Ahmad Simmons
Latest News on Ahmad Simmons:
GOTTA DANCE! to be Presented Off-Broadway at Stage 42 (Mar 3, 2026)
Black Broadway Men Opens Applications For 2026 Jesse L. Kearney Playwriting Initiative (Jan 16, 2026)
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Dallas Awards; BIG FISH Leads Best Musical! (Dec 29, 2025)
GOTTA DANCE! to be Presented Off-Broadway at Stage 42 (Mar 3, 2026)
Black Broadway Men Opens Applications For 2026 Jesse L. Kearney Playwriting Initiative (Jan 16, 2026)
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Dallas Awards; BIG FISH Leads Best Musical! (Dec 29, 2025)
BIO
Ahmad Simmons is a performing artist, theater maker, choreographer, and producer. Broadway: West Side Story, Hadestown (OBC), Carousel, Cats. Off-Broadway: Illinoise, Only Gold. Film: Maestro, Better Nate Than Ever. TV: Co-starred as Ben Vereen in “Fosse/Verdon,” “Dirty Dancing.” Tour: Hamilton (Dance Supervisor). BFA: Point Park University. Co-Founder of Arterial Projects. Deep love and gratitude to my incredible village of supporters and believers. @ahmadsimmons
Photos
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The Company of "Illinoise" including Timo Andres, Brandt Martinez, Becca Stevens, Zack Gonder, Craig Salstein, Ahmad Simmons, Jackie Sibblies Drury, Justin Peck, Gaby Diaz, Tasha Viets Vanlear, Christine Flores, Rachel Lockhart,, Jada German, Alejandro Vargas, Elijah Lyons, Shara Nova, Ben Cook, Byron Tittle and Jackie Sibblies Drury
Date:
05/09/2024
From: Photos: Cast & Creatives Celebrate Gala Opening of ILLINOISE
The Company of "Illinoise" including Timo Andres, Brandt Martinez, Becca Stevens, Zack Gonder, Craig Salstein, Ahmad Simmons, Jackie Sibblies Drury, Justin Peck, Gaby Diaz, Tasha Viets Vanlear, Christine Flores, Rachel Lockhart,, Jada German, Alejandro Vargas, Elijah Lyons, Shara Nova, Ben Cook, Byron Tittle and Jackie Sibblies Drury
Date:
05/09/2024
From: Photos: Cast & Creatives Celebrate Gala Opening of ILLINOISE
Ensemble Members from The Cast of Illinoise that includes- Brandt Martinez, Craig Salstein, Gaby Diaz, Rachel Lockhart, Christine Flores, Ahmad Simmons, Ricky Ubeda, Zack Gander, Jada German, Dario Natarelli, Ben Cook and Byron Tittle
Date:
05/06/2024
From: Photos: Meet the Nominees For the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards
Terrence Mann, Ryan Steele Bradley Dean, Jacob Burns, Voltaire Wade-Green, Ryan Steele
Phil Colgan, Thayne Jasperson, Andy Blankenbuehler,
Tyler Hanes, Jacob Guzman, Reed Luplau, Ahmad Simmons, Ryan VanDenBoom, Gaby Diaz, Morgan Marcel, Katie Webber, Deanne Stewart, Karine Plantadit, Ximone Rose, Hayley Fish, Kate Nash, Hannah Cruz
Samantha Pollino,
Victoria Fiore,
Jennifer Florentino,
Eleri Ward, Ida Saki and Cindy Salgado
Date:
11/07/2022
From: Photos: On the Red Carpet of ONLY GOLD Opening Night at MCC Theater
Terrence Mann, Ryan Steele Bradley Dean, Jacob Burns, Voltaire Wade-Green, Ryan Steele
Phil Colgan, Thayne Jasperson, Andy Blankenbuehler
Tyler Hanes, Jacob Guzman, Reed Luplau, Ahmad Simmons, Ryan VanDenBoom, Gaby Diaz, Morgan Marcel, Katie Webber, Deanne Stewart, Karine Plantadit, Ximone Rose, Hayley Fish, Kate Nash, Hannah Cruz
Samantha Pollino,
Victoria Fiore,
Jennifer Florentino,
Eleri Ward, Ida Saki and Cindy Salgado
Date:
11/07/2022
From: Photos: On the Red Carpet of ONLY GOLD Opening Night at MCC Theater
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Gus Reed, Elijah A Carter, Kevin Csolak, Tyler Eisenreich, Ahmad Simmons, Jordan Dobson, Corey John Snide, Jarred Manista, Isaac Powell,
Middle (standing, left to right) Dharon E. Jones, Matthew Johnson, Zuri Noelle Ford
Front row (floor, left to right) Emilio Ramos, Michael Seltzer, Daniel Ching
Date:
02/21/2020
From: Photo Coverage: WEST SIDE STORY Company Celebrates Opening Night!
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
2018 Broadway Revival, 2018
Ensemble
Policeman
Heavenly Friend
Jigger Craigin (Understudy)
Videos
Video: Peck, Drury, and More Discuss ILLINOISE on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-06-02 11:59:53
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 Sufjan Stevens, Justin Peck and Jackie Sibblies Drury's ILLINOISE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-01-24 12:31:33
Video: The Sanderson Sisters Bring Creepy Classic "Thriller" To I PUT A SPELL ON YOU At Sony Hall
by A.A. Cristi - 2022-10-25 00:00:02
Video: Jay Armstrong Johnson and The Sanderson Sisters Take the Stage At I PUT A SPELL ON YOU At Sony Hall
by A.A. Cristi - 2022-10-24 23:51:29
Video: Gavin Creel Does the 'Monster Mash' At I PUT A SPELL ON YOU At Sony Hall
by A.A. Cristi - 2022-10-24 23:44:36
VIDEO: Watch Bonnie Milligan, Christy Altomare, Jason Gotay & More in Highlights from New City Music Theatre's SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD
by Nicole Rosky - 2021-09-07 15:26:15
VIDEO: HADESTOWN Cast Members Talk About What Pride Means to Them
by Stephi Wild - 2020-06-29 05:49:41
VIDEO: Watch The Cast of HADESTOWN Livin' It Up On Top at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
by Abigail Charpentier - 2019-11-28 09:57:03
VIDEO: ALL ARTS Announces Season Two of BROADWAY SANDWICH, With Teal Wicks, Rob McClure and More!
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-08-08 15:33:40
VIDEO: HADESTOWN's Kay Trinidad Takes Over Instagram for the Tonys!
by Linnae Medeiros - 2019-06-10 12:18:22
VIDEO: The Cast of HADESTOWN Goes 'Way Down' on LIVE WITH KELLY AND RYAN
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-05-17 14:00:45
TV: Go Inside Opening Night of HADESTOWN on Broadway
by TV - Opening Night Special - 2019-04-18 11:13:39
TV: HADESTOWN'S Kay Trinidad Takes Over Instagram For Opening Night!
by Linnae Medeiros - 2019-04-18 10:08:36
VIDEO: BWW Hits The Red Carpet At Opening Night of HADESTOWN
by TV - Red Carpets - 2019-04-17 18:56:24
TV: Get Back in the Line with Highlights from New York City Center's A CHORUS LINE!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-11-14 12:01:28
VIDEO: Watch Robyn Hurder Get Ready to Take on Cassie for A CHORUS LINE!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-11-13 12:00:14
News
GOTTA DANCE! to be Presented Off-Broadway at Stage 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2026
Gotta Dance!—the first dance production to capture the original choreography of classic musicals including West Side Story, Singin’ in the Rain, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, and others — all on one stage will be presented Off-Broadway.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2026
Gotta Dance!—the first dance production to capture the original choreography of classic musicals including West Side Story, Singin’ in the Rain, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, and others — all on one stage will be presented Off-Broadway.
Black Broadway Men Opens Applications For 2026 Jesse L. Kearney Playwriting Initiative
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2026
Black Broadway Men has announced that applications for the 2026 Jesse L. Kearney Playwriting Initiative are officially open. This annual initiative—renamed to honor the legacy of playwright Jesse L. Kearney—is designed to amplify the voices of Black male-identifying playwrights and provide them with the resources to bring their stories to life.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2026
Black Broadway Men has announced that applications for the 2026 Jesse L. Kearney Playwriting Initiative are officially open. This annual initiative—renamed to honor the legacy of playwright Jesse L. Kearney—is designed to amplify the voices of Black male-identifying playwrights and provide them with the resources to bring their stories to life.
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Dallas Awards; BIG FISH Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Dallas Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Dallas Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Dallas Awards; North Texas Performing Arts Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025
We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Dallas Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025
We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Dallas Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Dallas Awards; BIG FISH Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Dallas Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Dallas Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Dallas Awards; North Texas Performing Arts Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Dallas Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Dallas Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Dallas Awards; MATILDA Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Dallas Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Dallas Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Interim Dance Collective's Annual Gala to Honor Charlotte D'Amboise At The York Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025
Interim Dance Collective will present the upcoming Inaugural Gala, an extraordinary evening honoring the artistry, legacy, and future of dance in New York City and Charlotte D'Amboise.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025
Interim Dance Collective will present the upcoming Inaugural Gala, an extraordinary evening honoring the artistry, legacy, and future of dance in New York City and Charlotte D'Amboise.
Video: Watch 3 Songs from WAX: THE STORY OF MARIE TUSSAUD
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 5, 2025
Wax: The Story of Marie Tussaud, a darkly glamorous pop-baroque musical with book, lyrics, and music by Tyler Palo, has released a cinematic sizzle reel featuring three numbers from the brand-new musical. watch the video here!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 5, 2025
Wax: The Story of Marie Tussaud, a darkly glamorous pop-baroque musical with book, lyrics, and music by Tyler Palo, has released a cinematic sizzle reel featuring three numbers from the brand-new musical. watch the video here!
Beth Leavel, Casey Likes and More to Perform at 54 Below in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025
Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Beth Leavel, Casey Likes, Joe Iconis and more. See the full month of programming here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025
Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Beth Leavel, Casey Likes, Joe Iconis and more. See the full month of programming here!
Pittsburgh Playhouse Fall 2025 Lineup to Feature Etta Cox, Sidra Bell, Fall Fest, and More
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2025
The award-winning Pittsburgh Playhouse at Point Park University has announced its fall 2025 programming, launching the 2025–2026 season with a mix of jazz, theater, dance, festivals, and community conversations.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2025
The award-winning Pittsburgh Playhouse at Point Park University has announced its fall 2025 programming, launching the 2025–2026 season with a mix of jazz, theater, dance, festivals, and community conversations.
ILLINOISE Now Available the Watch at the Library for the Performing Arts
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 13, 2024
Illinoise was filmed by the Theater on Film and Tape Archive in July 2024, and is now accessible at the Library for the Performing Arts.
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 13, 2024
Illinoise was filmed by the Theater on Film and Tape Archive in July 2024, and is now accessible at the Library for the Performing Arts.
TALKING HADESTOWN Featuring Commentary And Narration From Anaïs Mitchell Full Album Out Now
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2024
Explore the fifth anniversary of the HADESTOWN cast album with commentary and narration by Anaïs Mitchell, offering insights into the celebrated musical's journey and impact.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2024
Explore the fifth anniversary of the HADESTOWN cast album with commentary and narration by Anaïs Mitchell, offering insights into the celebrated musical's journey and impact.
Jay Armstrong Johnson's I PUT A SPELL ON YOU: ALIVE Raises Over $230k for The Ali Forney Center
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2024
Jay Armstrong Johnson’s annual Halloween concert-meets-party I Put a Spell on You: ALiiVE at Webster Hall, benefiting the Ali Forney Center, played to a packed standing-room-only crowd last night, October 21.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2024
Jay Armstrong Johnson’s annual Halloween concert-meets-party I Put a Spell on You: ALiiVE at Webster Hall, benefiting the Ali Forney Center, played to a packed standing-room-only crowd last night, October 21.
Jay Armstrong Johnson's I PUT A SPELL ON YOU to Stream on Broadway On Demand
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2024
Jay Armstrong Johnson's I PUT A SPELL ON YOU: ALiiVE at Webster Hall will stream on Broadway On Demand during Halloween weekend, offering a theatrical experience from the comfort of your home. Learn how to watch!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2024
Jay Armstrong Johnson's I PUT A SPELL ON YOU: ALiiVE at Webster Hall will stream on Broadway On Demand during Halloween weekend, offering a theatrical experience from the comfort of your home. Learn how to watch!
Listen: 'TALKING HADESTOWN' Album Features Commentary From Anais Mitchell
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2024
A new album has been released titled 'Talking Hadestown,' a sixteen-part, digital words-and-music experience where Tony and Grammy-Award winning composer Anaïs Mitchell takes listeners through the inspirations, concepts and creative processes that lie behind the key songs from the Tony Award winning best musical.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2024
A new album has been released titled 'Talking Hadestown,' a sixteen-part, digital words-and-music experience where Tony and Grammy-Award winning composer Anaïs Mitchell takes listeners through the inspirations, concepts and creative processes that lie behind the key songs from the Tony Award winning best musical.
Todrick Hall, F Michael Haynie, and More Join Jay Armstrong Johnson's I PUT A SPELL ON YOU: ALIIVE
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2024
The complete cast has been announced for I Put a Spell on You: ALiiVE at Webster Hall. The lineup will include Todrick Hall (Kinky Boots, Straight Outta Oz) as well as F. Michael Haynie.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2024
The complete cast has been announced for I Put a Spell on You: ALiiVE at Webster Hall. The lineup will include Todrick Hall (Kinky Boots, Straight Outta Oz) as well as F. Michael Haynie.
J. Harrison Ghee, Robyn Hurder, and More Join Jay Armstrong Johnson in I PUT A SPELL ON YOU: ALIIVE at Webster Hall
by Stephi Wild - Sep 20, 2024
Jay Armstrong Johnson and friends are the villainous stars of this year's Halloween concert-meets-dance-party I Put a Spell on You: ALiiVE at Webster Hall including Tony Award Winner J. Harrison Ghee (Some Like It Hot), Tony Award Nominee Robyn Hurder (Moulin Rouge!, A Beautiful Noise), and more.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 20, 2024
Jay Armstrong Johnson and friends are the villainous stars of this year's Halloween concert-meets-dance-party I Put a Spell on You: ALiiVE at Webster Hall including Tony Award Winner J. Harrison Ghee (Some Like It Hot), Tony Award Nominee Robyn Hurder (Moulin Rouge!, A Beautiful Noise), and more.
ILLINOISE Concludes Broadway Run
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 10, 2024
Broadway says goodbye to Illinoise, which takes its final bow at the St. James Theatre Theatre following 116 regular performances. The venue will soon be home to Sunset Boulevard, which begins performances on September 28, 2024.
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 10, 2024
Broadway says goodbye to Illinoise, which takes its final bow at the St. James Theatre Theatre following 116 regular performances. The venue will soon be home to Sunset Boulevard, which begins performances on September 28, 2024.
ILLINOISE Will Host Album Vinyl Signings Following Wednesday Matinee Performances
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2024
The Tony Award-winning new musical ILLINOISE will host signings for the ILLINOISE Original Cast Album Vinyl with members of the cast following the three remaining Wednesday matinee performances.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2024
The Tony Award-winning new musical ILLINOISE will host signings for the ILLINOISE Original Cast Album Vinyl with members of the cast following the three remaining Wednesday matinee performances.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Ahmad Simmons been in?
Ahmad Simmons has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.
How many West End shows has Ahmad Simmons been in?
Ahmad Simmons has not appeared in the West End.
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