Kevin Csolak shares his journey from growing up in his mom’s New Jersey dance studio to starring as Tulsa in the Broadway revival of Gypsy. He opens up about performing alongside Audra McDonald and Danny Burstein, the artistic influence of the live orchestra, and how the cast is breathing new life into a classic.
Kevin Csolak
Kevin Csolak starred as Diesel in Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story. He originated the role of A-Rab in Ivo Van Hove’s West Side Story Broadway, performed in original Broadway casts of Mean Girls and How The Grinch Stole Christmas.
Birth Place: Flemington, NJ
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BIO
Kevin Csolak starred as Diesel in Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story. He originated the role of A-Rab in Ivo Van Hove’s West Side Story Broadway, performed in original Broadway casts of Mean Girls and How The Grinch Stole Christmas. Recently starred in the Tony Award-winning The Outsiders. World Premieres: Mean Girls, The Prom, PAC’s Watch Night (The Wolf), Cirque Du Soleil’s Wintuk (Jamie). Screen credits include Boardwalk Empire, Law & Order, NCIS, Jessica Jones, The Mick, along with a memorable season-long arc on TNT’s Animal Kingdom as Young Pope. Other notable work: Justin Timberlake’s Super Bowl, Hayley Kiyoko, and DojaCat.
Photos
From The Cast of The Outsiders-Melody Rose, Sarah Grace Mariani, Tilly Evans-Krueger, Kristen Carcone, Henry Julian Gendron, Milena J. Comeau, Rick Kuperman, Barton Cowperthwaite, Victor Carrillo Tracey, Jordan Chin, RJ Higton, Sean Harrison Jones, Kevin Csolak, Jeff Kuperman
Date:
05/21/2024
From: Photos: On the Red Carpet for the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards
STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2018
Ensemble, Aaron Samuels (Understudy) [Replacement]
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
Little Who, Little Who - White Cast, Danny Who (Understudy)
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Connection
Movies
We Made This Movie
[ 2012 ] Ryan Price
[ 2012 ] Ryan Price
Disconnect
[ 2012 ] Shane
[ 2012 ] Shane
West Side Story
[ 2021 ] Diesel
[ 2021 ] Diesel
TV Shows
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
[ 2024 ] Cash Bowford
[ 2024 ] Cash Bowford
Videos
Video: Audra McDonald and GYPSY Cast Perform 'Some People' on THE LATE SHOW
by Stephi Wild - 2025-05-23 07:06:11
Video: Audra McDonald Reflects on Kamala Harris' Visit to GYPSY on THE VIEW
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-04-03 14:32:49
Video: Audra McDonald, Danny Burstein & Joy Woods Perform 'Together, Wherever We Go' From GYPSY
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-03-13 10:10:20
Video: Audra McDonald Talks the 'Tornado' of Mama Rose and How Gavin Creel Inspired Her to Play the Role
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-02-04 10:53:12
Video: Audra McDonald, George C. Wolfe, & More Talk GYPSY on CBS Sunday Morning
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-12-15 11:36:50
Video: Joy Woods Talks GYPSY and Offers Advice for Young Performers on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - 2024-12-09 11:53:51
VIDEO: New MEAN GIRLS Cast Members And Original Faves Get Fetch In Latest Footage!
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-05-20 18:57:32
VIDEO: The Stars of MEAN GIRLS Are 'Rockin' Around the Pole' This Holiday Season
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-12-07 14:16:18
VIDEO: Watch Barrett Wilbert Weed in the Music Video for MEAN GIRLS' 'I'd Rather Be Me'
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2018-10-24 14:38:03
VIDEO: The Cast of MEAN GIRLS Performs 'Stupid with Love' on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2018-10-02 10:38:40
VIDEO: Watch MEAN GIRLS Star Ashley Park Create 'Mean Moves' on TRL
by Macon Prickett - 2018-06-05 13:35:26
VIDEO: Tina Fey Talks MEAN GIRLS, Reads a Letter to Her Future Self, and More on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Stephi Wild - 2018-05-18 05:34:14
VIDEO: Preview Tina Fey's Return to SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE this Saturday, May 19
by Macon Prickett - 2018-05-16 15:09:57
News
EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT to Make Off-Broadway Debut at Abingdon Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 21, 2026
Abingdon Theatre Company announced its 34th season lineup, featuring the Off-Broadway premiere of the new musical EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT, with music and lyrics by Jon D'Agostino and Michael August and direction by Chad Austin.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 21, 2026
Abingdon Theatre Company announced its 34th season lineup, featuring the Off-Broadway premiere of the new musical EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT, with music and lyrics by Jon D'Agostino and Michael August and direction by Chad Austin.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE… to Celebrate 23rd Anniversary at Green Room 42
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2026
The monthly cabaret series spotlighting Broadway and Off-Broadway standbys, understudies, and alternates will feature performers from TITANIQUE, SIX THE MUSICAL, HEATHERS THE MUSICAL, and other productions.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2026
The monthly cabaret series spotlighting Broadway and Off-Broadway standbys, understudies, and alternates will feature performers from TITANIQUE, SIX THE MUSICAL, HEATHERS THE MUSICAL, and other productions.
Sandy Duncan and John Gasdaska to Be Honored at Abingdon Theatre Gala
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2026
Abingdon Theatre Company will honor Sandy Duncan and board member John Gasdaska at its Anniversary Gala at the Edison Ballroom, joining previously announced honoree Michael Urie.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2026
Abingdon Theatre Company will honor Sandy Duncan and board member John Gasdaska at its Anniversary Gala at the Edison Ballroom, joining previously announced honoree Michael Urie.
DEATH BECOMES HER, A WALK ON THE MOON, and More Set for AT THIS PERFORMANCE... at Green Room 42
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2026
Stephen DeAngelis will host the 199th edition of his monthly series, featuring standbys and understudies from DEATH BECOMES HER, A WALK ON THE MOON, and MONTE CRISTO: A NEW MUSICAL.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2026
Stephen DeAngelis will host the 199th edition of his monthly series, featuring standbys and understudies from DEATH BECOMES HER, A WALK ON THE MOON, and MONTE CRISTO: A NEW MUSICAL.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... to Return to The Green Room 42 With Broadway Standbys
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 8, 2026
Stephen DeAngelis' monthly series At This Performance... will return to The Green Room 42, featuring standbys, understudies, and alternates from current Broadway productions.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 8, 2026
Stephen DeAngelis' monthly series At This Performance... will return to The Green Room 42, featuring standbys, understudies, and alternates from current Broadway productions.
Photos: ROMEO & JULIET Opens From The Public Theater’s Shakespeare in the Park
by Jennifer Broski - Jun 12, 2026
The Public Theater's Free Shakespeare in the Park production of Romeo & Juliet has officially opened. Learn more and check out photos from opening night here!
by Jennifer Broski - Jun 12, 2026
The Public Theater's Free Shakespeare in the Park production of Romeo & Juliet has officially opened. Learn more and check out photos from opening night here!
Metro Awards Mark 25 Ceremonies Honoring High School Musical Theater in Hudson Valley
by A.A. Cristi - May 27, 2026
The Metropolitan High School Theater Awards, known as The Metros, will celebrate 25 ceremonies at Purchase College Performing Arts Center, honoring students from 74 schools across Westchester, Rockland, Bergen, and Putnam counties.
by A.A. Cristi - May 27, 2026
The Metropolitan High School Theater Awards, known as The Metros, will celebrate 25 ceremonies at Purchase College Performing Arts Center, honoring students from 74 schools across Westchester, Rockland, Bergen, and Putnam counties.
Review: THE CHITA RIVERA AWARDS Glittering, Glamorous, and Glorious at Skirball Center
by Stephen Mosher - May 26, 2026
The annual Chita Rivera Awards was particular overflowing with love and positive energy this year, as members of the dance community showered each other with praise.
by Stephen Mosher - May 26, 2026
The annual Chita Rivera Awards was particular overflowing with love and positive energy this year, as members of the dance community showered each other with praise.
Video: On the Red Carpet at the 2026 Chita Rivera Awards
by Nicole Rosky - May 18, 2026
Charlotte d’Amboise and Robyn Hurder will host the 2026 Chita Rivera Awards at the NYU Skirball Center. Tune in at 5:45pm ET as we hit the red carpet with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge.
by Nicole Rosky - May 18, 2026
Charlotte d’Amboise and Robyn Hurder will host the 2026 Chita Rivera Awards at the NYU Skirball Center. Tune in at 5:45pm ET as we hit the red carpet with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge.
Charlotte d'Amboise and Robyn Hurder Will Host the Chita Rivera Awards
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026
Charlotte d’Amboise and Robyn Hurder will host the 2026 Chita Rivera Awards. Priscilla Lopez, Ben Vereen, Robert Fairchild, and more have joined as presenters. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026
Charlotte d’Amboise and Robyn Hurder will host the 2026 Chita Rivera Awards. Priscilla Lopez, Ben Vereen, Robert Fairchild, and more have joined as presenters. Learn more here!
CHESS and RAGTIME Casts, and More Will Perform at Chita Rivera Awards
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
Presenters and performances have been announced for the 2026 Chita Rivera Awards, which will include the casts of Chess and Ragtime, and more. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
Presenters and performances have been announced for the 2026 Chita Rivera Awards, which will include the casts of Chess and Ragtime, and more. Learn more here!
AT THIS PERFORMANCE… Will Return to The Green Room 42 in May
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2026
Stephen DeAngelis will present the 196th edition of AT THIS PERFORMANCE…, spotlighting understudies from RAGTIME, BEACHES, THE WILD PARTY, MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, and GODDESS at The Green Room 42.
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2026
Stephen DeAngelis will present the 196th edition of AT THIS PERFORMANCE…, spotlighting understudies from RAGTIME, BEACHES, THE WILD PARTY, MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, and GODDESS at The Green Room 42.
Photos: STELLA & MARLON One Night Only Reading At Abingdon Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2026
Abingdon Theatre Company shared an inside look of their presentation of the new play Stella & Marlon as part of their One Night Only Series. Check out photos of the presentation.
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2026
Abingdon Theatre Company shared an inside look of their presentation of the new play Stella & Marlon as part of their One Night Only Series. Check out photos of the presentation.
Amy Carlson and Kevin Csolak Will Lead STELLA & MARLON at Abingdon Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026
Abingdon Theatre Company has announced the cast of their upcoming presentation of the new play Stella & Marlon as part of their One Night Only Series. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026
Abingdon Theatre Company has announced the cast of their upcoming presentation of the new play Stella & Marlon as part of their One Night Only Series. Learn more here!
Performers From CHESS, THE OUTSIDERS, and More Set For AT THIS PERFORMANCE... at the Green Room 42
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2026
AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies and Alternates from Wicked; Chess; The Outsiders; Operation Mincemeat; Bigfoot! A New Musical; Going Bachrach: The Songs Of An Icon, and About Time.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2026
AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies and Alternates from Wicked; Chess; The Outsiders; Operation Mincemeat; Bigfoot! A New Musical; Going Bachrach: The Songs Of An Icon, and About Time.
Listen to the 2026 Grammy Nominees for Best Musical Theater Album
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 31, 2026
Before the 2026 winner is announced on Sunday, February 1, take a listen to all five of the 2026 Grammy-nominated albums, including Buena Vista Social Club, Death Becomes Her, Gypsy, Just in Time, and Maybe Happy Ending.
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 31, 2026
Before the 2026 winner is announced on Sunday, February 1, take a listen to all five of the 2026 Grammy-nominated albums, including Buena Vista Social Club, Death Becomes Her, Gypsy, Just in Time, and Maybe Happy Ending.
John Patrick Collins to Step into the Role of 'Bob' in THE OUTSIDERS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025
John Patrick Collins, currently a swing in the company of The Outsiders, will assume the role of “Bob” on Broadway.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025
John Patrick Collins, currently a swing in the company of The Outsiders, will assume the role of “Bob” on Broadway.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 12, 2025- OH, MARY! To Welcome John Cameron Mitchell and More
by - Dec 12, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 12, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Dec 12, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 12, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Watch Audra McDonald, Joy Woods, & GYPSY Stars Perform Grammy Museum Concert
by Michael Major - Dec 11, 2025
Audra McDonald, Joy Woods, Jordan Tyson, and Kevin Csolak performed for the GRAMMY Museum's “A New York Evening Celebrating Gypsy” last week. The video features performances of 'Now All I Need Is the Girl,' 'If Mama Was Married,' and 'Some People.'
by Michael Major - Dec 11, 2025
Audra McDonald, Joy Woods, Jordan Tyson, and Kevin Csolak performed for the GRAMMY Museum's “A New York Evening Celebrating Gypsy” last week. The video features performances of 'Now All I Need Is the Girl,' 'If Mama Was Married,' and 'Some People.'
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 26, 2025 - CURSED CHILD Surpasses WICKED In the Grosses and More
by - Nov 26, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 26, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Nov 26, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 26, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Kevin Csolak been in?
Kevin Csolak has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.
How many West End shows has Kevin Csolak been in?
Kevin Csolak has not appeared in the West End.
Podcasts
#68 - Kevin Csolak - Tulsa’s a Triple Threat
Behind the Awards welcomes Kevin Csolak to chat about his scene stealing role as Tulsa in Gypsy. Kevin also shares his experience working with Stephen Spielberg in latest West Side Story film.
THE OUTSIDERS with Kevin Csolak
This week we wrap our three-episode series on recent entries into musical theatre history with one of today's biggest Broadway hits! THE OUTSIDERS became standard reading for young people in the United States following its novel debut in the 1960s, and now the story has become essential viewing for all musical theatre fans.
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