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Gavin Creel

Birth Place: Findlay, OH, USA

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Gavin James Creel (born April 18, 1976) is an American actor, singer, and songwriter best known for his work in musical theater. Upcoming: Walk on Through: Confessions of a Museum Novice (book, music and lyrics, originally commissioned by The Metropolitan Museum of Art.) Broadway: Hello, Dolly! (Tony Award); Hair (Tony nomination); Thoroughly Modern Millie (Tony nomination); Waitress; The Book of Mormon; She Loves Me; La Cage aux Folles. West End: The Book of Mormon (Olivier Award), Hair, Waitress, Mary Poppins. Television: PBS “Stars on Stage,” “American Horror Stories,” “Eloise at the Plaza” and “Eloise at Christmastime.” Original recordings: GOODTIMENATION, Quiet, Get Out. Graduate: University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre and Dance. Gavin is a Hermitage Artist Writing Fellow, and Walk on Through was selected for development at the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center’s 2022 National Musical Theatre Conference.

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Gavin Creel STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
MCC Theater Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
Gavin

[US Tour]
US Tour, 2023
Wolf

Cinderella's Prince

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2022
Wolf, Cinderella's Prince

[West End]
Original West End Production, 2021
Elder Price

[West End]
Original West End Production, 2019
Dr. Pomatter [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Company One-Night-Only Benefit, 2018
Billy Buck Chandler

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2017
Cornelius Hackl [Replacement]

Cornelius Hackl

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2016
Dr. Pomatter [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Broadway Revival, 2016
Kodaly

[US Tour]
1st National US Tour, 2012
Elder Price

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Elder Price [Replacement]

[West End]
London Revival, 2010
Claude

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2009
Claude

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival [Cancelled], 2008
Jesus

[West End]
Original London Production, 2004
Bert [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2004
Jean-Michel

[Broadway]
Actors' Fund Concert, 2004
Performer

Other Roles

[New York]
Workshop, 2004
Charles Darnay

[New York]
Workshop (i), 2004
Performer

[New York]
New York Concert, 2003
Performer

[Regional (US)]
World Premiere, 2003
Hollis Bessemer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Jimmy Smith

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2001
Father

Principal

The Tribe

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2001
Rick [Replacement]

Dillon [Replacement]

Lorraine [Replacement]

Pan [Replacement]

Bud [Replacement]

Pan/Bud/Daisy [Replacement]

Rick/Dillon/Lorraine [Replacement]

Daisy [Replacement]

[US Tour]
National Tour, 1999
Nick Piazza

[New York]
Workshop, 2001
Melchior

Writing



Gavin Creel TV Shows

She Loves Me Steven Kodaly

Rapunzel's Tangled Adventure Matthews

American Horror Stories Troy, Troy Winslow

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Review: Zachary Levi's Solo Concert Debut Dazzled at FanX

Hollywood and Broadway star Zachary Levi made his solo concert debut on Thursday, September 21, dazzling the sold-out crowd of fans in Salt Lake City with swagger and a set of big band favorites titled COME DANCE WITH ME: AN EVENING OF SWINGING HITS.

Review: CHEYENNE JACKSON Makes Welcome Return To NYC In Stunning 54 Below Debut

This was one of the special ones, and there are three chances left to see Cheyenne.

Bay Area Cabaret Reveals 2023-24 Season Lineup

Bay Area Cabaret has announced the 2023-24 season starring five exceptional and critically acclaimed cabaret, jazz and Broadway artists, all to be presented at the famed Venetian Room, Fairmont San Francisco, beginning Sunday, October 29 through Sunday, April 14. Learn more about the full season lineup here!

ALADDIN, HAMILTON, HADESTOWN & More Join Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction

The Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction will return to the heart of New York City’s Theater District on Sunday, October 1, 2023, and has added more tables from beloved Broadway shows and extraordinary auction lots.

54 SINGS BANDSTAND, Cheyenne Jackson, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week

Check out the lineup of performances next week at 54 Below!

Everything to Know About the 2023 Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction

It’s time to visit your Broadway happy place. The Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction will return to the heart of New York City’s Theater District with unique collectables, unparalleled experiences and celebrated stars on Sunday, October 1, 2023.

Sasha Allen, Madeline Benson & More to Star in Gavin Creel's WALK ON THROUGH: CONFESSIONS OF A MUSEUM NOVICE

MCC Theater has revealed the cast for the World Premiere of Walk on Through: Confessions of a Museum Novice, written and performed by Tony Award® winner Gavin Creel (Into the Woods). Learn how to purchase tickets!

Which Actors Have Done Multiple Broadway Shows Together?

This time, the reader question was: which actors have done multiple Broadway shows together?

Review: GAVIN CREEL IN CONCERT at Kennedy Center

There was nothing humdrum or lazy about last evening’s late summer Gavin Creel concert at Kennedy Center. The Broadway performer with just two other musicians ignited the stage and audience in the Terrace Theater with an evening of some familiar tunes mixed with a good chunk of songs from Creel’s upcoming musical at MCC in NY called Walk On Through: Confessions of A Museum Novice for which he is the creator of.

Shoshana Bean, Gavin Creel, Kerry Butler & More to Join Cheyenne Jackson's 54 Below Debut

Shoshana Bean, Gavin Creel, Kerry Butler, and more will be joining Cheyenne Jackson for his highly anticipated debut at 54 Below. Don't miss this star-studded lineup of talented performers as they deliver an unforgettable night of entertainment. Get all the details and book your tickets now!

Video: INTO THE WOODS Cast on What Sondheim Means to Them

The touring cast of 'Into The Woods' recently took to the red carpet in Los Angeles, where they shared what the work of the legendary Stephen Sondheim means to them. Check out the video here.

A GAGA GUIDE TO THE LOWER EAST SIDE Extends Through Late August

Discover the immersive theater experience of A GAGA GUIDE TO THE LOWER EAST SIDE, where history and celebrity culture collide. Explore Lady Gaga's Lower East Side and uncover hidden gems in this unique journey through time.

Listen: Kelli O'Hara Celebrates 200 Episodes of DRAMA. Podcast With Connor & Dylan MacDowell

Listen to Kelli O’Hara as the 200th guest on this week’s episode of the theatre and entertainment podcast DRAMA.

Photos: Spin Cycle & JCS Theater Company Present The World Premiere of TRY FOR THE KINGDOM

Spin Cycle & JCS Theater Company present the World Premiere of TRY FOR THE KINGDOM, a new play by Jake Shore (Holy Moly at The Flea), at The Vino Theater in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn. See photos from the production. 

INTO THE WOODS & More Lead Los Angeles' July 2023 Theater Top Picks

Los Angeles is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. July 2023's top picks include Into The Woods, Strew, and more!

Review: INTO THE WOODS at Ahmanson Theatre

the latest Broadway revival of INTO THE WOODS that wraps up its national tour at the Ahmanson Theatre, is fantastic. Director Lear deBessonet’s spin on this tale of wishes granted and their consequences both embraces the spirit of Lapine’s original productions and also sends the material off in a different direction.

Interview: Diane Phelan's A Cinderella Story For All Little Asian Girls in INTO THE WOODS

The Broadway production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s Tony Award winning Into the Woods has just landed at the Ahmanson Theatre through the end of July. Reprising their Broadway Roles will be Montego Glover, Stephanie J. Block, Sebastian Arcelus and Gavin Creel. New to this Into the Woods company, but not to the role of Cinderella, Diane Phelan was the first Filipino-American Cinderella in a major production of Into the Woods.

Video: Cast of INTO THE WOODS Talks Opening Night in Los Angeles

BroadwayWorld was at the final opening night for the Into the Woods tour, as the production begins its final engagement in Los Angeles at the Ahmanson Theater. See what the cast had to say about bringing this production to cities across the country.

Tony-Winner Gavin Creel To Perform In Concert At The Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center announces an intimate evening with Tony Award winner Gavin Creel as he shares the stage with fellow musicians Madeline Benson and Chris Peters to bring you favorite Broadway tunes, pop hits, and an exclusive preview of selections from Creel's thrilling new theatrical concert, Walk on Through.

New Musicals by Jason Robert Brown, Gavin Creel & More Set for MCC's 2023/24 Season

MCC Theater just announced their 2023-2024 season and we have all the details on their slate of world premiere musicals here!

Gavin Creel FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Gavin Creel has appeared on Broadway in 10 shows.

Gavin Creel has appeared on London's West End in 4 shows.

Gavin Creel's first West End show was Mary Poppins which opened in 2004

Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Hello, Dolly! , Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hello, Dolly! , Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hello, Dolly! , Best Actor in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for The Book of Mormon Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hair and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Thoroughly Modern Millie .

Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Hello, Dolly!, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hello, Dolly! Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hello, Dolly!and Best Actor in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for The Book of Mormon.

Gavin Creel's next show will be Walk on Through: Confessions of a Museum Novice which opens on 11/13/2023 on Off-Broadway.

Gavin Creel has written 1 shows including Walk on Through: Confessions of a Museum Novice (Writer).

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