Jovan Dansberry
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BIO
Broadway: King Kong (King’s Company, OBC). The Metropolitan Opera: Fire Shut Up In My Bones, Porgy and Bess, La Traviata. TV/Live Performance: “Saturday Night Live!,” “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” The Tony Awards, “Dancing With The Stars,” Hulu’s “Up Here,” “POSE,” “The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade,” HERMES and Swarovski. Theatre: Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’ (Old Globe), Pirates of Penzance (Roundabout Theater), I Married An Angel (City Center Encores!), Memphis (Riverside Theatre), Hairspray (Dallas Theater Center). Awards: Outer Critics Circle Special Achievement in Theater. Education: B.A. in Dance; Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, CA.
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The "Dancin'" Cast: Yeman Brown, Dylis Croman, Jovan Dansberry, Jacob Guzman, Kolton Krouse, Yani Marin, Khori Michelle Petinaud, Ron Todorowski, Pedro Garza, Aydin Eyikan, Gabriel Hyman, Krystal Mackie, Afra Hines, Neka Zang Ida Saki, Nando Morland, Mattie Love, Manuel Herrera, Karli Dinardo, Tony d’Alelio, Peter John Chursin and Ioana Alfonso
Date:
03/20/2023
From: Photos: DANCIN' Company Walks the Red Carpet on Opening Night
The "Dancin'" Cast: Yeman Brown, Dylis Croman, Jovan Dansberry, Jacob Guzman, Kolton Krouse, Yani Marin, Khori Michelle Petinaud, Ron Todorowski, Pedro Garza, Aydin Eyikan, Gabriel Hyman, Krystal Mackie, Afra Hines, Neka Zang Ida Saki, Nando Morland, Mattie Love, Manuel Herrera, Karli Dinardo, Tony d’Alelio, Peter John Chursin and Ioana Alfonso
Date:
03/20/2023
From: Photos: DANCIN' Company Walks the Red Carpet on Opening Night
The "Dancin'" Cast: Yeman Brown, Dylis Croman, Jovan Dansberry, Jacob Guzman, Kolton Krouse, Yani Marin, Khori Michelle Petinaud, Ron Todorowski, Pedro Garza, Aydin Eyikan, Gabriel Hyman, Krystal Mackie, Afra Hines, Neka Zang Ida Saki, Nando Morland, Mattie Love, Manuel Herrera, Karli Dinardo, Tony d’Alelio, Peter John Chursin and Ioana Alfonso
Date:
03/20/2023
From: Photos: DANCIN' Company Walks the Red Carpet on Opening Night
The "Dancin'" Cast: Yeman Brown, Dylis Croman, Jovan Dansberry, Jacob Guzman, Kolton Krouse, Yani Marin, Khori Michelle Petinaud, Ron Todorowski, Pedro Garza, Aydin Eyikan, Gabriel Hyman, Krystal Mackie, Afra Hines, Neka Zang Ida Saki, Nando Morland, Mattie Love, Manuel Herrera, Karli Dinardo, Tony d’Alelio, Peter John Chursin and Ioana Alfonso
Date:
03/20/2023
From: Photos: DANCIN' Company Walks the Red Carpet on Opening Night
STAGE CREDITS
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Awards and Nominations
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Special Achievement Awards
Jovan DansberryKing Kong
Videos
Video: DANCIN' Cast Performs 'Sing Sing Sing' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - 2023-03-28 09:18:48
Video: Meet the All-Star Dancers of Bob Fosse's DANCIN' on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-03-17 14:51:23
Video: First Look at the Cast of BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN' Performing 'Dancin' Man'
by Stephi Wild - 2023-03-03 05:56:40
TV: Watch Highlights of Sara Mearns, Mark Evans & More in Rodgers and Hart's I MARRIED AN ANGEL at Encores!
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-03-20 14:51:54
TV: Sara Mearns, Ann Harada, Nikki M. James & More Say 'I Do' in Rehearsals for Encores! I MARRIED AN ANGEL
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-03-14 12:37:42
VIDEO: BROADWAY BARES FIRE ISLAND Shakes Up the Broadway Norm
by Julie Musbach - 2018-06-08 12:46:00
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Highlights of NSMT's SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER
by Christina Mancuso - 2015-08-14 14:23:00
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek at Rehearsals of NSMT's SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER, Opening Tonight!
by Christina Mancuso - 2015-08-11 07:23:04
STAGE TUBE: Backstage at North Shore's SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER with SCHOOL'D Host Matthew Rodin
by Stage Tube - 2015-08-10 18:03:12
News
DARK LADY, Featuring Songs Popularized by Cher, Will Hold Industry Workshop Presentation
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 11, 2026
A private workshop of DARK LADY, a new musical featuring music made popular by Cher, is set to take place with book and concept by Mike Sheedy, directed and choreographed by Sara Edwards, and produced by Frank Vala.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 11, 2026
A private workshop of DARK LADY, a new musical featuring music made popular by Cher, is set to take place with book and concept by Mike Sheedy, directed and choreographed by Sara Edwards, and produced by Frank Vala.
J. Harrison Ghee, Steven Pasquale Will Lead Industry Reading of MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2023
MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL the 1994 iconic blockbuster book by John Berendt, which still holds a New York Times bestseller list record, is being developed into a new musical and will have an invitation only industry reading on August 3rd and 4th, 2023 in New York City. Learn more about the musical, and find out who is starring in the reading, here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2023
MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL the 1994 iconic blockbuster book by John Berendt, which still holds a New York Times bestseller list record, is being developed into a new musical and will have an invitation only industry reading on August 3rd and 4th, 2023 in New York City. Learn more about the musical, and find out who is starring in the reading, here!
BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN' Plays Final Performance on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - May 14, 2023
The Broadway revival of Bob Fosse's DANCIN' will play its final Broadway performance on Sunday, May 14, 2023, following 17 preview performances and 65 regular performances.
by Nicole Rosky - May 14, 2023
The Broadway revival of Bob Fosse's DANCIN' will play its final Broadway performance on Sunday, May 14, 2023, following 17 preview performances and 65 regular performances.
Photos: Inside the 2023 Chita Rivera Awards Nominees Cocktail Reception
by Bruce Glikas - May 3, 2023
Nominations for the 2023 Chita Rivera Awards were announced just last week, and will be presented on May 22nd at 7:30pm at the NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts. A reception was held for the nominees last night, May 2, and BroadwayWorld was there. Check out photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - May 3, 2023
Nominations for the 2023 Chita Rivera Awards were announced just last week, and will be presented on May 22nd at 7:30pm at the NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts. A reception was held for the nominees last night, May 2, and BroadwayWorld was there. Check out photos here!
BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN' To Close On Broadway This Month
by A.A. Cristi - May 2, 2023
The Broadway revival of Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’ has announced its closing date.
by A.A. Cristi - May 2, 2023
The Broadway revival of Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’ has announced its closing date.
Photos: Get a First Look at New Images of BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 11, 2023
Check out new photos of the cast of Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’ on Broadway!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 11, 2023
Check out new photos of the cast of Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’ on Broadway!
Video: DANCIN' Cast Performs 'Sing Sing Sing' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - Mar 28, 2023
The Broadway cast of DANCIN' performed 'Sing Sing Sing' on Good Morning America, marking their first televised performance. Dancin' is the first revival of Bob Fosse's 1978 revue. Now playing at the Music Box Theatre, DANCIN' delivers the quintessential Broadway experience for Fosse fans and first-timers. Watch the video of the performance now!
by Michael Major - Mar 28, 2023
The Broadway cast of DANCIN' performed 'Sing Sing Sing' on Good Morning America, marking their first televised performance. Dancin' is the first revival of Bob Fosse's 1978 revue. Now playing at the Music Box Theatre, DANCIN' delivers the quintessential Broadway experience for Fosse fans and first-timers. Watch the video of the performance now!
DANCIN' to Perform on GOOD MORNING AMERICA Tomorrow
by Michael Major - Mar 27, 2023
With New York's hottest cast performing wall-to-wall dance, including Bob Fosse classics such as 'Mr. Bojangles,' and 'Sing Sing Sing.' DANCIN' delivers the quintessential Broadway experience for Fosse fans and first-timers alike. You think you've seen dancing, but you've never seen DANCIN' like this.
by Michael Major - Mar 27, 2023
With New York's hottest cast performing wall-to-wall dance, including Bob Fosse classics such as 'Mr. Bojangles,' and 'Sing Sing Sing.' DANCIN' delivers the quintessential Broadway experience for Fosse fans and first-timers alike. You think you've seen dancing, but you've never seen DANCIN' like this.
Video: DANCIN' Cast Celebrates Opening Night on Broadway
by Opening Night - Mar 21, 2023
Bob Fosse's DANCIN' just celebrated its opening night! The cast walked the red carpet on Sunday and BroadwayWorld was on hand for the celebration. Watch in this video!
by Opening Night - Mar 21, 2023
Bob Fosse's DANCIN' just celebrated its opening night! The cast walked the red carpet on Sunday and BroadwayWorld was on hand for the celebration. Watch in this video!
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Opening Night of DANCIN'
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 20, 2023
The stars came out to celebrate last night at the Music Box Theatre! Bob Fosse's DANCIN' just celebrated its opening night and BroadwayWorld was on hand for the celebration. Below, check out photos of the celebrity arrivals!
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 20, 2023
The stars came out to celebrate last night at the Music Box Theatre! Bob Fosse's DANCIN' just celebrated its opening night and BroadwayWorld was on hand for the celebration. Below, check out photos of the celebrity arrivals!
Photos: DANCIN' Company Walks the Red Carpet on Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 20, 2023
Bob Fosse's DANCIN' just celebrated its opening night! Te best of Broadway was at the Music Box Theatre last night, March 19, and BroadwayWorld was on hand for the celebration. Check out photos of the cast and creative team as they walk the red carpet!
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 20, 2023
Bob Fosse's DANCIN' just celebrated its opening night! Te best of Broadway was at the Music Box Theatre last night, March 19, and BroadwayWorld was on hand for the celebration. Check out photos of the cast and creative team as they walk the red carpet!
Photos: Bob Fosse's DANCIN' Takes Opening Night Bows
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 20, 2023
Bob Fosse's DANCIN' just celebrated its opening night! The best of Broadway was at the Music Box Theatre last night, March 19, and BroadwayWorld was on hand for the celebration. Check out photos from the curtain call here!
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 20, 2023
Bob Fosse's DANCIN' just celebrated its opening night! The best of Broadway was at the Music Box Theatre last night, March 19, and BroadwayWorld was on hand for the celebration. Check out photos from the curtain call here!
Review Roundup: Bob Fosse's DANCIN' Opens on Broadway!
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 19, 2023
The best of Broadway gathered tonight at the Music Box Theatre to celebrate the opening of Bob Fosse's DANCIN'. Read the reviews as they come in here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 19, 2023
The best of Broadway gathered tonight at the Music Box Theatre to celebrate the opening of Bob Fosse's DANCIN'. Read the reviews as they come in here!
Video: Meet the All-Star Dancers of Bob Fosse's DANCIN' on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 17, 2023
Dancin' is currently in previews on Broadway and we are hanging with Wayne Cilento and the cast in this video!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 17, 2023
Dancin' is currently in previews on Broadway and we are hanging with Wayne Cilento and the cast in this video!
Photos: The Company of BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN' Meets the Press!
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 15, 2023
See photos of the company of DANCIN' meeting the press!
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 15, 2023
See photos of the company of DANCIN' meeting the press!
BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN's Karli Dinardo Takes Over Our Instagram Today!
by Social Watch - Mar 11, 2023
Tune in to our Instagram story today as Karli Dinardo takes you behind the scenes of Bob Fosse's Dancin' on Broadway!
by Social Watch - Mar 11, 2023
Tune in to our Instagram story today as Karli Dinardo takes you behind the scenes of Bob Fosse's Dancin' on Broadway!
Video: First Look at the Cast of BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN' Performing 'Dancin' Man'
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2023
Last night, March 2, Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’ returned to Broadway! To commemorate the first performance, the production has released a never-before-seen short film of the musical number, 'Dancin’ Man.' Check out the video here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2023
Last night, March 2, Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’ returned to Broadway! To commemorate the first performance, the production has released a never-before-seen short film of the musical number, 'Dancin’ Man.' Check out the video here!
Photos: Get A First Look At The Cast Of Bob Fosse's DANCIN' On Broadway
by Show Highlights - Mar 2, 2023
Get a first look at Bob Fosse's DANCIN' ahead of its first preview tonight on Broadway with an official opening on Sunday, March 19 at the Music Box Theatre.
by Show Highlights - Mar 2, 2023
Get a first look at Bob Fosse's DANCIN' ahead of its first preview tonight on Broadway with an official opening on Sunday, March 19 at the Music Box Theatre.
Listen: DANCIN' MAN: A FABULOUS INVALID PODCAST Launches With Nicole Fosse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 2, 2023
Listen to Nicole Fosse on the first episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast” ahead of previews beginning for Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 2, 2023
Listen to Nicole Fosse on the first episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast” ahead of previews beginning for Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’.
BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN' Announces Rush and Lottery Policies
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2023
Bob Fosse's DANCIN' has announced general and digital rush and digital lottery policies as previews begin this Thursday, March 2 at 8 PM at the Music Box Theatre (239 West 45th St.)
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2023
Bob Fosse's DANCIN' has announced general and digital rush and digital lottery policies as previews begin this Thursday, March 2 at 8 PM at the Music Box Theatre (239 West 45th St.)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Jovan Dansberry been in?
Jovan Dansberry has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Jovan Dansberry been in?
Jovan Dansberry has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Jovan Dansberry been nominated for?
and Special Achievement Awards (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for King Kong.
What awards has Jovan Dansberry won?
Jovan Dansberry has won several awards, including the 2013 Thespian Awards for Best Overall Performance and Best Actor in a Musical for his role in Once on This Island. He also received the 2015 Kenny Award for Best Performance in a Leading Role and a nomination for the 2020 Barrymore Awards for Best Ensemble in a Musical for his work in The Color Purple. Additionally, Jovan Dansberry earned a nomination for Outstanding Featured Performer in a Musical at the 2021 New York Theatre Awards.
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