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Jeff Calhoun BIO

Broadway: Newsies, Bonnie & Clyde, Grey Gardens, Deaf West's Big River (2004 Tony Honor, Excellence in Theatre), Brooklyn, Bells Are Ringing (2001 Revival), Annie Get Your Gun (1999 Tony Award, Best Revival), Grease (1994 Tony nomination, Best Choreography), Tommy Tune Tonite!, The Will Rogers Follies.
West End/International: Disney's High School Musical 1 & 2: On Stage!.
Regional/National tour: Jekyll & Hyde, Upcoming National Tour; Disney's Newsies, Paper Mill Playhouse; Jane Austen's Emma: A Musical Romantic Comedy (2011 Craig Noel Award, Outstanding Resident Musical), The Old Globe; Bonnie & Clyde (2009 San Diego Critics Circle Award, Outstanding New Musical and Outstanding Director of a Musical), Asolo Rep Theatre and La Jolla Playhouse; Dolly Parton's 9 to 5: The Musical, 1st National Tour; Deaf West's Pippin, Mark Taper Forum; Disney's High School Musical: On Tour!, Disney Theatrical; The Civil War and Shenandoah, Ford's Theatre. Ford's Theatre Associate Artist.

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Jeff Calhoun STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
1983
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1983
Captain Billy Buck Chandler [Replacement]

Captain Billy Buck Chandler (Standby) [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1982
Daniel

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[West End, 2019]
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[Regional (US), 2018]
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[Regional (US), 2017]
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[US Tour, 2014]
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[Broadway, 2013]
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[West End, 2012]
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[US Tour, 2012]
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[Broadway, 2011]
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[Regional (US), 2011]
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[Off-Broadway, 2011]
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[US Tour, 2010]
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[New York, 2009]
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[West End, 2008]
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[Broadway, 2006]
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[Off-Broadway, 2006]
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[New York, 2005]
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[New York, 2005]
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[Broadway, 2004]
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[US Tour, 2004]
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[Broadway, 2003]
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Choreographic Consultant
 
[Broadway, 2003]
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[Regional (US), 2003]
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[Off-Broadway, 2000]
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[Broadway, 1999]
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[Off-Broadway, 1998]
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[Broadway, 1994]
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[Broadway, 1994]
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[Broadway, 1992]
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[Broadway, 1991]
Associate Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1987]
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[Broadway, 1985]
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[US Tour, 2008]
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[West End, 2008]
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[US Tour, 2006]
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Producer

Jeff Calhoun Movies

[1982]The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas Aggie

[1986]Weekend Warriors choreographer

[1989]Happy Together choreographer

[1990]Downtown choreographer

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Photos: HERE LIES LOVE Star Arielle Jacobs Gets Her Caricature Unveiled at Sardi's

Arielle Jacobs received her portrait at Sardi's. Check out photos from the unveiling here!

Cast Set for World Premiere of SUGAR HILL: THE ELLINGTON/STRAYHORN NUTCRACKER

The complete cast has been set for the world premiere of Sugar Hill: The Ellington/Strayhorn Nutcracker. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Bartlett Sher, Saheem Ali, Bonnie Milligan & More to Join Stage Directors And Choreographers Foundation Fundraiser

Saheem Ali, Bonnie Milligan, Bartlett Sher, and more are coming together to support the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation in a fundraising event. Learn more about this exciting benefit featuring prominent directors and choreographers.

Will Nunziata Joins TRY IT LIKE THIS Fundraiser for Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation

Director Will Nunziata will join the lineup for Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation's Try It Like This: Directors and Choreographers Take the Stage, an evening of performances on Monday, October 16, 2023 at 54 Below in New York City. Get more information about the event here!

The Wick Kicks Off 10th Season With I LOVE A PIANO! A Rousing Celebration of the Music and Lyrics of Irving Berlin

The Wick Theatre opens the 2023-2024 season with a celebration of its 10th anniversary by bringing back to their stage a beloved musical featuring an extravagant array of Irving Berlin's greatest songs. I Love a Piano, directed by D.J. Salisbury.

BWW Q&A: Jeff Calhoun of ELVIS - A MUSICAL REVOLUTION at Walnut Street Theatre

BroadwayWorld sat down with Jeff Calhoun, who is currently directing Elvis - A Musical Revolution at Walnut Street Theatre. The new musical Elvis – A Musical Revolution will make its Philadelphia premiere at the Walnut Street Theatre. Directed and choreographed by two-time Tony Award nominated director Jeff Calhoun, the production begins previews October 3, and opens October 11.

Nashville Rep's Season-Opening 9 to 5: The Musical Kicks Off An Eagerly Anticipated Slate of Theater

Baker’s superb direction brings all the various moving parts of this huge production together to deliver a gratifyingly heartfelt paean to the millions of working women (and men) who inspired the screenplay and musical book by Patricia Resnick. Baker’s vision for the piece, in concert with her team of collaborators, delivers a production of 9 to 5: The Musical that is delightfully fresh and new, eschewing the tendency of some directors to offer a rehash of what’s already been seen on Broadway, on tour or in regional theater.

Jerry Mitchell, JoAnn M. Hunter, James Lapine & More to Join TRY IT LIKE THIS Fundraiser for SDCF

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation has revealed the initial slate of directors and choreographers for Try It Like This: Directors and Choreographers Take the Stage. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets!

Jeff Calhoun Directed ELVIS - A MUSICAL REVOLUTION Opens the Season at the Walnut Street Theatre

The new musical Elvis – A Musical Revolution will make it's North American premiere at the Walnut Street Theatre. Directed and choreographed by two-time Tony Award-nominated director Jeff Calhoun, the production begins previews October 3, and opens October 11.

SOME LIKE IT HOT, PARADE, and More Take Home 2023 Drama Desk Awards; Full List of Winners!

Winners for the 67th Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced today. Among the big winners were Some Like It Hot, Parade, and more.

Video: First Look at the World Premiere of HIS STORY: THE MUSICAL

His Story: The Musical, the world-premiere musical is now playing at the new state-of-the-art Broadway Tent at Grandscape in Texas.  Check out an all new behind the scenes video here!

Photos: First Look at HIS STORY: THE MUSICAL World Premiere

Get a first look at photos of the world premiere of His Story: The Musical.

HIS STORY THE MUSICAL's Jataria Heyward Takes Over Our Instagram Today!

Tune in to our Instagram story today as Jataria Heyward takes you behind the scenes of His Story the Musical!

Interview: Rick Hip-Flores Talks World Premiere of HIS STORY: THE MUSICAL, A Jesus Story for the 21st Century

Read BroadwayWorld's interview with Rick Hip-Flores, the Orchestrator, Music Supervisor and Arranger for the new world premiere musical His Story, a contemporary pop musical based on the life of Jesus.

Photos: Olivia Oguma and Kate Rigg Host DisOrientalism at Joe's Pub

Celebrating Asian American Heritage Month, Comedian Kate Siahaan-Rigg and Olivia Oguma (Mamma Mia, A Christmas Carol) host Disorientalism in Joes Pub at the Public Theatre. Part 4 of their ongoing show. This is a musical and comedic fun filled show featuring New York’s premier Asian American performers including the hosts themselves. The night was vibrant with everyone in good spirits celebrating this special event!

Video: Jeff Calhoun & Eamon John Foley Are Getting Ready to Tell HIS STORY in Dallas

His Story: The Musical, the world-premiere musical, is coming to Dallas-Fort Worth this spring! Performances begin May 6, 2023 at the new state-of-the-art Broadway Tent at Grandscape, with opening night set for May 18, 2023. In this video, watch Jeff Calhoun and Eamon John Foley chat more about bringing this epic story to the stage for the first time!

SHUCKED, SOME LIKE IT HOT Lead Nominations for 2023 Drama Desk Awards

Nominations for the 67th Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced today and BroadwayWorld has the full list here!

Video: Meet the Director of HIS STORY: THE MUSICAL, Jeff Calhoun

His Story: The Musical, the world-premiere musical is coming to Dallas-Fort Worth this spring and we have an exclusive video with the show's director, Jeff Calhoun!

Cast & Creative Team Set for HIS STORY: THE MUSICAL World Premiere in Dallas-Fort Worth

His Story: The Musical, the world-premiere musical coming to Dallas-Fort Worth this spring, has announced its cast.

9 TO 5 Will Have its Korean Premiere in DIMF

Daegu International Musical Festival (DIMF) will open with '9 to 5 The Musical' for its 17th Festival.

Jeff Calhoun FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Jeff Calhoun has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

Jeff Calhoun has not appeared in the West End

Jeff Calhoun has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. Some of his notable nominations include Outstanding Direction of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Between the Lines," Best Direction of a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "Newsies," Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Newsies," Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Newsies the Musical," Outstanding Director, Resident Musical at the Helen Hayes Awards for both "The Civil War" and "Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn," Outstanding Director - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Big River," Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for "Grease," and Best Choreography at the Tony Awards for "Grease."

Jeff Calhoun has won several awards for his work in the Broadway industry. Some of his notable achievements include winning the Best Direction of a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Newsies and the Outstanding Director - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Big River. These accolades highlight his talent and contribution to the theater community.

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