Christen Svingos
Latest News on Christen Svingos:
A Hot Time: SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER at Toby's in Columbia, Maryland (Sep 23, 2025)
Review: A Lively Time At Toby's 9 TO 5 In Columbia (Feb 12, 2025)
BWW Review: IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS FLURRIES INTO TOBY'S IN COLUMBIA (Nov 16, 2021)
A Hot Time: SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER at Toby's in Columbia, Maryland (Sep 23, 2025)
Review: A Lively Time At Toby's 9 TO 5 In Columbia (Feb 12, 2025)
BWW Review: IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS FLURRIES INTO TOBY'S IN COLUMBIA (Nov 16, 2021)
BIO
Christen Svingos is a choreographer and performer whose work is defined by a deep commitment to storytelling through movement. She began her career as a performer at Toby’s Dinner Theatre in 2008 before transitioning to choreography in 2010. Her choreography for "Memphis the Musical" earned a Helen Hayes Award nomination. Productions of Hairspray, In the Heights, and White Christmas are stand out memories. She loves creating magic with the actors at Toby's.
Christen holds a Master’s degree in Dance Education from New York University (NYU), where she honed her craft in blending technical precision, expressive storytelling and ability to teach. She has choreographed for local institutions such as Catholic University, Montgomery College Summer Dinner Theatre, and the Washington Savoyards. She currently is a dance educator in Howard County Public Schools.
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A Hot Time: SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER at Toby's in Columbia, Maryland
by Cybele Pomeroy - Sep 23, 2025
Mark Minnick directs SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER at Toby's in Columbia through November 2, 2025. The music is most of the Saturday Night Fever album by the incomparable BeeGees. It’s a terrific immersive experience, filled with color and sound. The band is flawless, the vocals impressive, the choreography inspired, and the cast’s commitment to the performance unrestrained.
by Cybele Pomeroy - Sep 23, 2025
Mark Minnick directs SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER at Toby's in Columbia through November 2, 2025. The music is most of the Saturday Night Fever album by the incomparable BeeGees. It’s a terrific immersive experience, filled with color and sound. The band is flawless, the vocals impressive, the choreography inspired, and the cast’s commitment to the performance unrestrained.
Review: A Lively Time At Toby's 9 TO 5 In Columbia
by Cybele Pomeroy - Feb 12, 2025
9 TO 5 at Toby’s is a treat for all your senses, with color-saturated visuals, harmonious, heartwarming songs created especially for the show and strong characters you’ll adore. It’s just the thing to relieve winter ‘blahs’ and get your toes tapping. Experienced performers have snappy timing, and dramatic lighting fosters swift set changes to retain the rapid pacing. The buffet is ample, the service is speedy and Toby's devotion to a quality experience is unparallelled.
by Cybele Pomeroy - Feb 12, 2025
9 TO 5 at Toby’s is a treat for all your senses, with color-saturated visuals, harmonious, heartwarming songs created especially for the show and strong characters you’ll adore. It’s just the thing to relieve winter ‘blahs’ and get your toes tapping. Experienced performers have snappy timing, and dramatic lighting fosters swift set changes to retain the rapid pacing. The buffet is ample, the service is speedy and Toby's devotion to a quality experience is unparallelled.
BWW Review: IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS FLURRIES INTO TOBY'S IN COLUMBIA
by Cybele Pomeroy - Nov 16, 2021
In the tradition of ‘40s musicals, WHITE CHRISTMAS tugs heartstrings and brightens spirits. The timeless music of Irving Berlin combined with the dedication and talent of Toby’s yields a family-friendly show sure to give you cocoa-and-fireplace feelings no matter the weather
by Cybele Pomeroy - Nov 16, 2021
In the tradition of ‘40s musicals, WHITE CHRISTMAS tugs heartstrings and brightens spirits. The timeless music of Irving Berlin combined with the dedication and talent of Toby’s yields a family-friendly show sure to give you cocoa-and-fireplace feelings no matter the weather
Tiffany Mann, Kyle Taylor Parker, & David Rowen Lead JOYFUL, JOYFUL Remake for Social Change
by Robert Diamond - Nov 14, 2016
David Rowen, producer of YouTube series davidrowen/creative, assembled a diverse group of Broadway/theatre performers to remake and put a spin on the classic gospel medley, 'Joyful, Joyful,' from the Whoopi Goldberg and Lauryn Hill film, Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit. The video is the creative element of a larger project to promote positive social change, and to raise awareness and charity for Teen and Police Service (TAPS) Academy, which is a program that connects at-risk youth and law enforcement to build trust and understanding between the two groups.
by Robert Diamond - Nov 14, 2016
David Rowen, producer of YouTube series davidrowen/creative, assembled a diverse group of Broadway/theatre performers to remake and put a spin on the classic gospel medley, 'Joyful, Joyful,' from the Whoopi Goldberg and Lauryn Hill film, Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit. The video is the creative element of a larger project to promote positive social change, and to raise awareness and charity for Teen and Police Service (TAPS) Academy, which is a program that connects at-risk youth and law enforcement to build trust and understanding between the two groups.
SIDE SHOW, SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE Top 2015 Helen Hayes Awards - All the Winners!
by BWW News Desk - Apr 7, 2015
Tonight before a crowd of 1,200 theatre-makers and theatre-lovers at the historic Lincoln Theatre, theatreWashington celebrated excellence on Washington stages at the 2015 Helen Hayes Awards. The awards celebration was a night of excitement and surprise as 57 Washington theatre artists, theatres, and ensembles received honors in 47 categories for their outstanding accomplishments during the 2014 theatre season. Scroll down for the full list of winners!
by BWW News Desk - Apr 7, 2015
Tonight before a crowd of 1,200 theatre-makers and theatre-lovers at the historic Lincoln Theatre, theatreWashington celebrated excellence on Washington stages at the 2015 Helen Hayes Awards. The awards celebration was a night of excitement and surprise as 57 Washington theatre artists, theatres, and ensembles received honors in 47 categories for their outstanding accomplishments during the 2014 theatre season. Scroll down for the full list of winners!
The 2015 Helen Hayes Awards Held Tonight in D.C.
by BWW News Desk - Apr 6, 2015
One of the country's most prestigious cultural honors, The Helen Hayes Awards recognizes and celebrates excellence in professional theatre throughout the Washington metropolitan area. theatreWashington will host The 2015 Helen Hayes Awards ceremony tonight, April 6, 2015 at the historic Lincoln Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - Apr 6, 2015
One of the country's most prestigious cultural honors, The Helen Hayes Awards recognizes and celebrates excellence in professional theatre throughout the Washington metropolitan area. theatreWashington will host The 2015 Helen Hayes Awards ceremony tonight, April 6, 2015 at the historic Lincoln Theatre.
2015 Helen Hayes Award Nominations Announced!
by BWW News Desk - Jan 27, 2015
Tonight before a crowd of 150 theatre makers and theatre lovers, theatreWashington announced the nominees for the 2015 Helen Hayes Awards. One of the country's most prestigious cultural honors, The Helen Hayes Awards recognizes and celebrates excellence in professional theatre throughout the Washington metropolitan area. Watch the full announcement below, and scroll down for the list of nominees!
by BWW News Desk - Jan 27, 2015
Tonight before a crowd of 150 theatre makers and theatre lovers, theatreWashington announced the nominees for the 2015 Helen Hayes Awards. One of the country's most prestigious cultural honors, The Helen Hayes Awards recognizes and celebrates excellence in professional theatre throughout the Washington metropolitan area. Watch the full announcement below, and scroll down for the list of nominees!
BWW Reviews: Rousing MEMPHIS at Toby's Proves You Can Do Worse Than Be Formulaic
by Jack L. B. Gohn - Sep 16, 2014
So far as I know, Toby's staging of Memphis: The Musical is the first local production to date in the Baltimore area, certainly one of the first, and a worthy introduction of the show to the region. It seems to have everything that the Broadway show has: fiery, precise dancing, tuneful belting of catchy songs, great period costumes. In other words, a sure-fire great time, as one would expect for a musical that, on Broadway, won the Tony for Best Musical, Best Score, and Best Book.
by Jack L. B. Gohn - Sep 16, 2014
So far as I know, Toby's staging of Memphis: The Musical is the first local production to date in the Baltimore area, certainly one of the first, and a worthy introduction of the show to the region. It seems to have everything that the Broadway show has: fiery, precise dancing, tuneful belting of catchy songs, great period costumes. In other words, a sure-fire great time, as one would expect for a musical that, on Broadway, won the Tony for Best Musical, Best Score, and Best Book.
BroadwayWorld Baltimore Awards LAST CHANCE TO VOTE - Jessica Vacarro Leads!
by Christina Mancuso - Dec 27, 2013
Voting is now underway for Baltimore! We have a record number of votes in already, but if you haven't voted yet, click here to vote! If you have voted already, tell your friends.
by Christina Mancuso - Dec 27, 2013
Voting is now underway for Baltimore! We have a record number of votes in already, but if you haven't voted yet, click here to vote! If you have voted already, tell your friends.
BroadwayWorld Baltimore Holiday Madness Awards Update 12/20 - Shane Lowry Leads!
by Christina Mancuso - Dec 20, 2013
Voting is now underway for Baltimore! We have a record number of votes in already, but if you haven't voted yet, click here to vote! If you have voted already, tell your friends.
by Christina Mancuso - Dec 20, 2013
Voting is now underway for Baltimore! We have a record number of votes in already, but if you haven't voted yet, click here to vote! If you have voted already, tell your friends.
Baltimore Winter Storm Watch Awards Update 12/13 - Stephen Nachamie Leads Choreography!
by Christina Mancuso - Dec 13, 2013
Voting is now underway for Baltimore! We have a record number of votes in already, but if you haven't voted yet, click here to vote! If you have voted already, tell your friends.
by Christina Mancuso - Dec 13, 2013
Voting is now underway for Baltimore! We have a record number of votes in already, but if you haven't voted yet, click here to vote! If you have voted already, tell your friends.
BroadwayWorld Baltimore Awards Update 12/6 - Knowlton Catching Drown!
by Christina Mancuso - Dec 6, 2013
Voting is now underway for Baltimore! We have a record number of votes in already, but if you haven't voted yet, click here to vote! If you have voted already, tell your friends.
by Christina Mancuso - Dec 6, 2013
Voting is now underway for Baltimore! We have a record number of votes in already, but if you haven't voted yet, click here to vote! If you have voted already, tell your friends.
Post-Thanksgiving BroadwayWorld Baltimore Awards Update 11/29 - Drown Catching Up to Knowlton!
by Christina Mancuso - Nov 29, 2013
Voting is now underway for Baltimore! We have a record number of votes in already, but if you haven't voted yet, click here to vote! If you have voted already, tell your friends.
by Christina Mancuso - Nov 29, 2013
Voting is now underway for Baltimore! We have a record number of votes in already, but if you haven't voted yet, click here to vote! If you have voted already, tell your friends.
BroadwayWorld Baltimore Awards Update 11/22 - Nelson, DeJulio in a Dead Tie!
by Christina Mancuso - Nov 22, 2013
Voting is now underway for Baltimore! We have a record number of votes in already, but if you haven't voted yet, click here to vote! If you have voted already, tell your friends.
by Christina Mancuso - Nov 22, 2013
Voting is now underway for Baltimore! We have a record number of votes in already, but if you haven't voted yet, click here to vote! If you have voted already, tell your friends.
BWW Reviews: IN THE HEIGHTS at Toby's Dinner Theatre of Columbia - A Smashing Success
by Charles Shubow - May 21, 2013
Tony-winning musical brings a breath of fresh air to dinner theatre patrons.
by Charles Shubow - May 21, 2013
Tony-winning musical brings a breath of fresh air to dinner theatre patrons.
Toby's Dinner Theatre of Baltimore Presents CATS 9/16-11/7
by BWW News Desk - Nov 7, 2010
Toby's Dinner Theatre of Baltimore. "Cats" runs September 16,2010 - November7, 2010.
by BWW News Desk - Nov 7, 2010
Toby's Dinner Theatre of Baltimore. "Cats" runs September 16,2010 - November7, 2010.
A Theatre Lover's Guide to DC/Capital Area Theatres " October 2010 Offerings
by Joel Markowitz - Sep 26, 2010
by Joel Markowitz - Sep 26, 2010
Toby's Dinner Theatre of Baltimore Presents CATS 9/16-11/7
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 17, 2010
Toby's Dinner Theatre of Baltimore. "Cats" runs September 16,2010 - November7, 2010.
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 17, 2010
Toby's Dinner Theatre of Baltimore. "Cats" runs September 16,2010 - November7, 2010.
Charm City Call Board: September 16 - 22
by James Howard - Sep 16, 2008
NEW THIS WEEK! A Chorus Line at Winters Lane! New Show at Performance Workshop and Creative Alliance! Help Wanted at Spotlighters!
by James Howard - Sep 16, 2008
NEW THIS WEEK! A Chorus Line at Winters Lane! New Show at Performance Workshop and Creative Alliance! Help Wanted at Spotlighters!
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