Jesse Robb
Birth Place: Vancouver
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BIO
Jesse Robb is a NYC based choreographer known for his work on stage and television. He has worked on Broadway, for Cirque Du Soleil, at The Stratford Festival of Canada, The 5th Avenue Theater in Seattle, Theatre Calgary, and Ogunquit Playhouse amongst others. His work on television include shows on Amazon Prime and TBS. He is represented by WME in New York City and the Talent House in Toronto. @JesseRobbChoreography
www.JesseRobb.com
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Productions
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Choreography
Jesse Robb, Water for Elephants
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Choreography (Broadway or Off-Broadway)
Jesse Robb, Water for Elephants
Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Choreography
Jesse Robb, Water for Elephants
Videos
COME FROM AWAY Trailer Released Ahead of Theatre Calgary Season Finale
by Robert Diamond - 2026-06-07 11:53:03
Video: Heidi Blickenstaff, John Bolton and More in COME FROM AWAY at The Muny
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2025-06-28 09:18:36
Video: Heidi Blickenstaff Sings 'Me And The Sky' in Rehearsals for COME FROM AWAY at The Muny
by Joshua Wright - 2025-06-23 14:47:42
Video: Go Behind the Scenes at the Designer Run of LES MISERABLES at The Muny
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-06-15 16:02:57
Video: John Riddle Sings 'Bring Him Home' in Rehearsal For LES MISERABLES at The Muny
by Joshua Wright - 2024-06-05 16:55:17
Video: Ben Joins the Circus with Choreo from WATER FOR ELEPHANTS
by Joey Mervis - 2024-05-30 12:07:46
Video: Songwriting Team For Broadway's WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Performs 'Anywhere'
by Stephi Wild - 2023-10-27 10:04:30
News
Tickets for WATER FOR ELEPHANTS in Seattle to go on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 13, 2026
Tickets for the North American tour of Water for Elephants in Seattle will go on sale this week. Water for Elephants is based on the critically acclaimed and New York Times Bestselling novel by Sara Gruen.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 13, 2026
Tickets for the North American tour of Water for Elephants in Seattle will go on sale this week. Water for Elephants is based on the critically acclaimed and New York Times Bestselling novel by Sara Gruen.
¡Ya hay nominados oficiales! Arranca la segunda ronda de los Premios BroadwayWorld Spain 2026
by Adela González Pérez - Jul 7, 2026
Los contadores se ponen a cero: LOS MISERABLES (16) y WICKED (14) lideran una espectacular lista de finalistas donde el público tiene la última palabra
by Adela González Pérez - Jul 7, 2026
Los contadores se ponen a cero: LOS MISERABLES (16) y WICKED (14) lideran una espectacular lista de finalistas donde el público tiene la última palabra
Interview: Jesse Robb & Shana Carroll of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre
by Elizabeth Armstrong - Jul 5, 2026
Canadian-born Jesse Robb and American-born Shana Carroll, who now resides in Montréal, serve as co-choreographers on the Tony Award-nominated musical Water for Elephants, presented at Toronto’s CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre from July 7-19.
by Elizabeth Armstrong - Jul 5, 2026
Canadian-born Jesse Robb and American-born Shana Carroll, who now resides in Montréal, serve as co-choreographers on the Tony Award-nominated musical Water for Elephants, presented at Toronto’s CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre from July 7-19.
Review: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Tour at Broadway In Chicago
by Rachel Weinberg - Jun 25, 2026
The Water for Elephants tour transports audiences to the circus — and has some dazzling aerial tricks up its sleeve. Based on the popular 2006 novel by Sara Gruen, Rick Elice’s book and PigPen Theatre Co.’s score comprise a memory musical: The elderly Mr. Jankowski (Robert Tully) looks back on his days as a member of a traveling circus back in 1931.
by Rachel Weinberg - Jun 25, 2026
The Water for Elephants tour transports audiences to the circus — and has some dazzling aerial tricks up its sleeve. Based on the popular 2006 novel by Sara Gruen, Rick Elice’s book and PigPen Theatre Co.’s score comprise a memory musical: The elderly Mr. Jankowski (Robert Tully) looks back on his days as a member of a traveling circus back in 1931.
Interview: Paige Parkhill, Associate Choreographer of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre
by Elizabeth Armstrong - Jun 21, 2026
Paige Parkhill, who hails from Kelowna, B.C., serves as Associate Choreographer on the Tony Award-nominated musical Water For Elephants, coming to Toronto’s CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre next month.
by Elizabeth Armstrong - Jun 21, 2026
Paige Parkhill, who hails from Kelowna, B.C., serves as Associate Choreographer on the Tony Award-nominated musical Water For Elephants, coming to Toronto’s CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre next month.
Review: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at The Overture Center
by Scott Rawson - Jun 17, 2026
I truly enjoyed Water for Elephants far more than I thought I would. I came to the theater fearing the puppetry of the elephant would over shadow the actors. While it was spectacular, it did not over shadow the actors and for that I am grateful. And in an effort of full disclosure, admittedly, I also really hate the circus. No need to judge, just offering a little vulnerability here. Still, in spite of that I enjoyed the performance a great deal.
by Scott Rawson - Jun 17, 2026
I truly enjoyed Water for Elephants far more than I thought I would. I came to the theater fearing the puppetry of the elephant would over shadow the actors. While it was spectacular, it did not over shadow the actors and for that I am grateful. And in an effort of full disclosure, admittedly, I also really hate the circus. No need to judge, just offering a little vulnerability here. Still, in spite of that I enjoyed the performance a great deal.
COME FROM AWAY Trailer Released Ahead of Theatre Calgary Season Finale
by Robert Diamond - Jun 7, 2026
Theatre Calgary released the official trailer for COME FROM AWAY, closing its season with the Sankoff and Hein musical. Jesse Robb directs a 12-person cast led by Mark Bellamy and Andy Cohen.
by Robert Diamond - Jun 7, 2026
Theatre Calgary released the official trailer for COME FROM AWAY, closing its season with the Sankoff and Hein musical. Jesse Robb directs a 12-person cast led by Mark Bellamy and Andy Cohen.
Full Cast Set For HAIRSPRAY at The Muny
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2026
The Muny announced the full cast for its production of HAIRSPRAY, opening the theatre's 108th season in Forest Park. Richard Kind, Katy Geraghty, and Charity Angél Dawson lead the company.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2026
The Muny announced the full cast for its production of HAIRSPRAY, opening the theatre's 108th season in Forest Park. Richard Kind, Katy Geraghty, and Charity Angél Dawson lead the company.
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS to Make Wisconsin Debut at Madison's Overture Center
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026
The North American tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS, the Broadway musical based on Sara Gruen's bestselling novel, will make its Wisconsin premiere at Overture Hall in Madison.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026
The North American tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS, the Broadway musical based on Sara Gruen's bestselling novel, will make its Wisconsin premiere at Overture Hall in Madison.
Review: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at TPAC'S Jackson Hall
by Catherine Burford - May 14, 2026
All I knew about Water For Elephants was that it is a romantic drama set in a traveling circus during the Great Depression. I expected a circus with a rich color palette, beautiful costumes, acrobatics, and an elephant.
by Catherine Burford - May 14, 2026
All I knew about Water For Elephants was that it is a romantic drama set in a traveling circus during the Great Depression. I expected a circus with a rich color palette, beautiful costumes, acrobatics, and an elephant.
LES MISÉRABLES Makes Final Chicago Run at Cadillac Palace Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2026
Cameron Mackintosh's production of LES MISÉRABLES makes its final Chicago engagement in a strictly limited two-week run at the Cadillac Palace Theatre, with Nick Cartell leading the cast as Jean Valjean.
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2026
Cameron Mackintosh's production of LES MISÉRABLES makes its final Chicago engagement in a strictly limited two-week run at the Cadillac Palace Theatre, with Nick Cartell leading the cast as Jean Valjean.
Katy Geraghty, John Bolton, and More Join HAIRSPRAY at the Muny
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
The Muny announced the principal cast for HAIRSPRAY, opening its 108th season at Forest Park. Katy Geraghty and Richard Kind lead the production, which marks the show's return to the St. Louis stage for the first time since 2015.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
The Muny announced the principal cast for HAIRSPRAY, opening its 108th season at Forest Park. Katy Geraghty and Richard Kind lead the production, which marks the show's return to the St. Louis stage for the first time since 2015.
Review: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre
by Michael Rabice - Apr 15, 2026
Sometimes people really do run away and join the circus. Author Sara Gruen had great success with that idea in her award winning novel WATER FOR ELEPHANTS, and Hollywood soon after took the story to the silver screen. Now a Broadway musical has hopped on the bandwagon and the result is often a often a captivating three ring circus of intrigue.
by Michael Rabice - Apr 15, 2026
Sometimes people really do run away and join the circus. Author Sara Gruen had great success with that idea in her award winning novel WATER FOR ELEPHANTS, and Hollywood soon after took the story to the silver screen. Now a Broadway musical has hopped on the bandwagon and the result is often a often a captivating three ring circus of intrigue.
Review: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at Proctors
by Peyton VanDerheyden - Apr 9, 2026
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS is dazzling audiences with extraordinary theatrics, creative visual concepts, and emotional moments. Adapted from the New York Times bestselling novel, WATER FOR ELEPHANTS has a book written by Rick Elice, and features a score by PigPen Theatre Co.
by Peyton VanDerheyden - Apr 9, 2026
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS is dazzling audiences with extraordinary theatrics, creative visual concepts, and emotional moments. Adapted from the New York Times bestselling novel, WATER FOR ELEPHANTS has a book written by Rick Elice, and features a score by PigPen Theatre Co.
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS National Tour is Coming to Shea's Buffalo Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2026
The North American tour of Water for Elephants will arrive at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre this April, bringing Sara Gruen’s bestselling novel to life with a Tony-nominated creative team and an award-winning Broadway production. Tickets are on sale now.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2026
The North American tour of Water for Elephants will arrive at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre this April, bringing Sara Gruen’s bestselling novel to life with a Tony-nominated creative team and an award-winning Broadway production. Tickets are on sale now.
Richard Kind, Taylor Louderman, Beth Leavel, and Paulo Szot Join Season 108 at The Muny
by Stephi Wild - Apr 6, 2026
Tony Award nominees Richard Kind and Taylor Louderman and Tony Award winners Beth Leavel and Paulo Szot will star in productions this summer as part of The Muny’s 108th season in Forest Park.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 6, 2026
Tony Award nominees Richard Kind and Taylor Louderman and Tony Award winners Beth Leavel and Paulo Szot will star in productions this summer as part of The Muny’s 108th season in Forest Park.
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Will Make Canadian Premiere in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026
Mirvish Productions will present the Canadian premiere of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS in 2026, bringing the beloved novel to the stage in a highly anticipated theatrical adaptation.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026
Mirvish Productions will present the Canadian premiere of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS in 2026, bringing the beloved novel to the stage in a highly anticipated theatrical adaptation.
Review: High-Flying Feats in WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at the Denver Center
by Jon Bee - Feb 12, 2026
The national tour of Water for Elephants is the latest show to stop at DCPA as it makes its way across the country. I only just last year read the novel by Sara Gruen followed quickly by the feature film starring Reese Witherspoon and Robert Pattinson.
by Jon Bee - Feb 12, 2026
The national tour of Water for Elephants is the latest show to stop at DCPA as it makes its way across the country. I only just last year read the novel by Sara Gruen followed quickly by the feature film starring Reese Witherspoon and Robert Pattinson.
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Musical Set for June Debut at Madison's Overture Center
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026
The North American tour of Water for Elephants will play Overture Hall in Madison from June 16–21. Based on the bestselling novel by Sara Gruen, the Broadway musical features a book by Rick Elice and a score by PigPen Theatre Co.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026
The North American tour of Water for Elephants will play Overture Hall in Madison from June 16–21. Based on the bestselling novel by Sara Gruen, the Broadway musical features a book by Rick Elice and a score by PigPen Theatre Co.
John Tartaglia, Karla Puno Garcia and More Set for The Muny Season 108 Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026
The Muny has selected the seven teams of directors, choreographers, music directors and lead designers whose creative visions will shape the Tony Award-winning theatre’s 2026 season in Forest Park.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026
The Muny has selected the seven teams of directors, choreographers, music directors and lead designers whose creative visions will shape the Tony Award-winning theatre’s 2026 season in Forest Park.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Jesse Robb been nominated for?
Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Water for Elephants, Outstanding Choreography (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Water for Elephants and Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Water for Elephants.
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