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Rob Ruggiero

Rob Ruggiero is a conceiver whose BroadwayWorld credits include Oliver!, Gypsy, and Show Boat. Awards include Kevin Kline Awards for Ella (2009).

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Productions

Oliver!Oliver!
 
[East Haddam, CT (Regional), 2018]
Director
GypsyGypsy
 
[St. Louis, MO (Regional), 2018]
Director
Show BoatShow Boat
 
[Regional (US), 2018]
Adapter
RagsRags
 
[East Haddam, CT (Regional), 2017]
Director
RelativityRelativity
 
[Regional (US), 2016]
Director
Oklahoma!Oklahoma!
 
[St. Louis, MO (Regional), 2015]
Director
LoopedLooped
 
[US Tour, 2013]
Director
HighHigh
 
[Broadway, 2011]
Director
LoopedLooped
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Director
Make Me a Song
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Director
Make Me a Song
 
[, 2006]
Director
Elegies
 
[, 2005]
Director
All Under Heaven
 
[Off-Broadway, 1998]
Director

Writing

Make Me a Song
Conceiver

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Awards and Nominations

Kevin Kline Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Rob Ruggiero, High


winner
Kevin Kline Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Rob Ruggiero, Ella


winner
Kevin Kline Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Rob Ruggiero, The Little Dog Laughed


winner
Kevin Kline Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Rob Ruggiero, Urinetown, the Musical


winner
Kevin Kline Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Rob Ruggiero, Take Me Out

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Review: The Muny’s SOMETHING ROTTEN! is Deliriously Funny Photo
Review: The Muny’s SOMETHING ROTTEN! is Deliriously Funny
by James Lindhorst - Aug 19, 2026

Director Rob Ruggiero, his cast, and the technical design teams deliver a rollicking comedy with a relentless stream of laughs. Everything about this production screams big budget musical comedy. The performances are first rate from the multitalented ensemble. The Muny’s Something Rotten is a rambunctious, high-spirited, gleeful, and bawdy comedy that leaves its audience laughing
Will Burton Joins SOMETHING ROTTEN! at The Muny; Full Cast Set Photo
Will Burton Joins SOMETHING ROTTEN! at The Muny; Full Cast Set
by Stephi Wild - Aug 5, 2026

The Muny has announced the full cast for its premiere production of the musical comedy Something Rotten!, including Will Burton in the principal role of Nigel Bottom.
LIVING ROOM CONCERT SERIES at TheaterWorks Hartford to Close With Mayor Arunan Arulam Photo
LIVING ROOM CONCERT SERIES at TheaterWorks Hartford to Close With Mayor Arunan Arulampalam
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2026

Hartford Mayor Arunan Arulampalam will close out TheaterWorks Hartford's 25/26 Living Room Concert Series, marking the final installment of the season's intimate concert programming.
Annalee Jefferies, Constance Shulman, and Gus Birney Will Lead THE CANNIBALS OF McGOW Photo
Annalee Jefferies, Constance Shulman, and Gus Birney Will Lead THE CANNIBALS OF McGOWER COUNTY at Theaterworks Hartford
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2026

Annalee Jefferies, Constance Shulman, and Gus Birney will lead the cast of THE CANNIBALS OF McGOWER COUNTY at TheaterWorks Hartford in an upcoming production this summer.
Video: SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET Teased in New Clip from Hartfor Photo
Video: SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET Teased in New Clip from Hartford Stage
by Robert Diamond - Jun 12, 2026

Hartford Stage has shared a new video teasing its upcoming chamber production of SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET, set to run June through July 2026.
Matt Doyle, Jacob Dickey, and More Will Lead SOMETHING ROTTEN! at The Muny Photo
Matt Doyle, Jacob Dickey, and More Will Lead SOMETHING ROTTEN! at The Muny
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2026

The Muny announced the lead cast for SOMETHING ROTTEN!, including Tony winner Matt Doyle and Bryonha Marie, as the musical comedy makes its Muny premiere to close Season 108 in Forest Park.
Cast Set For SWEENEY TODD at Hartford Stage Photo
Cast Set For SWEENEY TODD at Hartford Stage
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2026

Hartford Stage and TheaterWorks Hartford announced the cast and creative team for their co-production of SWEENEY TODD, marking the first collaboration between the two Connecticut theater companies.
CIRCUS FIRE World Premiere Extends at TheaterWorks Hartford Photo
CIRCUS FIRE World Premiere Extends at TheaterWorks Hartford
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2026

TheaterWorks Hartford will present a 12-performance extension of its World Premiere production of CIRCUS FIRE, now scheduled to run through May 31, 2026.
TheaterWorks Hartford to Host Gathering for 1944 Circus Fire Survivors Photo
TheaterWorks Hartford to Host Gathering for 1944 Circus Fire Survivors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2026

Director Jeff Griffin, will host a special community gathering at TheatreWorks Hartford, inviting survivors and loved ones connected to the Hartford Circus Fire to share their personal stories and reflections.
TheaterWorks Hartford Will Celebrate 40 Years with Party On Pearl Photo
TheaterWorks Hartford Will Celebrate 40 Years with Party On Pearl
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 30, 2026

TheaterWorks Hartford, under the direction of Artistic Director Rob Ruggiero and Managing Director Jeff Griffin, just announced details for its 40th anniversary celebration PARTY ON PEARL.
Cast Announced for Theater Works Hartford's CIRCUS FIRE Photo
Cast Announced for Theater Works Hartford's CIRCUS FIRE
by Gillian Blum - Mar 28, 2026

The cast of Theater Works Hartford's production of Circus Fire, running April 16 to May 23 at the First Company Governor's Foot Guard, has been announced.
TheaterWorks Hartford Awarded Grant From CT Humanities Photo
TheaterWorks Hartford Awarded Grant From CT Humanities
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2026

TheaterWorks Hartford has been awarded a significant grant from CT Humanities to support their upcoming world premiere of CIRCUS FIRE. This funding will assist in the production costs and promotional activities for the show, which is set to captivate audiences with its historical narrative. The grant aims to enhance cultural enrichment and educational outreach, reflecting CT Humanities' commitment to supporting local arts and history projects.
TheaterWorks Hartford Announces Details for its 2026-27 Season Photo
TheaterWorks Hartford Announces Details for its 2026-27 Season
by Gillian Blum - Mar 14, 2026

TheaterWorks Hartford, under the leadership of Artistic Director Rob Ruggiero and Managing Director Jeff Griffin, announced details for its upcoming 2026-27 season.
Caroline Kinsolving Cast in CIRCUS FIRE at TheatreWorks Hartford Photo
Caroline Kinsolving Cast in CIRCUS FIRE at TheatreWorks Hartford
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2026

Caroline Kinsolving has joined the cast of CIRCUS FIRE at TheatreWorks Hartford. The new production, written by Jacques Lamarre and directed by Jared Mezzocchi, has been extended due to strong ticket demand and will be performed at historic Foot Guard Hall.
Details Set for CIRCUS FIRE at TheaterWorks Hartford Photo
Details Set for CIRCUS FIRE at TheaterWorks Hartford
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2026

TheaterWorks Hartford has revealed details for its upcoming World Premiere production of Circus Fire, which will be performed at the historic First Company Governor’s Foot Guard in Downtown Hartford.
THE COUNTER Extends Run at TheaterWorks Hartford Photo
THE COUNTER Extends Run at TheaterWorks Hartford
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026

TheaterWorks Hartford has announced an extension of the second show in their 40th anniversary season, THE COUNTER by Meghan Kennedy. Learn more about the show here!
TheaterWorks Hartford Unveils 25/26 Living Room Concert Series Featuring YELLER TOOTH Photo
TheaterWorks Hartford Unveils 25/26 Living Room Concert Series Featuring YELLER TOOTH
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 9, 2026

TheaterWorks Hartford has announced the 25/26 Living Room Concert Series, a lobby-based concert program curated by Erica Tracy Sullivan that brings musicians and audiences together in an informal, living room–style setting.
Justis Bolding, Tim DeKay, and Erika Rolfsrud Will Lead THE COUNTER at TheatreWorks H Photo
Justis Bolding, Tim DeKay, and Erika Rolfsrud Will Lead THE COUNTER at TheatreWorks Hartford
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 6, 2026

TheaterWorks Hartford, under the direction of Artistic Director Rob Ruggiero and Managing Director Jeff Griffin, just announced details for its 25/26 production of The Counter by Meghan Kennedy.
TheaterWorks Hartford Moves CIRCUS FIRE to New Venue in Downtown Hartford Photo
TheaterWorks Hartford Moves CIRCUS FIRE to New Venue in Downtown Hartford
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026

TheaterWorks Hartford has revealed a new venue for the upcoming world premiere of Circus Fire. The performances will now be held at The First Company Governor's Foot Guard.
John Tartaglia, Karla Puno Garcia and More Set for The Muny Season 108 Productions Photo
John Tartaglia, Karla Puno Garcia and More Set for The Muny Season 108 Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026

The Muny has selected the seven teams of directors, choreographers, music directors and lead designers whose creative visions will shape the Tony Award-winning theatre’s 2026 season in Forest Park.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Rob Ruggiero written?

Rob Ruggiero has written 1 shows including Make Me a Song (Conceiver).

What awards has Rob Ruggiero been nominated for?

Outstanding Director of a Play (Kevin Kline Awards) for High, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Kevin Kline Awards) for Ella, Outstanding Director of a Play (Kevin Kline Awards) for The Little Dog Laughed, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Kevin Kline Awards) for Urinetown, the Musical and Outstanding Director of a Play (Kevin Kline Awards) for Take Me Out.

What awards has Rob Ruggiero won?

Rob Ruggiero has won the following awards: Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Kevin Kline Awards for Ella; Outstanding Director of a Play at the Kevin Kline Awards for The Little Dog Laughed; Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Kevin Kline Awards for Urinetown, the Musical; and Outstanding Director of a Play at the Kevin Kline Awards for Take Me Out.

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