Rachel Chavkin
Latest News on Rachel Chavkin:
Grammy Award Winner Allison Russell to Make Broadway Debut as 'Persephone' in HADESTOWN (Sep 17, 2024)
Broadway Buying Guide: September 16, 2024- HAMILTON, CHICAGO & WICKED Are on Top (Sep 16, 2024)
LEMPICKA is Now Available at the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts (Sep 13, 2024)
Grammy Award Winner Allison Russell to Make Broadway Debut as 'Persephone' in HADESTOWN (Sep 17, 2024)
Broadway Buying Guide: September 16, 2024- HAMILTON, CHICAGO & WICKED Are on Top (Sep 16, 2024)
LEMPICKA is Now Available at the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts (Sep 13, 2024)
BIO
Chavkin is a director, writer and artistic director of the TEAM. Hadestown (NYTW, National Theatre, London) has been one of her greatest joys. Tony and Lortel nominations and Drama Desk Award for Dave Malloy's Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 (Broadway, Ars Nova, A.R.T.). London: Mission Drift (National Theatre), American Clock (Old Vic). Select New York and regional: Marco Ramirez’s The Royale (LCT; Obie Award, Drama Desk and Lortel noms.), Malloy’s Preludes (LCT3), Bess Wohl’s Small Mouth Sounds (Ars Nova and national tour) and Continuity (MTC), Carson Kreitzer’s and Matt Gould’s Lempicka (Williamstown Theatre Festival), The Royal Family (Guthrie Theatre) and multiple collaborations with Taylor Mac.
Her first film, Remind Me, was an official selection of the Venice and Beverly Hills Film Festivals. 2017 Smithsonian Award for Ingenuity.
In 2019-2020, she will direct Malloy’s Moby Dick at A.R.T. She is a proud NYTW Usual Suspect and Member SDC. Chavkin earned her BFA at NYU where she now serves on the directing faculty at Playwrights Horizons Theater School, and earned her MFA at Columbia University.
Photos
The Cast & Company of "Hadestown" & "Lempicka" including Rachel Chavkin, Beth Leavel, Eden Espinosa, Jordan Fisher, Andrew Samonsky, Phillip Boykin, Isa Briones, Jon Jon Briones, Amber Iman, George Abud, Natalie Joy Johnson, Composer Matt Gould, Nathaniel Stampley
Date:
03/21/2024
From: Photos: 48th Street is Renamed Chavkin Way For Rachel Chavkin
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Katie Finneran, Scott Foley, Playwright Larissa FastHorse, Second Stage Artistic Director Carole Rothman, Director Rachel Chavkin, Christopher Ryan Grant, Clea Alsip, Amy Staats, D'Arcy Carden and Chris Sullivan
Date:
04/21/2023
From: Photos: The Cast of THE THANKSGIVING PLAY Takes Their Opening Night Bows
Productions
Writing
Developed by
Awards and Nominations
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Rachel Chavkin, Hadestown
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Rachel Chavkin, Hadestown
winner
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Direction of a Musical
Rachel Chavkin, Hadestown
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Rachel Chavkin, Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812
Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Direction of a Musical
Rachel Chavkin, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812
Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Rachel Chavkin, The Royale
The Lortels - 2016 - Outstanding Director
Rachel Chavkin, The Royale
The Lortels - 2014 - Outstanding Director
Rachel Chavkin, Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812
Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Rachel Chavkin, Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812
winner
Obie Awards - 2013 - Special Citation
Rachel Chavkin, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812
Videos
Video: Jordan Fisher, Maia Reficco & Phillip Boykin Extend Runs in HADESTOWN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2024
Photos & Video: Stephanie Mills, Yola & Maia Reficco in HADESTOWN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 30, 2024
Exclusive: André De Shields Reprising Hermes Role For Rachel Chavkin-Directed Podcast
by Michael Major - Mar 19, 2024
Video: First Look At Eden Espinosa, Amber Iman And More In LEMPICKA On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2024
Video: Watch Jordan Fisher & Ani DiFranco Perform From HADESTOWN on TAMRON HALL
by Michael Major - Feb 23, 2024
Video: Watch Lola Tung and Jordan Fisher Sing 'All I've Ever Known' in HADESTOWN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2024
Photos/Video: Lola Tung and Ani DiFranco Take Their First Bows in HADESTOWN
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 10, 2024
VIDEO: Gloria Onitiri Performs 'Our Lady Of The Underground' From HADESTOWN in the West End
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2024
VIDEO: Anaïs Mitchell Sings 'Flowers' at the HADESTOWN West End Launch Event
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2024
Video: Watch Jordan Fisher Talk HADESTOWN During The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 25, 2023
Photos & Video: HADESTOWN Formally Added to Library of Congress Collection
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 18, 2023
News
Grammy Award Winner Allison Russell to Make Broadway Debut as 'Persephone' in HADESTOWN
Grammy Award winner Allison Russell will join the cast of Hadestown as ‘Persephone.’ Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Grammy Award winner Allison Russell will join the cast of Hadestown as ‘Persephone.’ Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Broadway Buying Guide: September 16, 2024- HAMILTON, CHICAGO & WICKED Are on Top
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Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, September 16, 2024.
LEMPICKA is Now Available at the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts
The Broadway production of Lempicka, the new musical portrait celebrating the true story of artist Tamara de Lempicka, was filmed by the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive (TOFT) at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts and added to its collection.
The Broadway production of Lempicka, the new musical portrait celebrating the true story of artist Tamara de Lempicka, was filmed by the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive (TOFT) at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts and added to its collection.
Meet the Cast of OUR TOWN, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
Thornton Wilder’s Our Town will begin previews on Tuesday, September 17 ahead of an opening on Thursday, October 10 at the Barrymore Theatre for a strictly limited engagement. Meet the cast of Our Town here!
Thornton Wilder’s Our Town will begin previews on Tuesday, September 17 ahead of an opening on Thursday, October 10 at the Barrymore Theatre for a strictly limited engagement. Meet the cast of Our Town here!
Broadway Buying Guide: September 9, 2024- See Alyssa Milano in CHICAGO Starting Next Week
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, September 9, 2024.
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, September 9, 2024.
HADESTOWN Will Open in Melbourne and Amsterdam Next Year
Productions of Hadestown will open in Amsterdam, Netherlands at the Royal Theater Carré and in Melbourne, Australia at the Her Majesty’s Theatre in Spring 2025.
Productions of Hadestown will open in Amsterdam, Netherlands at the Royal Theater Carré and in Melbourne, Australia at the Her Majesty’s Theatre in Spring 2025.
HADESTOWN Will Premiere in Melbourne Next Year
Seen by three million, streamed by over 350 million and adored by fans all around the world, singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell’s acclaimed West End and Broadway musical phenomenon Hadestown will premiere in Melbourne at the Her Majesty’s Theatre in May 2025.
Seen by three million, streamed by over 350 million and adored by fans all around the world, singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell’s acclaimed West End and Broadway musical phenomenon Hadestown will premiere in Melbourne at the Her Majesty’s Theatre in May 2025.
Broadway Buying Guide: September 3, 2024- Long-Running Hits Top the Week
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Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, September 3, 2024.
Broadway Buying Guide: August 26, 2024- See Ariana Madix in CHICAGO
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, August 26, 2024.
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, August 26, 2024.
A HADESTOWN West End Cast Recording is in the Works
The West End production of Hadestown seems to be getting a cast recording soon! A recent post was shared to the production's official Instagram account, teasing the album. The video features comments from fans of the show asking about a cast recording, which ends with the text 'Wait for it. It's coming.'
The West End production of Hadestown seems to be getting a cast recording soon! A recent post was shared to the production's official Instagram account, teasing the album. The video features comments from fans of the show asking about a cast recording, which ends with the text 'Wait for it. It's coming.'
HADESTOWN to Return to San Diego in November
Hadestown, the winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards including Best New Musical and the 2020 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, will return to San Diego this Fall.
Hadestown, the winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards including Best New Musical and the 2020 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, will return to San Diego this Fall.
Video: Eden Espinosa Sings 'I Will Paint Her' from LEMPICKA
Watch Eden Espinosa Sing 'I Will Paint Her' from LEMPICKA in the video here!
Watch Eden Espinosa Sing 'I Will Paint Her' from LEMPICKA in the video here!
Video: Jordan Fisher, Maia Reficco & Phillip Boykin Extend Runs in HADESTOWN
Jordan Fisher, Maia Reficco, and Phillip Boykin have all extended their runs in Hadestown on Broadway. Watch video highlights of the new cast in action!
Jordan Fisher, Maia Reficco, and Phillip Boykin have all extended their runs in Hadestown on Broadway. Watch video highlights of the new cast in action!
Broadway Buying Guide: August 19, 2024- Final Weeks to See CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL
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Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, August 19, 2024.
New Cast Will Join HADESTOWN in London This Month
New casting has been announced for the West End production of multi award-winning Hadestown at the Lyric Theatre, London.
New casting has been announced for the West End production of multi award-winning Hadestown at the Lyric Theatre, London.
Broadway Buying Guide: August 12, 2024- See the New Cast of HADESTOWN
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, August 12, 2024.
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, August 12, 2024.
Video: Eden Espinosa Sings From POCAHONTAS at D23
Watch Eden Espinosa sing from Pocahontas during the D23 fan event in the video here!
Watch Eden Espinosa sing from Pocahontas during the D23 fan event in the video here!
HADESTOWN To Be Presented At The Playhouse On Rodney Square in May 2025
The Delaware premiere of HADESTOWN at The Playhouse on Rodney Square starts in May 2025. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The Delaware premiere of HADESTOWN at The Playhouse on Rodney Square starts in May 2025. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Stephen Brower And Chloé Hilliard Come To The Den Theatre In September
Stephen Brower will present 'Palatable Gay Robot' and Chloé Hilliard performs at The Den Theatre this September.
Stephen Brower will present 'Palatable Gay Robot' and Chloé Hilliard performs at The Den Theatre this September.
Cast Set For New Tour of HADESTOWN
Following its first successful tour, a new tour of Hadestown will launch this October. Over 40 dates have been announced at this time, with performances beginning October 3, 2024, at the Palace Theatre in Waterbury, CT. Learn more about the cast here!
Following its first successful tour, a new tour of Hadestown will launch this October. Over 40 dates have been announced at this time, with performances beginning October 3, 2024, at the Palace Theatre in Waterbury, CT. Learn more about the cast here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Rachel Chavkin written?
Rachel Chavkin has written 1 shows including Hadestown (Developed by).
What awards has Rachel Chavkin been nominated for?
Rachel Chavkin has received several nominations for her outstanding work in theater. She was nominated for Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Hadestown and Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812. Additionally, she received nominations for Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards and Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards, both for Hadestown. Chavkin was also nominated for Outstanding Director of a Play at the Drama Desk Awards and Outstanding Director at The Lortels for The Royale. Furthermore, she received a nomination for Outstanding Director at The Lortels for Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 and a Special Citation at the Obie Awards for Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812.
What awards has Rachel Chavkin won?
Rachel Chavkin has won several prestigious awards, including: Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Hadestown; Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Hadestown; and Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for Hadestown. Additionally, she received Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812, as well as a Special Citation at the Obie Awards for Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812.
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