Gower Champion
Birth Place: Geneva, IL, USA
Latest News on Gower Champion:
Photos: LEE ROY REAMS: BEHIND THE SCENES OF 42ND STREET at 54 Below (Nov 19, 2025)
Review: HELLO, DOLLY! at Olney Theatre Center (Nov 19, 2025)
Melissa Errico, SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED: THE FINAL SEASON and More Set for 54 Below Next Week (Nov 14, 2025)
Photos: LEE ROY REAMS: BEHIND THE SCENES OF 42ND STREET at 54 Below (Nov 19, 2025)
Review: HELLO, DOLLY! at Olney Theatre Center (Nov 19, 2025)
Melissa Errico, SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED: THE FINAL SEASON and More Set for 54 Below Next Week (Nov 14, 2025)
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
1939
Le Fils Americain
Cadet
"Reading, Writing and a Little Bit of Rhythm" Dancer
"South American Way" Dancer
"We Live of Love" / "We Haven't Got A Pot to Cook In" Dancer
Le Fils Americain
Cadet
"Reading, Writing and a Little Bit of Rhythm" Dancer
"South American Way" Dancer
"We Live of Love" / "We Haven't Got A Pot to Cook In" Dancer
Productions
Movies
Mr. Music
[ 1950 ] Gower Champion
[ 1950 ] Gower Champion
Show Boat
[ 1951 ] Frank Schultz
[ 1951 ] Frank Schultz
Everything I Have Is Yours
[ 1952 ] Chuck Hubbard
[ 1952 ] Chuck Hubbard
Lovely to Look At
[ 1952 ] Jerry Ralby
[ 1952 ] Jerry Ralby
Give a Girl a Break
[ 1953 ] Ted Sturgis
[ 1953 ] Ted Sturgis
Jupiter's Darling
[ 1955 ] Varius
[ 1955 ] Varius
Three for the Show
[ 1955 ] Vernon Lowndes
[ 1955 ] Vernon Lowndes
Bye Bye Birdie
[ 1963 ] directed & choreographed by
[ 1963 ] directed & choreographed by
42nd Street: The Musical
[ 2019 ] choreographer
[ 2019 ] choreographer
Awards and Nominations
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1981 - Outstanding Choreography
Gower Champion, 42nd Street
winner
Tony Awards - 1981 - Best Choreography
Gower Champion, 42nd Street
Tony Awards - 1981 - Best Direction of a Musical
Gower Champion, 42nd Street
Tony Awards - 1975 - Best Choreography
Gower Champion , Mack and Mabel
Tony Awards - 1975 - Best Direction of a Musical
Gower Champion, Mack and Mabel
Tony Awards - 1973 - Best Choreography
Gower Champion , sugar
Tony Awards - 1973 - Best Direction of a Musical
Gower Champion , Sugar
winner
Tony Awards - 1968 - Best Choreography
Gower Champion, The Happy Time
winner
Tony Awards - 1968 - Best Direction of a Musical
Gower Champion, The Happy Time
Tony Awards - 1967 - Best Direction of a Musical
Gower Champion, I Do! I Do!
winner
Tony Awards - 1964 - Best Choreography
Gower Champion , Hello, Dolly!
winner
Tony Awards - 1964 - Best Direction of a Musical
Gower Champion, Hello, Dolly!
Tony Awards - 1962 - Best Direction of a Musical
Gower Champion, Carnival
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1961 - Creative Contribution of the Season
Gower Champion
winner
Tony Awards - 1961 - Best Choreography
Gower Champion, Bye Bye Birdie
winner
Tony Awards - 1961 - Best Direction of a Musical
Gower Champion, Bye Bye Birdie
winner
Tony Awards - 1949 - Best Choreography
Gower Champion, Lend an Ear
Videos
VIDEO: Bernadette Peters Returns to ZOEY'S EXTRAORDINARY PLAYLIST
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-04-15 14:35:59
VIDEO: On This Day, February 28- Happy Birthday, Bernadette Peters!
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-02-28 16:44:47
VIDEO: Stanley Donen Receives Lifetime Achievement Award at the 1998 Oscars
by Stephi Wild - 2019-02-23 17:29:33
VIDEO: Watch Bette Midler Talk the Challenges of HELLO, DOLLY! on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2018-08-09 13:59:38
VIDEO: On This Day, April 20: Bette is Back Where She Belongs in HELLO DOLLY! On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-04-20 16:53:18
BWW Flashback: HELLO, DOLLY! Comes to Broadway (for the First Time) with Carol Channing!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-01-16 09:36:24
VIDEO: Beanie Feldstein Reveals How LADY BIRD Led to Her Broadway Debut
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-12-21 06:57:28
TV: Bette Midler Responds with Elegance to Her Onstage Birthday Surprise
by Julie Musbach - 2017-12-02 17:08:49
VIDEO: Take a Closer Look at Broadway's HELLO, DOLLY! Vinyl Edition
by BWW News Desk - 2017-11-17 14:05:50
TV: Maria Friedman, Andrea McArdle, Lee Roy Reams and Winifred Sanderson (?) Preview Their Fall Shows at Feinstein's/54 Below!
by Nicole Rosky - 2017-09-24 14:00:46
VIDEO: Bette Midler Contemplates Return to Broadway Following HELLO, DOLLY!
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-08-07 08:50:16
Tony Awards Close-Up: Which Broadway Bestie is HELLO, DOLLY!'s Gavin Creel Happiest For? Find Out!
by Nicole Rosky - 2017-05-05 15:04:14
TV: Professional Dancers Society Honors Carol Channing Mandy Moore & More!
by Michael Sterling - 2017-05-02 13:27:19
She's Back Where She Belongs! Bette Midler Takes Her Comedic Opening Night Bow
by Julie Musbach - 2017-04-21 12:40:46
STAGE TUBE: Bette Midler Talks DOLLY, HOCUS POCUS, and More on NBC's TODAY!
by Ashlee Latimer - 2016-12-04 10:29:07
VIDEO: David Hyde Pierce Talks HELLO DOLLY, A LIFE & More on 'Live'
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-10-18 13:55:14
News
Photos: LEE ROY REAMS: BEHIND THE SCENES OF 42ND STREET at 54 Below
by Stephen Sorokoff - Nov 19, 2025
See photos from the 11/18 show
by Stephen Sorokoff - Nov 19, 2025
See photos from the 11/18 show
Review: HELLO, DOLLY! at Olney Theatre Center
by Ken Kemp - Nov 19, 2025
This holiday season Olney Theatre Center's Hello, Dolly! gives audiences a chance to see a rarely performed classic on the Roberts Mainstage, in an entertaining production that harks back to the Golden Age of Broadway musicals.
by Ken Kemp - Nov 19, 2025
This holiday season Olney Theatre Center's Hello, Dolly! gives audiences a chance to see a rarely performed classic on the Roberts Mainstage, in an entertaining production that harks back to the Golden Age of Broadway musicals.
Melissa Errico, SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED: THE FINAL SEASON and More Set for 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025
Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Melissa Errico, Sondheim Unplugged: The Final Season and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025
Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Melissa Errico, Sondheim Unplugged: The Final Season and more.
Review: Musical Theatre West Welcomes Back HELLO, DOLLY!
by Michael Quintos - Oct 22, 2025
During the recent opening night performance of Musical Theatre West's vibrant new production of the 10-time Tony Award-winning 1964 musical HELLO, DOLLY!, the enthusiastically appreciative audience might as well have chanted 'Hello, Tami!' judging from the reactions during the show's finalé bows. Making her long-awaited return to a Southern California musical theatre stage production after quite a long absence, local favorite Tami Tappan Damiano is nothing short of brilliant taking on the title role in a gorgeous, earnestly joy-filled new local revival of the classic musical, which continues performances at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach, CA through November 2.
by Michael Quintos - Oct 22, 2025
During the recent opening night performance of Musical Theatre West's vibrant new production of the 10-time Tony Award-winning 1964 musical HELLO, DOLLY!, the enthusiastically appreciative audience might as well have chanted 'Hello, Tami!' judging from the reactions during the show's finalé bows. Making her long-awaited return to a Southern California musical theatre stage production after quite a long absence, local favorite Tami Tappan Damiano is nothing short of brilliant taking on the title role in a gorgeous, earnestly joy-filled new local revival of the classic musical, which continues performances at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach, CA through November 2.
AN EVENING WITH BERNADETTE PETERS is Coming to La Mirada Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 5, 2025
La Mirada Theatre will present a special concert event with Broadway, film, & TV legend performing the best of Broadway and beyond, AN EVENING WITH BERNADETTE PETERS. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 5, 2025
La Mirada Theatre will present a special concert event with Broadway, film, & TV legend performing the best of Broadway and beyond, AN EVENING WITH BERNADETTE PETERS. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Interview: KIMMEL'S KRITZERLAND: YOUNG AT HEART!
by Gavin Glynn - Jun 23, 2025
Bruce Kimmel the preeminent LA Cabaret impresario and the most successful producer of Broadway music recordings is hosting KRITZERLAND: Young At Heart from the very start of singing Cabaret. Catalina Jazz Club will present new faces and rising stars of Broadway performers on Cabaret Tuesday 6/24/25.
by Gavin Glynn - Jun 23, 2025
Bruce Kimmel the preeminent LA Cabaret impresario and the most successful producer of Broadway music recordings is hosting KRITZERLAND: Young At Heart from the very start of singing Cabaret. Catalina Jazz Club will present new faces and rising stars of Broadway performers on Cabaret Tuesday 6/24/25.
Frank DiLella and Gracie Lawrence Join HELLO, DOLLY! Concert at Carnegie Hall
by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2025
Spectrum News NY1's Frank Dilella will join Lee Roy Reams to co-host Hello, Dolly!, the company's one-night-only concert, as well as Tony nominee Gracie Lawrence, currently performing in Just In Time.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2025
Spectrum News NY1's Frank Dilella will join Lee Roy Reams to co-host Hello, Dolly!, the company's one-night-only concert, as well as Tony nominee Gracie Lawrence, currently performing in Just In Time.
Best Cabaret in June 2025: Tony Danza, Darren Criss, Bridgett Everett & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jun 1, 2025
We've put together a list of some of the biggest stars of the stage and screen and the biggest names in jazz, cabaret and Broadway with shows in NYC - at a range of budget points. Now's your chance to see these stars live in an intimate venue.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jun 1, 2025
We've put together a list of some of the biggest stars of the stage and screen and the biggest names in jazz, cabaret and Broadway with shows in NYC - at a range of budget points. Now's your chance to see these stars live in an intimate venue.
Kate Baldwin, Santino Fontana, J. Harrison Ghee and More to Star in HELLO, DOLLY! at Carnegie Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2025
Hello, Dolly!, featuring an all-star cast of Tony Award winners and nominees, will be the eleventh presentation in the Anne L. Bernstein Concert Series—for one night only. Learn how to attend!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2025
Hello, Dolly!, featuring an all-star cast of Tony Award winners and nominees, will be the eleventh presentation in the Anne L. Bernstein Concert Series—for one night only. Learn how to attend!
Spotlight: 42ND STREET at The Gateway Playhouse
by BWW Special Offer - May 16, 2025
Celebrate the Magic of Musical Theater with 42nd Street at The Gateway Playhouse
by BWW Special Offer - May 16, 2025
Celebrate the Magic of Musical Theater with 42nd Street at The Gateway Playhouse
Plano Symphony Orchestra Will Host An Evening With Bernadette Peters
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2025
The Plano Symphony Orchestra will bring the incomparable Bernadette Peters to Dallas for an inspiring evening of music in August. Learn more about the performance here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2025
The Plano Symphony Orchestra will bring the incomparable Bernadette Peters to Dallas for an inspiring evening of music in August. Learn more about the performance here!
42 STREET to Open The Gateway's 76th Season in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2025
Come along and listen to the lullaby of Broadway as The Gateway starts its 76th Season with the tap sensation 42nd Street - a show that celebrates the magic of Broadway! Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2025
Come along and listen to the lullaby of Broadway as The Gateway starts its 76th Season with the tap sensation 42nd Street - a show that celebrates the magic of Broadway! Learn how to purchase tickets.
FINDING NEVERLAND Regional Premiere & More Set for OFC Creations Theatre 'Broadway In Brighton' 2025-2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 1, 2025
OFC Creations Theatre has announced the 2025-2026 Broadway in Brighton Series, back for a third year, after last season's lineup featured Tony and Emmy nominated actors from Hollywood and Broadway.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 1, 2025
OFC Creations Theatre has announced the 2025-2026 Broadway in Brighton Series, back for a third year, after last season's lineup featured Tony and Emmy nominated actors from Hollywood and Broadway.
Garrett Clayton as 'The Grinch' and More Set for OFC Creations 25-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2025
OFC Creations Theatre has revealed the 2025-2026 Broadway in Brighton Series, back for a third year. OFC's Broadway in Brighton Series is comprised of six professional musical productions. See full programming and learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2025
OFC Creations Theatre has revealed the 2025-2026 Broadway in Brighton Series, back for a third year. OFC's Broadway in Brighton Series is comprised of six professional musical productions. See full programming and learn more!
Review: BACKSTAGE BABBLE Brought Flops Back to Life at 54 Below
by Andrew Poretz - Feb 25, 2025
Charles Kirsch’s latest Backstage Babble was a fun resurrection of songs from mostly flop shows that quickly failed on Broadway or out of town. The theme was inspired by Joe Allen's “flop wall” of posters from shows that closed in the first week.
by Andrew Poretz - Feb 25, 2025
Charles Kirsch’s latest Backstage Babble was a fun resurrection of songs from mostly flop shows that quickly failed on Broadway or out of town. The theme was inspired by Joe Allen's “flop wall” of posters from shows that closed in the first week.
Review: RICHARD SKIPPER CELEBRATES 'HELLO, DOLLY!' at Green Room 42 Is Full of History & Joy
by Rob Lester - Dec 31, 2024
RICHARD SKIPPER CELEBRATES 'HELLO, DOLLY!' revisits a classic musical with history and joy. See this cabaret-style song & talk show the next time it comes around.
by Rob Lester - Dec 31, 2024
RICHARD SKIPPER CELEBRATES 'HELLO, DOLLY!' revisits a classic musical with history and joy. See this cabaret-style song & talk show the next time it comes around.
Broadway Jukebox: The Best of Bernadette Peters
by Sidney Paterra - Nov 16, 2024
Sing along to this playlist featuring just 60 of Bernadette Peters' greatest hits. Enjoy songs from musicals like: Into the Woods, Follies, Song and Dance, Sunday in the Park with George, Annie Get Your Gun, and many more!
by Sidney Paterra - Nov 16, 2024
Sing along to this playlist featuring just 60 of Bernadette Peters' greatest hits. Enjoy songs from musicals like: Into the Woods, Follies, Song and Dance, Sunday in the Park with George, Annie Get Your Gun, and many more!
Eva Noblezada, James Lapine and More Join York Theatre Company Gala Honoring Bernadette Peters And Ted Snowdon
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2024
The York Theatre Company announced additional performers for its gala honoring Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon on November 11 at The Edison Ballroom, promising a memorable evening of celebration.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2024
The York Theatre Company announced additional performers for its gala honoring Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon on November 11 at The Edison Ballroom, promising a memorable evening of celebration.
Video: Bernadette Peters Remembers First Time Meeting Stephen Sondheim
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 24, 2024
Tony-award-winning performer Bernadette Peters visited Late Night with Seth Meyers on Wednesday to talk about her upcoming Carnegie Hall performance as part of their Originals Concert Series. She also recalled her first time meeting composer Stephen Sondheim. Watch the interview now!
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 24, 2024
Tony-award-winning performer Bernadette Peters visited Late Night with Seth Meyers on Wednesday to talk about her upcoming Carnegie Hall performance as part of their Originals Concert Series. She also recalled her first time meeting composer Stephen Sondheim. Watch the interview now!
Bernadette Peters to Join Pacific Symphony for the 2024-25 Pops Season Opener
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2024
Bernadette Peters joins Pacific Symphony for the 2024-25 Pops Season opener, performing classic show tunes and timeless melodies under the baton of Enrico Lopez-Yañez in Orange County. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2024
Bernadette Peters joins Pacific Symphony for the 2024-25 Pops Season opener, performing classic show tunes and timeless melodies under the baton of Enrico Lopez-Yañez in Orange County. Learn how to purchase tickets.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Gower Champion been in?
Gower Champion has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.
How many West End shows has Gower Champion been in?
Gower Champion has not appeared in the West End
What awards has Gower Champion been nominated for?
Gower Champion has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. Some of his nominations include Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for "42nd Street," Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for "42nd Street," Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for "42nd Street," Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for "Mack and Mabel," Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for "Mack and Mabel," Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for "Sugar," Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for "Sugar," Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for "The Happy Time," Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for "The Happy Time," Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for "I Do! I Do!," Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for "Hello, Dolly!," Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for "Hello, Dolly!," Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for "Carnival," Creative Contribution of the Season (Outer Critics Circle Awards), Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for "Bye Bye Birdie," Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for "Bye Bye Birdie," and Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for "Lend an Ear."
What awards has Gower Champion won?
Gower Champion has won several awards throughout his career. He received the Outstanding Choreography award at the Drama Desk Awards for his work on "42nd Street." He also won the Best Choreography award at the Tony Awards for "42nd Street," "The Happy Time," and "Hello, Dolly!" Additionally, he won the Best Direction of a Musical award at the Tony Awards for "Sugar," "The Happy Time," and "Hello, Dolly!" He was also honored with the Creative Contribution of the Season award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Furthermore, Champion won the Best Choreography award at the Tony Awards for "Bye Bye Birdie" and "Lend an Ear," and the Best Direction of a Musical award at the Tony Awards for "Bye Bye Birdie."
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