Rob Ashford
Birth Place: Orlando, FL, USA
Video: Jesse Tyler Ferguson Can't Get Away From Truman Capote (Apr 22, 2026)
How an Episcopal Retreat Became a Buzzy Off-Broadway Venue (Apr 20, 2026)
Video: First Look at SHREK THE MUSICAL in Brazil (Apr 15, 2026)
BIO
Broadway credits as Director/Choreographer: Evita (Tony nomination), How to Succeed (Tony nominations Direction/Choreography), Promises, Promises (Tony nomination Choreography); as Choreographer: Thoroughly Modern Millie (Tony Award Best Choreography), Wedding Singer (Tony nom.), Cry Baby (Tony nom.), Curtains (Tony nom.). London - as Director: Anna Christie (Donmar), A Streetcar Named Desire (Donmar - Olivier nomination, Best Revival), Shrek The Musical; as Director/Choreographer: Parade (Donmar - Olivier nominations, Direction/Choreography); as Choreographer: Evita (Olivier nom.), Guys and Dolls (Olivier nom.), Thoroughly Modern Millie (Olivier nom.), Forum at The National Theatre. Other: 81st Annual Academy Awards (Emmy Award Choreography).
Rob is a member of The Executive Board of SDC and a Trustee of The Joyce Theatre.
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STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Awards and Nominations
Rob AshfordThe Winter's Tale
Rob Ashfrod, Evita
Rob Ashford, Evita
Rob Ashford, Evita
winner
Rob Ashford, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
Rob Ashford, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
Rob Ashford, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
Rob Ashford, How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
Rob Ashford, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
Rob Ashford, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
Rob Ashford, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
Rob Ashford, A Streetcar Named Desire
Rob Ashford, Promises, Promises
Rob Ashford, Promises, Promises
winner
Rob Ashford, The Musical
Rob Ashford, Parade
Rob Ashford, Parade
winner
Rob Ashford, Cry-Baby The Musical
Rob Ashford, Cry-Baby
Rob Ashford, Evita
Rob Ashford, Curtains
Rob Ashford, Curtains
Rob AshfordGuys And Dolls
Rob Ashford, The Wedding Singer
Rob Ashford, Thoroughly Modern Millie
Rob Ashford, Thoroughly Modern Millie
winner
Rob Ashford, Thoroughly Modern Millie
Videos
Pete Townshend's QUADROPHENIA, A ROCK BALLET Will Make New York Debut at City Center
by Stephi Wild - 2025-09-02 10:10:55
Video: Watch the Trailer for Disney’s FROZEN: THE HIT BROADWAY MUSICAL
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-06-05 11:30:28
Video: Nienke Latten & Vajèn van den Bosch Sing 'I Can't Lose You' from Disney's FROZEN
by Joshua Wright - 2025-02-07 10:47:55
Video: Cast of Disney's FROZEN Tour Celebrates Final Performance
by Joshua Wright - 2024-09-04 15:38:00
Video: Sierra Boggess in a Scene from MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at Goodman Theatre
by Joshua Wright - 2024-08-01 13:43:31
Video: J. Harrison Ghee Performs 'Let There Be Light' from MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL
by Joshua Wright - 2024-07-25 15:10:22
Video: Highlights from MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL
by Nicole Rosky - 2024-07-08 16:29:52
Video: Choreographer Tanya Birl-Torres Makes MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL Dance
by A.A. Cristi - 2024-06-14 23:56:12
Video: Tony-Winner Rob Ashford Talks MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL
by A.A. Cristi - 2024-06-14 23:46:37
Video: Taylor Mac and Jason Robert Brown Talk MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL
by A.A. Cristi - 2024-06-13 20:55:38
Video: Choreographer Tanya Birl-Torres On MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at the Goodman
by Joshua Wright - 2024-06-12 13:49:34
Video: Watch 'Let It Go' from the Dutch Production of Disney's FROZEN
by Joshua Wright - 2024-06-07 10:08:00
Video: Rob Ashford Discusses MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-05-29 14:36:40
VIDEO: Watch Clips from Rossini's THE BARBER OF SEVILLE at LA Opera
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-10-22 13:17:08
VIDEO: First Look at COME FALL IN LOVE - THE DDLJ MUSICAL at The Old Globe
by Stephi Wild - 2022-09-28 09:17:05
VIDEO: Caroline Bowman and Caroline Innerbichler in the All New Music Video For 'I Can't Lose You' From FROZEN
by Stephi Wild - 2022-03-18 09:55:05
News
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 22, 2026
Jesse Tyler Ferguson is currently starring as the legendary Truman Capote in a new revival of the one-man play Tru. But, during his off time, the Tony-winner admits that he needs a break. Watch Ferguson's recent Tonight Show appearance now.
by Joey Sims - Apr 20, 2026
This season, Broadway royalty has taken up residence in the splendid library of an Upper East Side mansion. So how did House of the Redeemer, a retreat house within the Episcopal Archdiocese of New York, become off-Broadway’s hottest new venue?
by Joshua Wright - Apr 15, 2026
Get a first look at footage of Brazil production of SHREK THE MUSICAL, the beloved stage adaptation of DreamWorks' animated film, now playing for a limited season at the Teatro Renault in São Paulo.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2026
TRU, starring Jesse Tyler Ferguson as Truman Capote, announced a final one-week extension closing May 10, 2026, alongside a $39 digital lottery for tickets at House of the Redeemer.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2026
Tru, starring Tony Award winner & five-time Emmy nominee Jesse Tyler Ferguson as Truman Capote, is currently running Off-Broadway. Get a first look at production shots featuring Jesse Tyler Ferguson as Capote here!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 31, 2026
BroadwayWorld is excited to announce that Amber Gray and Harvey Guillén, currently starring on Broadway in The Rocky Horror Show, will announce the nominees for the 41st Annual Lucille Lortel Awards. Tune in right here at BroadwayWorld tomorrow, April 1 (2pm ET) to watch the announcement live.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2026
The Chita Rivera Awards and New York City Dance Alliance Foundation announced 15 semi-finalists for Broadway's Next Triple Threat, a talent search honoring Chita Rivera's legacy. Finalists will be named ahead of the live awards presentation on May 18.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2026
See what the critics are saying about Tru Off-Broadway in BroadwayWorld's Review Roundup. The production starring Tony Award winner & five-time Emmy-nominee Jesse Tyler Ferguson as Truman Capote is presented for an audience of 99 patrons.
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 20, 2026
Tru, starring Tony Award winner & five-time Emmy-nominee Jesse Tyler Ferguson as Truman Capote, officially opened on Thursday, March 19. Check out photos from the opening night celebration here!
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 20, 2026
Tru, starring Tony Award winner & five-time Emmy-nominee Jesse Tyler Ferguson as Truman Capote, officially opened on Thursday, March 19. Check out photos from the opening night celebration here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2026
Manhattan School of Music has appointed Obie Award-winning composer, music supervisor, orchestrator, pianist, and educator Or Matias as Dean of the School’s Musical Theatre division.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2026
The Tennessee Williams and New Orleans Literary Festival will host We Have Not Long To Love: A Celebration Of Tennessee Williams on Friday, March 27. Learn more about the event here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2026
New York City Dance Alliance Foundation (NYCDAF) and The Chita Rivera Awards are launching a nationwide talent search to discover and support Broadway's Next Triple Threat, an emerging artist who demonstrates exceptional ability in dance, voice, and acting.
by Jeffrey Kare - Mar 6, 2026
On March 13th & 14th, the North Carolina Symphony will be presenting HOLLYWOOD HITS. Two guest vocalists are coming down to the Triangle area to perform iconic songs from memorable movies and binge-worthy TV such as A STAR IS BORN, TOMMY, ROCKETMAN, BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY, ROCK OF AGES, LOVE ACTUALLY, TOP GUN, ELVIS, and more.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026
The Tennessee Williams and New Orleans Literary Festival will return to the historic French Quarter for its 40th anniversary celebration of contemporary literature, theatre, New Orleans culture, and of course, Tennessee Williams.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 2, 2026
Jesse Tyler Ferguson, who will star as Truman Capote in the first New York revival of Jay Presson Allen’s play Tru, visited Good Morning America to speak about the production, also sharing insights about how he has found his own version of Capote among all of the other portrayals. Watch the interview now.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 2, 2026
Due to demand, Tru, starring Tony Award winner & five-time Emmy-nominee Jesse Tyler Ferguson as Truman Capote, has been extended to May 3, 2026. Learn more here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2026
Two-time Tony nominee Charlotte d’Amboise has joined the production of Jay Presson Allen’s Tru, starring Tony Award winner & five-time Emmy-nominee Jesse Tyler Ferguson.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 11, 2026
Jesse Tyler Ferguson will star as Truman Capote in the first New York revival of Jay Presson Allen’s play Tru.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 2, 2026
Tony Award-winner Jesse Tyler Ferguson has revealed that he will be performing in a production of Tru, the 1989 solo play about writer Truman Capote, in New York this Spring.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Rob Ashford has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
Rob Ashford has not appeared in the West End.
Best Director (Olivier Awards) for The Winter's Tale, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Evita, Outstanding Choreographer (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Evita, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Evita, Best Choreography (BroadwayWorld Awards) for How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Best Revival (Olivier Awards) for A Streetcar Named Desire, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Promises, Promises, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Promises, Promises, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for The Musical, Best Director (Olivier Awards) for Parade , Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Parade , Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Cry-Baby The Musical, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Cry-Baby, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Evita , Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Curtains, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Curtains, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Guys And Dolls , Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for The Wedding Singer, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Thoroughly Modern Millie, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Thoroughly Modern Millie and Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Thoroughly Modern Millie.
Rob Ashford has won several prestigious awards, including Best Choreography at the BroadwayWorld Awards for How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. He received the Outstanding Choreography award from the Drama Desk Awards for The Musical and the Outstanding Choreography award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Cry-Baby The Musical. Additionally, he won the Best Choreography award at the Tony Awards for Thoroughly Modern Millie.
Videos