEN, will make its Off-Broadway Premiere running July 8th-27th.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2025
WP Theater has announced the residents of the 2025 Space Program. Crystal Skillman's award winning play, OPEN, will make its Off-Broadway Premiere running July 8th-27th.
REVIEW: The Gods Are Finally In The House as HADESTOWN Arrives In Sydney
by Jade Kops - Feb 15, 2025
The musical storytelling of the Ancient Greek myths comes to life as Anaïs Mitchell’s HADESTOWN opens in Sydney. Rachel Chavkin’s (Director) 8-time Tony Award winning musical is recreated for the Theatre Royal with an all-Australian cast.
by Jade Kops - Feb 15, 2025
The musical storytelling of the Ancient Greek myths comes to life as Anaïs Mitchell’s HADESTOWN opens in Sydney. Rachel Chavkin’s (Director) 8-time Tony Award winning musical is recreated for the Theatre Royal with an all-Australian cast.
THE GREAT GATSBY and More Set for Broadway at the Hobby Center 2025-2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 11, 2025
The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts has revealed the 2025-2026 Memorial Hermann Broadway at the Hobby Center Season featuring six Houston premieres and the return of audience favorites. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 11, 2025
The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts has revealed the 2025-2026 Memorial Hermann Broadway at the Hobby Center Season featuring six Houston premieres and the return of audience favorites. Learn more!
Ars Nova To Honor Founding Artistic Director Jason Eagan At NOVA BALL In April
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2025
Ars Nova will honor Founding Artistic Director Jason Eagan at Nova Ball, Ars Nova's annual benefit-turned-party of the season. As recently announced, following over two decades of leadership, Eagan will step down from his role as Artistic Director on June 30, 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2025
Ars Nova will honor Founding Artistic Director Jason Eagan at Nova Ball, Ars Nova's annual benefit-turned-party of the season. As recently announced, following over two decades of leadership, Eagan will step down from his role as Artistic Director on June 30, 2025.
Photos: Meet the Cast of JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN Starring Sadie Sink
by Stephi Wild - Feb 6, 2025
All new photos have been released of the cast of John Proctor is the Villain, a new play by Kimberly Belflower, with direction by Tony Award winner Danya Taymor, and starring Sadie Sink. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 6, 2025
All new photos have been released of the cast of John Proctor is the Villain, a new play by Kimberly Belflower, with direction by Tony Award winner Danya Taymor, and starring Sadie Sink. Check out the photos here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Rachel Chavkin written?
Rachel Chavkin has written 1 shows including Hadestown (Developed by).
What awards has Rachel Chavkin been nominated for?
Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Hadestown, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hadestown, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hadestown, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Royale, Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for The Royale, Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 and Special Citation (Obie Awards) for Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812.
What awards has Rachel Chavkin won?
Rachel Chavkin has won the following awards: Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Hadestown, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hadestown, and Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hadestown. She also received Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812, as well as a Special Citation (Obie Awards) for Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812.
Videos