James Kinney
From stage to screen, James Kinney's celebrated artistic vision has established him as a respected voice in the world of dance entertainment. Kinney was named BroadwayWorld's Best Choreographer for several theatrical works, created celebrated pieces for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS annual Easter Bonnet Celebration at the Minskoff Theatre on Broadway, and created world-premier pieces for Fire Island Dance Festival and Hudson Valley Dance Festival, as well as several ballets in repetoire with New Jersey Ballet.
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From stage to screen, James Kinney's celebrated artistic vision has established him as a respected voice in the world of dance entertainment.
Kinney was named BroadwayWorld's Best Choreographer for several theatrical works, created celebrated pieces for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS annual Easter Bonnet Celebration at the Minskoff Theatre on Broadway, and created world-premier pieces for Fire Island Dance Festival and Hudson Valley Dance Festival, as well as several ballets in repetoire with New Jersey Ballet. Kinney's choreography has been seen on such iconic stages as The Hollywood Bowl, Lincoln Center, The Old Globe, The Kimmel Center and The Marquis Theatre on Broadway. Mr. Kinney's work has also bridged the worlds of dance and fashion, having directed and choreographed acclaimed events for Hermès of Paris. Today, his work can be seen on stages and television screens around the country.
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Broadway Revival, 2005
Swing [Replacement], Performer (Swing) [Replacement]
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Tango and Havana Fiesta Brings Latin American Dance Traditions Together in Miami
by Felicitas de la Fare - Aug 31, 2026
Miami’s Flamingo Theater became the setting for Tango y Havana Fiesta: Music & Dance Celebration, a production conceived, directed and produced by Analía Farfan that brought together several traditions of Latin American and Hispanic music and dance.
by Felicitas de la Fare - Aug 31, 2026
Miami’s Flamingo Theater became the setting for Tango y Havana Fiesta: Music & Dance Celebration, a production conceived, directed and produced by Analía Farfan that brought together several traditions of Latin American and Hispanic music and dance.
Fire Island Dance Festival Raises a Record $825,002 at 30th Anniversary
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2025
The 30th anniversary edition of Fire Island Dance Festival dazzled with world premieres and celebrated works - all part of a record-breaking weekend of artistry and impact.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2025
The 30th anniversary edition of Fire Island Dance Festival dazzled with world premieres and celebrated works - all part of a record-breaking weekend of artistry and impact.
Fire Island Dance Festival Adds World Premiere to 30th Anniversary Lineup
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 20, 2025
A poignant world premiere, a full-circle performance from the festival’s first year and celebrated works from acclaimed contemporary companies are among the newly announced additions to this year’s Fire Island Dance Festival lineup.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 20, 2025
A poignant world premiere, a full-circle performance from the festival’s first year and celebrated works from acclaimed contemporary companies are among the newly announced additions to this year’s Fire Island Dance Festival lineup.
Two World Premieres and Three Celebrated Works to Take the Stage at Fire Island Dance Festival
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2025
Fire Island Dance Festival will return this summer to its stunning waterfront stage with two groundbreaking, reimagined takes on world-class works; a vibrant fusion of voguing, ballroom and contemporary dance; and two bold world premieres.
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2025
Fire Island Dance Festival will return this summer to its stunning waterfront stage with two groundbreaking, reimagined takes on world-class works; a vibrant fusion of voguing, ballroom and contemporary dance; and two bold world premieres.
Descubre Jazz·it: El Festival del estilo Jazz en Barcelona
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Dec 23, 2024
Una celebración única del estilo jazz y sus raíces.
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Dec 23, 2024
Una celebración única del estilo jazz y sus raíces.
Photos: Go Inside Broadway Advocacy Coalition's Artivism Ball
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 19, 2023
See photos from Broadway Advocacy Coalition's Artivism Ball!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 19, 2023
See photos from Broadway Advocacy Coalition's Artivism Ball!
The Tank to Present New Dance Premiere LITTLE MARBLE KISSES in August
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 24, 2023
Conceived by Sabrina Gail Lobner, Little Marble Kisses is a new dance work premiering at THE TANK, 312 W 36th St, New York, NY 10018.
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 24, 2023
Conceived by Sabrina Gail Lobner, Little Marble Kisses is a new dance work premiering at THE TANK, 312 W 36th St, New York, NY 10018.
Interview: World Choreography Awards Producer Allen Walls at Avalon Hollywood
by Valerie-Jean Miller - Nov 6, 2022
The World Choreography Awards will be held on November 15, 2022 at the Avalon Hollywood. Being its twelfth year in existence, I spoke with Allen Walls, Creator and Producer of the World Choreography Awards to catch up with this now seasoned Presentation and how it has been evolving through the years. I have reviewed the event in the past and it is a unique evening whose purpose is to present, celebrate and honor the best Choreographed Dance pieces or segments for the year in a now myriad of categories. It has also built upon it's live presentation and quality of live performances, special guests and hosting of the highest caliber.
by Valerie-Jean Miller - Nov 6, 2022
The World Choreography Awards will be held on November 15, 2022 at the Avalon Hollywood. Being its twelfth year in existence, I spoke with Allen Walls, Creator and Producer of the World Choreography Awards to catch up with this now seasoned Presentation and how it has been evolving through the years. I have reviewed the event in the past and it is a unique evening whose purpose is to present, celebrate and honor the best Choreographed Dance pieces or segments for the year in a now myriad of categories. It has also built upon it's live presentation and quality of live performances, special guests and hosting of the highest caliber.
James Kinney to Guest Moderate New York Theatre Barn's Choreography Lab Featuring NOTHING TO SEE HERE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 31, 2022
The 9th season of New York Theatre Barn’s Choreography Lab continues on Wednesday, September 21st, 2022 at 7PM ET. The in-person presentation will also be streamed live from Baryshnikov Arts Center in New York City. Choreographer James Kinney (Fosse) will be the lab's guest moderator.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 31, 2022
The 9th season of New York Theatre Barn’s Choreography Lab continues on Wednesday, September 21st, 2022 at 7PM ET. The in-person presentation will also be streamed live from Baryshnikov Arts Center in New York City. Choreographer James Kinney (Fosse) will be the lab's guest moderator.
Photos: Bernadette Peters, Michael R, Jackson, Matt Doyle and More Hit the Stage for BROADWAY BACKWARDS 2022
by A.A. Cristi - May 24, 2022
The best of Broadway came together to salute love in all forms on May 23, 2022, singing and dancing in celebration of LGBTQ+ stories and musical theater at the first live performance of Broadway Backwards since 2019. View photos from Broadway Backwards here.
by A.A. Cristi - May 24, 2022
The best of Broadway came together to salute love in all forms on May 23, 2022, singing and dancing in celebration of LGBTQ+ stories and musical theater at the first live performance of Broadway Backwards since 2019. View photos from Broadway Backwards here.
BROADWAY BACKWARDS 2022 Adds Norm Lewis, Michael R. Jackson, Joaquina Kalukango, and More!
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2022
More than a dozen of Broadway’s best have been added to the lineup performing songs from the musical theater canon through the lens of the LGBTQ+ experience at the in-person homecoming of Broadway Backwards, which is produced by Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS and benefits Broadway Cares and New York City’s LGBT Community Center.
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2022
More than a dozen of Broadway’s best have been added to the lineup performing songs from the musical theater canon through the lens of the LGBTQ+ experience at the in-person homecoming of Broadway Backwards, which is produced by Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS and benefits Broadway Cares and New York City’s LGBT Community Center.
Alexandra Billings, Jenn Colella, Bernadette Peters, George Salazar & More Join BROADWAY BACKWARDS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 28, 2022
Queer icons and adored allies will perform songs from the musical theater canon through the lens of the LGBTQ+ experience at next month’s in-person return of Broadway Backwards, which is produced by Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS and benefits Broadway Cares and New York City’s LGBT Community Center.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 28, 2022
Queer icons and adored allies will perform songs from the musical theater canon through the lens of the LGBTQ+ experience at next month’s in-person return of Broadway Backwards, which is produced by Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS and benefits Broadway Cares and New York City’s LGBT Community Center.
Broadway Backwards Will Return In-Person This Spring
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 13, 2022
Broadway Backwards, a celebration of LGBTQ+ stories told through the great songs of musical theater, returns to Broadway’s New Amsterdam Theatre (214 West 42nd Street, NYC) on Monday, May 23, 2022. A star-studded evening filled with triumph and joy, Broadway Backwards salutes love in all forms through the vitality of live theater.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 13, 2022
Broadway Backwards, a celebration of LGBTQ+ stories told through the great songs of musical theater, returns to Broadway’s New Amsterdam Theatre (214 West 42nd Street, NYC) on Monday, May 23, 2022. A star-studded evening filled with triumph and joy, Broadway Backwards salutes love in all forms through the vitality of live theater.
Fire Island Dance Festival Returns in Person in July
by Stephi Wild - Mar 21, 2022
A magnificent mélange of world-class dance performed on the sparkling sands of Fire Island Pines, this marks the first in-person festival since summer 2019. The annual weekend of established and emerging choreographers and companies is produced by and benefits Dancers Responding to AIDS, a program of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 21, 2022
A magnificent mélange of world-class dance performed on the sparkling sands of Fire Island Pines, this marks the first in-person festival since summer 2019. The annual weekend of established and emerging choreographers and companies is produced by and benefits Dancers Responding to AIDS, a program of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
Bebe Neuwirth to Pay Tribute to the Late Ann Reinking During 2021 Change How You See Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2021
POSITIVE EXPOSURE will present Steven Perlman, DDS, MScD, DHL, with the Spirit of Change Award and Xian Horn with the Rising Leader Award during their virtual 2021 Change How You See Celebration on September 22ND at 7:00 PM ET.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2021
POSITIVE EXPOSURE will present Steven Perlman, DDS, MScD, DHL, with the Spirit of Change Award and Xian Horn with the Rising Leader Award during their virtual 2021 Change How You See Celebration on September 22ND at 7:00 PM ET.
Student Blog: In the Studio with Dance Lab New York
by Student Blogger: Emily Brooks - Aug 12, 2021
Several years ago, Dance Lab New York pioneered its Broadway Choreography Intensive – a unique intensive for early-career choreographers to train specifically in theatrical choreography. As longtime fan of DLNY, I was thrilled to be accepted into the intensive myself, and I’m excited to take you into the studio with me.
by Student Blogger: Emily Brooks - Aug 12, 2021
Several years ago, Dance Lab New York pioneered its Broadway Choreography Intensive – a unique intensive for early-career choreographers to train specifically in theatrical choreography. As longtime fan of DLNY, I was thrilled to be accepted into the intensive myself, and I’m excited to take you into the studio with me.
Short Dance Film IT CRIES TOO LOUDLY Sheds Light on Anniversary of Beirut Explosion
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2021
With the upcoming first anniversary of the Beirut explosion on August 4th, 2020, Abingdon Theatre Company is shedding light on the art that has been created as a result of this tragedy. It Cries Too Loudly explores the overlap between joy and tragedy in her tumultuous home country and the experience of being an emigre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2021
With the upcoming first anniversary of the Beirut explosion on August 4th, 2020, Abingdon Theatre Company is shedding light on the art that has been created as a result of this tragedy. It Cries Too Loudly explores the overlap between joy and tragedy in her tumultuous home country and the experience of being an emigre.
Verdon Fosse Legacy Professional Training Program is Still Accepting Applications
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2021
Morning technique classes in ballet, East Indian, Afro-Cuban, rhythm, and acting set up the critical foundational training for the quintessential 'Fosse dancer.' Afternoons will be spent studying longer excerpts from signature pieces of Fosse choreography in an intimate, constructive, and challenging class environment.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2021
Morning technique classes in ballet, East Indian, Afro-Cuban, rhythm, and acting set up the critical foundational training for the quintessential 'Fosse dancer.' Afternoons will be spent studying longer excerpts from signature pieces of Fosse choreography in an intimate, constructive, and challenging class environment.
MELANCHOLY MAN: An Independent Dance Short Film Now Available For Digital Audiences
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 16, 2021
Melancholy Man, a dance short film, directed and choreographed by James Kinney with cinematography and editing by Pierre Marais is available for viewing on Vimeo, Social Media Platforms and selected film festivals beginning Wednesday, June 16th. The film is produced by Nicole LaFountaine.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 16, 2021
Melancholy Man, a dance short film, directed and choreographed by James Kinney with cinematography and editing by Pierre Marais is available for viewing on Vimeo, Social Media Platforms and selected film festivals beginning Wednesday, June 16th. The film is produced by Nicole LaFountaine.
The Verdon Fosse Legacy Announces Summer 2021 Residency At Broadway Dance Center
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2021
The Verdon Fosse Legacy is jazzed to be holding a 2021 summer residency at New York City's acclaimed Broadway Dance Center.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2021
The Verdon Fosse Legacy is jazzed to be holding a 2021 summer residency at New York City's acclaimed Broadway Dance Center.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has James Kinney been in?
James Kinney has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has James Kinney been in?
James Kinney has not appeared in the West End.
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