Rob Ruggiero

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Nora Schell, Sydney Shepherd, Rob Ruggiero, Kim Onah, Courtney Bassett

10/16/2023

From: Photos: LIZZIE Celebrates Opening Night At TheaterWorks Hartford

Alan Stevens Hewitt, Stephanie Johnson, Lainie Sakakura, Rob Ruggiero, Dina Plapler… Photo

Alan Stevens Hewitt, Stephanie Johnson, Lainie Sakakura, Rob Ruggiero, Dina Plapler, John-Andrew Morrison. Photo by Lia Chang

Date:

10/16/2023

From: Photos: LIZZIE Celebrates Opening Night At TheaterWorks Hartford

1st row: Alan Stevens Hewitt, Rob Ruggiero. 2nd row: Alex Sanchez, John-Andrew… Photo

1st row: Alan Stevens Hewitt, Rob Ruggiero. 2nd row: Alex Sanchez, John-Andrew Morrison, Lainie Sakakura, Nora Schell, Kim Onah, Courtney Bassett, Sydney Shepherd. Photo by Lia Chang

Date:

10/16/2023

From: Photos: LIZZIE Celebrates Opening Night At TheaterWorks Hartford

Matthew Lombardo (Playwright) , Valerie Harper & Rob Ruggiero (Director) attending… Photo

Matthew Lombardo (Playwright) , Valerie Harper & Rob Ruggiero (Director) attending the Meet & Greet the cast & creatives of "LOOPED" at Roy Arias Studios in New York City. February 9th, 2010

Date:

08/31/2019

From: Photo Coverage: Remembering Valerie Harper

Matthew Lombardo, Valerie Harper & Rob Ruggiero attending the Broadway Opening Night… Photo

Matthew Lombardo, Valerie Harper & Rob Ruggiero attending the Broadway Opening Night After Party for "Looped" at Sardi's Restaurant in New York City. March 14, 2010

Date:

08/31/2019

From: Photo Coverage: Remembering Valerie Harper

Theatre Marquee for "LOOPED" at the Lyceum Theatre in New York City. Valerie Harper… Photo

Theatre Marquee for "LOOPED" at the Lyceum Theatre in New York City. Valerie Harper star as Talullah Bankhead in a play by Matthew Lombardo, under the direction of Rob Ruggiero. January 24, 2010.

Date:

08/31/2019

From: Photo Coverage: Remembering Valerie Harper

Theatre Marquee for "LOOPED" at the Lyceum Theatre in New York City. Valerie Harper star as Talullah Bankhead in a play by Matthew Lombardo, under the direction of Rob Ruggiero. January 24, 2010.

Date:

08/31/2019

From: Photo Coverage: Remembering Valerie Harper

Theatre Marquee for "LOOPED" at the Lyceum Theatre in New York City. Valerie Harper star as Talullah Bankhead in a play by Matthew Lombardo, under the direction of Rob Ruggiero. January 24, 2010.

Date:

08/31/2019

From: Photo Coverage: Remembering Valerie Harper

Brian Hutchison, Matthew Lombardo, Valerie Harper, Rob Ruggiero, Michael Mulheren… Photo

Brian Hutchison, Matthew Lombardo, Valerie Harper, Rob Ruggiero, Michael Mulheren taking a bow at the Broadway Opening Night Curtain Call for "Looped" at the Lyceum Theatre in New York City. March 14, 2010

Date:

08/31/2019

From: Photo Coverage: Remembering Valerie Harper

Director Rob Ruggiero with choreographer Parker Esse

Date:

07/16/2014

From: Photo Flash: Adam Heller, David Perlman, Elizabeth DeRosa and More Celebrate Goodspeed's 50th Anniversary with FIDDLER Preview Opening!

Cheryl Stern with director Rob Ruggiero

Date:

07/16/2014

From: Photo Flash: Adam Heller, David Perlman, Elizabeth DeRosa and More Celebrate Goodspeed's 50th Anniversary with FIDDLER Preview Opening!

Adam Heller, Cheryl Stern, Lori Wilner and Rob Ruggiero

Date:

07/16/2014

From: Photo Flash: Adam Heller, David Perlman, Elizabeth DeRosa and More Celebrate Goodspeed's 50th Anniversary with FIDDLER Preview Opening!

Adam Heller, Lori Wilner and Rob Ruggiero

Date:

07/16/2014

From: Photo Flash: Adam Heller, David Perlman, Elizabeth DeRosa and More Celebrate Goodspeed's 50th Anniversary with FIDDLER Preview Opening!

Adam Heller with director Rob Ruggiero

Date:

07/16/2014

From: Photo Flash: Adam Heller, David Perlman, Elizabeth DeRosa and More Celebrate Goodspeed's 50th Anniversary with FIDDLER Preview Opening!

Matthew Lombardo, Rob Ruggiero and Valerie Harper

Date:

01/08/2013

From: Photo Flash: First Look at Valerie Harper, Brian Hutchinson and More in Kick-Off of LOOPED Tour

Valerie Harper surrounded by Brian Hutchison, Playwright Matthew Lombardo, Director… Photo

Valerie Harper surrounded by Brian Hutchison, Playwright Matthew Lombardo, Director Rob Ruggiero and Matthew Montelongo

Date:

01/08/2013

From: Photo Flash: First Look at Valerie Harper, Brian Hutchinson and More in Kick-Off of LOOPED Tour

Michael Price, Parker Esse and Rob Ruggiero

Date:

08/02/2012

From: Photo Flash: Highlights of Goodspeed's CAROUSEL Opening Night Cast Party

Rob Ruggiero and Ronn Carroll

Date:

08/02/2012

From: Photo Flash: Highlights of Goodspeed's CAROUSEL Opening Night Cast Party

Rob Ruggiero, Steve Pasierb and Matthew Lombardo attending the Broadway Opening… Photo

Rob Ruggiero, Steve Pasierb and Matthew Lombardo attending the Broadway Opening Night Performance Arrivals of 'High' in New York City.

Date:

04/20/2011

From: Photo Coverage: HIGH Opening Night Red Carpet

Rob Ruggiero and Matthew Lombardo attending the Broadway Opening Night Performance… Photo

Rob Ruggiero and Matthew Lombardo attending the Broadway Opening Night Performance Arrivals of 'High' in New York City.

Date:

04/20/2011

From: Photo Coverage: HIGH Opening Night Red Carpet

Rob Ruggiero and Matthew Lombardo attending the Broadway Opening Night Performance Arrivals of 'High' in New York City.

Date:

04/20/2011

From: Photo Coverage: HIGH Opening Night Red Carpet

Rob Ruggiero attending the Broadway Opening Night Performance Arrivals of 'High' in… Photo

Rob Ruggiero attending the Broadway Opening Night Performance Arrivals of 'High' in New York City.

Date:

04/20/2011

From: Photo Coverage: HIGH Opening Night Red Carpet

Rob Ruggiero attending the Broadway Opening Night Performance Arrivals of 'High' in New York City.

Date:

04/20/2011

From: Photo Coverage: HIGH Opening Night Red Carpet

Rob Ruggiero, Kathleen Turner, Matthew Lombardo attending the Broadway Opening Night… Photo

Rob Ruggiero, Kathleen Turner, Matthew Lombardo attending the Broadway Opening Night Performance After Party for 'High' in New York City.

Date:

04/20/2011

From: Photo Coverage: HIGH Opening Night After Party

Stephen Kunken & Evan Jonigkeit & Matthew Lombardo & Rob Ruggiero attending the… Photo

Stephen Kunken & Evan Jonigkeit & Matthew Lombardo & Rob Ruggiero attending the Broadway Opening Night Performance After Party for 'High' in New York City.

Date:

04/20/2011

From: Photo Coverage: HIGH Opening Night After Party

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Productions

Oliver!

[East Haddam, CT (Regional), 2018]

Director

Gypsy

[St. Louis, MO (Regional), 2018]

Director

Show Boat

[Regional (US), 2018]

Adapter

Rags

[East Haddam, CT (Regional), 2017]

Director

Relativity

[Regional (US), 2016]

Director

Oklahoma!

[St. Louis, MO (Regional), 2015]

Director

Looped

[US Tour, 2013]

Director

High

[Broadway, 2011]

Director

Looped

[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

Awards and Nominations

Kevin Kline Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Rob RuggieroHigh

winner

Kevin Kline Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Rob RuggieroElla

winner

Kevin Kline Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Rob RuggieroThe Little Dog Laughed

winner

Kevin Kline Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Rob RuggieroUrinetown, the Musical

winner

Kevin Kline Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Rob RuggieroTake Me Out

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by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2026

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Video: SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET Teased in New Clip from Hartfor Photo

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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.

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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.

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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.

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TheaterWorks Hartford Will Celebrate 40 Years with Party On Pearl
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 30, 2026

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Details Set for CIRCUS FIRE at TheaterWorks Hartford
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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.

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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!

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TheaterWorks Hartford Unveils 25/26 Living Room Concert Series Featuring YELLER TOOTH
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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.

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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.

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TheaterWorks Hartford Moves CIRCUS FIRE to New Venue in Downtown Hartford
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John Tartaglia, Karla Puno Garcia and More Set for The Muny Season 108 Productions
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TheaterWorks Hartford Receives Joyce C. Willis Equity In The Arts Award From Roberts Foundation For The Arts
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TheaterWorks Hartford, led by Artistic Director Rob Ruggiero and Managing Director Jeff Griffin, has received the Joyce C. Willis Equity in the Arts Award from the Roberts Foundation for the Arts.

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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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