Andrew Burrill is a writer, critic, and performing arts professional whose work spans theatre, education, entertainment, and public service. Born in Washington, D.C. and raised in historic Louisa County, Virginia, his early years were shaped by a deep awareness of American history, service, and community — values that continue to inform his artistic lens.
A graduate of the University of Virginia and Shenandoah Conservatory, Andrew’s academic and artistic training includes mentorship from distinguished scholars and theatre-makers across directing, acting, dramaturgy, voice, design, and writing. At UVA, he contributed to major institutional traditions such as the Lighting of the Lawn, performed in landmark productions including Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, worked in the Contemplative Sciences Center, and wrote for The Huffington Post. He later earned an M.S. in Performing Arts Leadership & Management from Shenandoah Conservatory, deepening his expertise in arts administration, history, and cross-disciplinary leadership.
Andrew has interviewed and worked alongside leading creators in theatre and entertainment, including members of the creative teams behind Les Misérables and Miss Saigon, Tony-nominated performers, and internationally recognized scholars. Professionally, he has held roles in talent management and agency representation in Los Angeles, supporting award-winning actors and contributing to film and media projects, including the internationally recognized feature film After Masks, which he conceived and executive produced during the COVID-19 shutdown.
His writing and critical voice are shaped by a commitment to empathy, context, and the belief that theatre remains one of the most powerful mirrors for understanding society. Andrew’s work explores how performance both reflects and reshapes conversations about identity, community, history, and collective memory.
In addition to his arts career, Andrew currently serves in the United States Army as a 92Y Unit Supply Specialist with the 1st Infantry Division at Fort Riley, Kansas, where he plays an active leadership role in the Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) Program. His service continues a long family legacy of military commitment and informs the discipline, civic responsibility, and moral clarity he brings to his writing and advocacy.
Across every chapter of his career — from university stages to Hollywood studios to military service — Andrew remains devoted to storytelling that elevates humanity, honors truth, and amplifies voices that deserve to be heard.
Favorite Stories:
- BWW Exclusive Interview: Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg Discuss the Politics of Theatre and More! - This is genuinely my favorite article I’ve had the opportunity to write for BroadwayWorld. Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg have had an immeasurable impact on the world of theatre, creating two of the most influential musicals of all time—Les Misérables and Miss Saigon. Their work shaped generations of artists and audiences, and getting to speak with them was an honor. What I appreciated most in this interview was their thoughtful outlook on the world and the unique way they answered even the most subtle questions about life, art, and humanity. Their perspectives were as moving and insightful as the stories they’ve brought to the stage.
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March 15, 2026
What did our critic think of TROJAN WOMEN MCI at Unicorn Theatre?
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Lyric Opera of Kansas City’s The Gershwins’ PORGY AND BESS is a vocally commanding and spiritually powerful production, led by standout performances from Eric Greene and Michelle Bradley under the legendary direction of Francesca Zambello.
February 3, 2026
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February 3, 2026
Casey and Diana, now running January 28 through February 15, 2026, is a luminous, heartbreaking, and deeply necessary work of theatre. Written by Nick Green and originally commissioned by the Stratford Festival of Canada, the play was developed to honor the real-life visit of Diana, Princess of Wales, to Toronto’s Casey House AIDS hospice in 1991—a moment that quietly but irrevocably reshaped public understanding of HIV/AIDS, compassion, and human dignity.
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Today we are speaking to Tosin Morohunfola, the Playwright and Director of “The Drum Closet.' 'The Drum Closet' follows two ambitious Nigerian-American brothers, Timi and Kareem, as they navigate adolescence at a predominantly white Midwestern high school.
November 30, 2025
What did our critic think of A CHRISTMAS CAROL AT KANSAS CITY REPERTORY THEATRE at Kansas City Repertory Theatre – Spencer Theatre, UMKC Campus?
March 6, 2018
Defying the boundaries of the world we think we know, Nick Payne's Olivier and Drama League nominated hit is a charming and profound exploration of the universal truth in finding and losing love.
October 26, 2017
The University of Virginia Department of Drama presents SEVEN GUITARS by August Wilson, directed by Theresa M. Davis, Professor of Cross-Cultural Performance, in the Ruth Caplin Theatre!
October 14, 2017
Your ACT Theatrical Co. will present THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW on October 27th and 28th at Brewbakers restaurant in Winchester, Virginia.
October 4, 2017
BWW Review: CABARET at Shenandoah Conservatory, a brilliantly relevant and commanding journey that engages from beginning to end.
September 8, 2017
Shenandoah Conservatory's production of CABARET runs from Friday, September 29th through Sunday, October 2nd, in the Ohrstrom-Bryant Theatre on the campus of Shenandoah University!
July 18, 2017
An exclusive interview with Susan Ferris, the CEO of the Bohemia Group, an International Management Group, representing talent across the entertainment landscape, including a number of musicians and acting talent.
March 6, 2017
Alain Boublil And Claude-Michel Schonberg, the artistic team behind the creation of LES MISERABLES and MISS SAIGON chat about Hamilton, politics, new musicals and more!
February 1, 2017
Schonberg and Boublil will be artists-in-residence at the University of Virginia from Feb. 22 to 24, sharing their experience and creative insights with students, faculty, staff and the Charlottesville, Virginia community.
November 30, 2016
Langston Hughes' "Gospel Song-Play" chronicles and celebrates the birth of Jesus and the unique cultural identity and heritage of Black Americans. This joyous musical compels us to look inward and find the wonder in life. This performance is recommended for audiences of all ages.
October 28, 2016
The performance will take place on October 29th at 4pm at The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center. It will feature narration by Host and Moderator of WETA's Around Town and SiriusXM's Symphony Hall, Robert Aubry Davis, as well as 120 students from across the DC-Metro area who comprise the Young Artists of America Orchestra and Vocal Ensemble.
October 18, 2016
It is the age-old question, what is Art? For many, seeking the answer to this question is a life long journey that's founded in the need for truth in one's life. Check out these answers from individuals on Broadway, in Hollywood, and on YouTube!
October 11, 2016
BWW Review: FRINGE POP at Capital Fringe, an intersection of film and theatre that explores the experience of residing in public vs. private space.
October 5, 2016
BWW Review: SPRING AWAKENING at Shenandoah Conservatory, a brilliant and commanding journey that engages from beginning to end.
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