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Rob Marshall

Birth Place: Madison, WI

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Marshall went on to perform as a dancer in various Broadway shows, but suffered a herniated disc while performing in Cats and after recovering, transitioned into choreography and then directing.

He debuted in the film industry with the TV adaptation of the musical Annie by Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin. He went on to direct the 2002 adaptation of the Kander and Ebb musical Chicago, for which he was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Director. His next feature film was the drama Memoirs of a Geisha based on the best-selling book of the same name by Arthur Golden starring Zhang Ziyi, Gong Li, Michelle Yeoh and Ken Watanabe. The film went on to win three Academy Awards and gross $162.2 million at the worldwide box office.

Marshall went on to direct the 2009 film Nine, an adaptation of the Broadway production with the same name starring Daniel Day-Lewis, Marion Cotillard, Nicole Kidman, Sophia Loren and Penélope Cruz, who was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. On August 2009, it was reported that Marshall was to direct Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, the fourth chapter of Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean film series starring Johnny Depp, Penélope Cruz, Ian McShane and Geoffrey Rush, which opened on May 20, 2011 and grossed $1 billion worldwide.

After working with Disney on Pirates, Marshall directed Disney's film adaptation of Stephen Sondheim's Into the Woods (2014), and produced the film under his Lucamar Productions banner. His next film was the sequel to the 1964 film Mary Poppins, titled Mary Poppins Returns, reuniting two Into the Woods actresses: Emily Blunt as the title character and Meryl Streep in a supporting role.

By December 2017, Disney was considering Marshall to direct the live-action/CGI adaptation of The Little Mermaid, which he was officially confirmed to direct in December 2018.

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Rob Marshall STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1985
Client of the Princess Puffer

Citizen of Cloisterham

Client of the Princess Puffer / Mr. Christopher Lyon

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1984
Lino (Understudy)

Lucky (Understudy)

Tony (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1983
Marsalias

Monk

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1982
Munkustrap [Replacement]

Rob Marshall Productions

 
[US Tour, 2016]
Co-Director and Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Choreographer
Co-Director
 
[Broadway, 2000]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Director/Choreographer
Director
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Director
Choreographer
 
[West End, 1997]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1997]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1996]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1995]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1995]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1994]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 1994]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1994]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1993]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1993]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 1992]
Choreographer
 
[Milburn, NJ (Regional), 1992]
Director/Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1985]
Dance Captain
Assistant to the Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1984]
Dance Captain
 
[New York, 2000]
Director/Choreographer
 
[Los Angeles, 1992]
Director/Choreographer

Rob Marshall Movies

[2002]Chicago choreographer

[2009]Nine choreographer

[2014]Into the Woods music staging and production

[2018]Mary Poppins Returns choreographer

[2023]The Little Mermaid producer

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LA SIRENITA Alcanza 16 Millones De Visualizaciones En Sus Primeros Cinco Días En Disney+

Tras su paso por la gran pantalla, el live action se estrenó el pasado fin de semana a lo grande en la conocida plataforma.

THE LITTLE MERMAID Breaks Disney+ Records With 16 Million Viewers in First Five Days

The live-action reimagining of the studio’s Academy Award®-winning animated musical starring Halle Bailey and Melissa McCarthy is the most viewed Disney movie premiere on Disney+ since Hocus Pocus 2, garnering 16 million views in its first five days streaming.

Listen: Hear Javier Bardem's Cut THE LITTLE MERMAID Song By Alan Menken & Lin-Manuel Miranda

Javier Bardem performs as King Triton in “Impossible Child,' which features music by multiple Academy Award winner Alan Menken (“Beauty and the Beast,” “Aladdin”) and lyrics by three-time Tony Award winner Lin-Manuel Miranda (“Hamilton,’ “In the Heights”). Listen to the cut song from The Little Mermaid now!

THE LITTLE MERMAID Is Now Streaming on Disney+ Featuring Cut Song

Disney+ subscribers will be able to access special bonus content, including Oscar® winner Javier Bardem as King Triton performing the song “Impossible Child” with music by multiple Academy Award® winner Alan Menken (“Beauty and the Beast,” “Aladdin”) and lyrics by three-time Tony Award® winner Lin-Manuel Miranda (“Hamilton,’ “In the Heights”).

Pittsburgh CLO Announces The Cast Of TICK, TICK...BOOM!

Pittsburgh CLO has announced the smash hit tick, tick… BOOM! will be the first show to light up the stage at the renovated, new-look Greer Cabaret Theater, Sept. 22-Oct. 22. The Pittsburgh CLO has announced casting for this exclusive engagement, which also marks the return of the Kara Cabaret Series.

Photos: On the Red Carpet at Opening Night of THE SHARK IS BROKEN

Last night, The Shark is Broken officially opened at the Golden Theatre! Check out photos from the red carpet here!

El Live Action de LA SIRENITA se estrenará el 6 de septiembre en Disney+

La nueva versión del clásico de animación está protagonizado por Halle Bailey como Ariel.

Review: CHICAGO at Loveland's Center Performing Arts Theatre

What did our critic think of CHICAGO at Loveland's Center Performing Arts Theatre?

Pittsburgh CLO's A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS CAROL to Return For 32nd Year

Pittsburgh CLO has announced the return of A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS CAROL, December 15-23 at the historic Byham Theater. This year's production directed by Scott Evans will feature lavish costumes and thrilling effects.

Tony Bennett, Iconic Singer and Performer, Dies at 96

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Tony Bennett, iconic singer and performer, has died at age 96.

Award-Winning Composer Sherri Chung And Other Songwriters, Composers And Theater Talent Featured On San Diego Comic-Con Panels

Get ready for a star-studded lineup at San Diego Comic-Con! Join Tony-nominated musical theater writer Joe Iconis and other industry professionals as they take the stage to discuss the art of storytelling across mediums. Don't miss this behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind your favorite films and TV shows.

Jason Alexander on Stage: A Look Back at the Actor's Theatrical Roles

Tony Award winner Jason Alexander is making his Broadway directorial debut with The Cottage, which is now playing on Broadway. While Alexander may be best known for his roles on screen, including Seinfeld, Pretty Woman, and more, he also has a longstanding history with the stage!

THE LITTLE MERMAID Sets Digital, DVD & Blu-Ray Release Dates

Find out when you can watch Disney’s The Little Mermaid on digital retailers (Apple TV, Prime Video and Vudu/Fandango), plus on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD. Fans can add the film to their collection and access exclusive bonus features including a sing-along version of the film, song breakdowns, bloopers, and exclusive featurettes.

Arizona's Hank Stratton Named Carson School Director

Hank Stratton, head of acting/musical theatre at the University of Arizona and the artistic director of the Arizona Repertory Theatre, has been named the director of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Johnny Carson School of Theatre and Film and executive director of the Nebraska Repertory Theatre. He begins his appointment Aug. 1.

Cast of CHICAGO Set at Dingbat Theatre Project

After a brief hiatus, Dingbat Theatre Project is returning with their upcoming production of the Broadway smash-hit, CHICAGO!

Video: Watch 'The Scuttlebutt' By Daveed Diggs & Awkwafina in THE LITTLE MERMAID

Disney has released the music video for 'The Scuttlebutt' from The Little Mermaid, sung by Awkwafina and Daveed Diggs. The Little Mermaid is now playing in theaters. The film's soundtrack, which features three new songs by Lin-Manuel Miranda and Alan Menken, is also now available.

THE LITTLE MERMAID Tops U.K. Box Office With Opening Weekend Debut

The Little Mermaid made a splash at the U.K. box office this past weekend! Disney's new live action reimagining of the classic movie musical earned £5 million ($6.2 million) at the U.K. and Ireland box office, accounting for 49% of the ticket sales across the three day weekend.

LA SIRENITA triunfa en la taquilla en su primer fin de semana

La nueva versión de acción real es número 1 en nuestro país con más de 3 millones de euros y casi medio millón de espectadores en tan solo 3 días.

THE LITTLE MERMAID Brings in $125M in Opening Weekend as of Friday

The Little Mermaid, which already took in $10.3 million in previews, made $38 million on opening day Friday, May 26th, bringing the 3-day total to $105M and the 4-day total to $125M in its first week of release.

Adam Pascal Will Direct RENT in Long Island This Summer

Adam Pascal will direct a production of Rent coming to Long island's From Stage to Screen this summer. Auditions will be held this month.  Performances will run July 28-30.

Rob Marshall FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Rob Marshall has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

Rob Marshall has not appeared in the West End

Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Cabaret , Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Little Me , Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Little Me , Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Cabaret , Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Cabaret , Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Cabaret , Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Damn Yankees , Best Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Cabaret , Best Director - Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Cabaret , Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Cabaret , Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Cabaret , Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for She Loves Me , Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for She Loves Me , Best Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for She Loves Me / Damn Yankees , Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for She Loves Me Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Damn Yankees and Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Kiss of the Spider Woman .

Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Cabaret Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Cabaretand Best Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for She Loves Me / Damn Yankees .

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