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Paul Stancato is an award-winning director, choreographer and show maker. Broadway: The Wedding Singer (Asst. Choreographer); National Tours: The Lion King (Resident Director), The Wedding Singer 1st Nat’l Tour (Director) Jekyll & Hyde, Flashdance, (Dir/Choreo); Off-Broadway; ROCKSHOW, Happy ... (read complete bio)

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[Off-Broadway, 2017]
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[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Director and Choreographer

Paul Stancato Biography

Paul Stancato is an award-winning director, choreographer and show maker. Broadway: The Wedding Singer (Asst. Choreographer); National Tours: The Lion King (Resident Director), The Wedding Singer 1st Nat’l Tour (Director) Jekyll & Hyde, Flashdance, (Dir/Choreo); Off-Broadway; ROCKSHOW, Happy 50-ish.
Regional credits include Forever Plaid (Drury Lane Theatre, Chicago), A Bronx Tale (Engeman Theatre), Jesus Christ Superstar & What a Wonderful World (World Premiere), Into the Woods, Disney’s The Little Mermaid and Aida (BroadwayWorld nomination, Best Director) Paul directed and choreographed the Off-Broadway hit, Friends the Musical Parody, Off- Broadway (NYC) and now on tour throughout the world. Paul has developed new work at Drama League, The Public Theatre (Joe’s Pub), NYMF, NYC Fringe, Finger Lakes (The Pitch), Universal Studios and Lively/McCabe Entertainment. He is the recipient of the Outstanding Alumnus Award from University of Florida and multiple award nominee.





Paul Stancato News

Cast Announced for GREASE at Drury Lane Theatre Photo Cast Announced for GREASE at Drury Lane Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2023

Drury Lane Theatre will open its 2023-2024 season with the song and dance spectacular Grease, with book, music and lyrics by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey.

Cast Announced For THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL at The John W. Engeman Theater Photo Cast Announced For THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL at The John W. Engeman Theater
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2023

The John W. Engeman Theater announces the cast and creative team of THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL. Performances begin on Thursday, March 16, 2023, and run through Sunday, April 30, 2023. 

Winners Announced For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards Photo Winners Announced For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 11, 2023

The winners have been announced for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards, honoring the best in regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022.

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards; Merrick Theatre & Photo 12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards; Merrick Theatre & Center for the Arts Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards;  at Merrick Thea Photo Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards; at Merrick Theatre And Center for the Arts Leads Best Ensemble Performance!
by BWW - Dec 12, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards; Merrick Thea Photo Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards; Merrick Theatre & Center for the Arts Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 5, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Nominees Announced for 2022 Jeff Awards In Chicago; Drury Lane & Goodman Theatre Lead Photo Nominees Announced for 2022 Jeff Awards In Chicago; Drury Lane & Goodman Theatre Lead Nominations
by Team BWW - Aug 24, 2022

Recognizing a strong return to the spotlight over the 2021-2022 Equity theater season, the Joseph Jefferson Awards in Chicago announced its nominations for theater excellence. This year’s nominees include 201 theater artists across 38 categories of excellence in theater production among shows from 43 companies.

Equity Jeff Awards Announce 2022 Nominations Photo Equity Jeff Awards Announce 2022 Nominations
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2022

The Joseph Jefferson Awards have announced this year's Equity nominations, including 201 theater artists across 38 categories.  The 54th anniversary Equity Jeff Awards will take place October 17, 2022, at Drury Lane in Oakbrook, IL. 

BWW Review: A BRONX TALE at John W. Engeman Theatre Photo BWW Review: A BRONX TALE at John W. Engeman Theatre
by Melissa Giordano - Apr 1, 2022

The John W, Engeman Theatre does it again with their current offering, A Bronx Tale. Based on Chazz Palminteri’s 1993 movie and autobiographical play, Mr. Palminteri also created this musical incarnation with Alan Menken. This spectacular Paul Stancato directed production runs through May 8th at the exquisite Northport, Long Island, venue. Boasting a brilliant cast, this is indeed a must-see as we close out this long Winter season.

Photos: First Look at A BRONX TALE at John W. Engeman Theater Photo Photos: First Look at A BRONX TALE at John W. Engeman Theater
by Stephi Wild - Mar 30, 2022

All new production photos have been release from A Bronx Tale, now playing at the John W. Engeman Theater!

Paul Stancato Videos

VIDEO: See a Sneak Peek of A BRONX TALE: THE MUSICAL at the John W. Engeman Theater Videoplay
VIDEO: See a Sneak Peek of A BRONX TALE: THE MUSICAL at the John W. Engeman Theater

by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 29, 2022

The John W. Engeman Theater is presenting A BRONX TALE: THE MUSICAL through Sunday, May 8, 2022.

VIDEO: Get A First Look at The John W. Engeman Theater's AIDA Videoplay
VIDEO: Get A First Look at The John W. Engeman Theater's AIDA

by Alan Henry - May 17, 2019

The John W. Engeman Theater presents AIDA! Performances began on Thursday, May 9 and run through Sunday, June 23, 2019. Check out videos from the production below!

VIDEO: School Fundraiser! Watch Highlights - BROADWAY BARES: STRIP U Raises Over $1.5M for BC/EFA!
by BWW News Desk - Jun 19, 2017

A spirited audience of thousands went back to campus with stripped-down collegians who offered a sexy lacrosse scrimmage, a Pavlovian psychology experiment, a pumped-up pep rally and a fierce feminist studies class at Broadway Bares: Strip U, this year's edition of the annual highly choreographed, highly produced striptease spectacular. Produced by and benefiting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, Broadway Bares: Strip U raised $1,568,114 in two performances on June 18, 2017, at New York City's Hammerstein Ballroom. Click below to watch highlights from the show!

STAGE TUBE: GLEE's Billy Lewis Jr. and Company 'Gear Up for Rock Odyssey THE PORTAL
by Stage Tube - Oct 24, 2016

Below, check out THE PORTAL's Billy Lewis Jr. (Fox's "Glee) and cast in a "Gearing Up" video as they prepare for the New York premiere of THE PORTAL, which begins an Off-Broadway open-ended run on October 27 at the Minetta Lane Theatre (18 Minetta Lane)!