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Birth Place: Walkerton, Ontario, Canada

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Co-author and star of Cagney (Fred Astaire Award, Drama Desk & Outer Critics noms for Lead Actor in a Musical.) Broadway: The Mystery of Edwin Drood (Durdles), Anything Goes (Purser/Moonface), Chicago (Amos), The Little Mermaid (Chef Louis), The Lion King (Timon), Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Laughing Room Only. Shakespeare in the Park's Comedy of Errors (Angelo). TV: "The Good Fight" (CBS), "The Family" (ABC), "Elementary" (CBS), "Law & Order" (NBC), "Life on Mars" (ABC). Album: Ain't We Got Fun!

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STAGE CREDITS

Frozen Frozen
[US Tour]
North American Tour, 2019
Weselton [Replacement]
[Replacement]
Frozen Frozen
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2018
Duke of Weselton
Weselton [Replacement]
Duke of Weselton
Weselton [Replacement]
Man of La Mancha Man of La Mancha
[Off-Broadway]
Transport Group Concert Production, 2017
Performer
Frozen Frozen
[Regional (US)]
Denver Center Pre-Broadway Engagement, 2017
Duke of Weselton
Cagney Cagney
[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway transfer production, 2016
James Cagney
Paint Your Wagon Paint Your Wagon
[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert Revival, 2015
Performer
Little Me Little Me
[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2014
The Mystery of Edwin Drood The Mystery of Edwin Drood
[Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Company Production, 2012
Durdles
Anything Goes Anything Goes
[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2011
Purser
Moonface Martin (Understudy)
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Damn Yankees Damn Yankees
[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Summer Stars Revival, 2008
Smokey
The Little Mermaid The Little Mermaid
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2008
Ensemble
Gull
Ensemble
Gull
Scuttle (Understudy)
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A Wonderful Life
[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 2006
Ernie Bishop
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
[Broadway]
Broadway Production, 2005
Inventor
Ensemble
Inventor
Ensemble
Goran (Understudy)
(Unknown)
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Guys and Dolls
[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 2004
Nicely-Nicely Johnson
Wallenberg
[New York]
Reading, 2004
Vilmos Langselder
Jackie Mason's Laughing Room Only Jackie Mason's Laughing Room Only
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2003
Performer
Funny Girl
[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 2001
Other Roles
Fame
[US Tour]
National Tour, 1999
Goodman King
The Lion King The Lion King
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1997
Timon [Replacement]
[Replacement]
Finian's Rainbow
[Regional (US)]
Goodspeed Revival, 1997
Og (A Leprechaun)
Oliver!
[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 1994
Performer
Peter Pan
[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 1994
Big White Fog
[Broadway]
1940
Brother Harper

Writing

Cagney
Music and Lyrics

Movies

The Nutcracker: The Untold Story
[ 2010 ] Screech, Bobby Creighton

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Robert Creighton, Cagney

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Robert Creighton, Cagney

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Review: A SKULL IN CONNEMARA at Irish Classical Theatre Photo
Review: A SKULL IN CONNEMARA at Irish Classical Theatre
by Michael Rabice - Feb 22, 2026

When a cast list calls for grave diggers and props list call for skulls you may think you’re planning a production of HAMLET. But in this  case we have Martin McDonagh’s dark comedy A SKULL IN CONNEMARA, now playing in a winning production at Buffalo's Irish Classical Theatre Company.
DEAR EVAN HANSEN And More Set for Bay Street Theater 2026 Summer Mainstage Lineup Photo
DEAR EVAN HANSEN And More Set for Bay Street Theater 2026 Summer Mainstage Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2026

Bay Street Theater has announced its lineup for the 2026 Summer Mainstage Season, featuring a series of compelling productions set to captivate audiences in Sag Harbor.
Christine Ebersole, Jelani Alladin and More to Star in BROADWAY BELTS FOR PFF! Photo
Christine Ebersole, Jelani Alladin and More to Star in BROADWAY BELTS FOR PFF!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026

The lineup has been revealed for the 16th annual Broadway Belts for PFF! at SONY Hall with a simultaneous virtual livestream. The event will feature Christine Ebersole, Jelani Alladin and more.
Cast Announced for Disney's THE LION KING in Chicago Photo
Cast Announced for Disney's THE LION KING in Chicago
by Michael Major - Sep 3, 2025

The production features Peter Hargrave (Scar), David D’Lancy Wilson (Mufasa), Mukelisiwe Goba (Rafiki), Robert Creighton (Timon), Nick LaMedica (Zazu), Danny Grumich (Pumbaa), Gilbert Domally (Simba), and more.
Review: Disney’s THE LION KING Brings the Circle of Life to Vancouver Photo
Review: Disney’s THE LION KING Brings the Circle of Life to Vancouver
by Alyson Eng - Aug 31, 2025

Disney’s The Lion King musical is playing in Vancouver, BC for a limited four-week engagement at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre from August 20 to September 14.
THE LION KING Tour is Coming to Keller Auditorium in September Photo
THE LION KING Tour is Coming to Keller Auditorium in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 27, 2025

The North American Tour of The Lion King will play at Portland's Keller Auditorium in September. Learn more about the tour and see how to purchase tickets here!
Video: THE LION KING Tour Sets Up for Calgary Engagement Photo
Video: THE LION KING Tour Sets Up for Calgary Engagement
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 30, 2025

The return of Disney’s The Lion King begins performances in Calgary at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium. Watch the tour set up here and learn more about the production!
Broadway Belts for PFF! Raises $559,000 for Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation Photo
Broadway Belts for PFF! Raises $559,000 for Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2025

The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation’s 15th annual Broadway Belts for PFF!, held on March 10 at SONY Hall in New York City broke fundraising records, surpassing $559,000 – and donations continue to climb. Learn more!
Lesli Margherita, Jinkx Monsoon and More to Join BROADWAY BELTS FOR PFF! Photo
Lesli Margherita, Jinkx Monsoon and More to Join BROADWAY BELTS FOR PFF!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2025

The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation has added talent who will perform in the star-studded lineup for the 15th annual Broadway Belts for PFF!, on Monday, March 10, at SONY Hall in New York City. Learn how to attend.
Broadway Stars Shine Spotlight on Pulmonary Fibrosis in Star-Studded Benefit Performa Photo
Broadway Stars Shine Spotlight on Pulmonary Fibrosis in Star-Studded Benefit Performance
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2025

The stars of Broadway will perform show tunes in the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation’s (PFF) 15th annual Broadway Belts for PFF! in March at SONY Hall. Learn more here!
Photos: Kerry Butler, L Morgan Lee & More in FIORELLO! at Classic Stage Photo
Photos: Kerry Butler, L Morgan Lee & More in FIORELLO! at Classic Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2024

Classic Stage Company presented a one-night-only benefit performance of Fiorello!, the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical with a book by six-time Tony Award winner George Abbott and Jerome Weidman. See photos here!
Kerry Butler, L Morgan Lee, and Krysta Rodriguez Join FIORELLO! at Classic Stage Comp Photo
Kerry Butler, L Morgan Lee, and Krysta Rodriguez Join FIORELLO! at Classic Stage Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2024

Classic Stage Company has revealed the full cast for the one-night-only benefit performance of Fiorello!, the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical with a book by six-time Tony Award winner George Abbott
Broadway Artists Return To Whitefish Performing Arts Center For August Concert Series Photo
Broadway Artists Return To Whitefish Performing Arts Center For August Concert Series
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 23, 2024

For 20 years Alpine Theatre Project has brought artists direct from Broadway to Whitefish to perform and teach.
Joel Grey, Lesli Margherita, And More Join A George M. Cohan Celebration at La Mirada Photo
Joel Grey, Lesli Margherita, And More Join A George M. Cohan Celebration at La Mirada Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2024

Join JOEL GREY, DAVIS GAINES, LESLI MARGHERITA, and JOHN RUBINSTEIN for a GEORGE M. COHAN WEEKEND CELEBRATION at LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS on June 29 and 30.
Review: Backstage Babble Uncovers Broadway Flop History at 54 Below Photo
Review: Backstage Babble Uncovers Broadway Flop History at 54 Below
by Rob Lester - May 5, 2024

Not every Broadway show is a smash. A focus on 14 hidden gems from shows that disappeared too quickly fueled an entertaining evening at 54 Below last Sunday on April 29th. Hosted by Charles Kirsch of Backstage Babble podcast and Robert W. Schneider, the evening was a success.
Interview: Backstage Babble's Charles Kirsch Is Celebrating Flops at 54 Below Photo
Interview: Backstage Babble's Charles Kirsch Is Celebrating Flops at 54 Below
by Rebecca Kaplan - Apr 17, 2024

Charles Kirsch's podcast, Backstage Babble, gives a behind the scenes look at Broadway shows and the theater industry. On Monday April 29th at 7 pm, Kirsch will be hosting a special event at 54 Below paying tribute to 14 shows on the iconic “flop wall” at Joe Allen Restaurant with shows including Merrily We Roll Along, Nick and Nora, and Kelly.
Broadway Belts for PFF! 2024 Raises Record $516,000 for Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation Photo
Broadway Belts for PFF! 2024 Raises Record $516,000 for Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2024

This year’s Broadway Belts for PFF!, held on March 18 at SONY Hall in New York City, shattered fundraising records with $516,00 in donations and continuing to climb.
Brenda Braxton, Amanda Green & More to Join BACKSTAGE BABBLE CELEBRATES JOE ALLEN RES Photo
Brenda Braxton, Amanda Green & More to Join BACKSTAGE BABBLE CELEBRATES JOE ALLEN RESTAURANT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2024

54 BELOW will present a special edition of Backstage Babble Live celebrating the iconic wall of Broadway flop posters at Joe Allen Restaurant. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Julie Halston, Liz Callaway, Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer & More to Join BROADWAY BELTS F Photo
Julie Halston, Liz Callaway, Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer & More to Join BROADWAY BELTS FOR PFF!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2024

Broadway stars will take center stage in 14th Anniversary Benefit for Pulmonary Fibrosis. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Wayne Brady, Chris Mann & More To Perform At The 2023 FNAM Benefit Photo
Wayne Brady, Chris Mann & More To Perform At The 2023 FNAM Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 5, 2023

The Foundation for New American Musicals has revealed that Wayne Brady, Anastasia Barzee, Therese Curatolo, Chris Mann and Cheeyang Ng as Guest Artists for its 2023 FNAM Benefit. Learn how to purchase tickets!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Robert Creighton been in?

Robert Creighton has appeared on Broadway in 8 shows.

How many West End shows has Robert Creighton been in?

Robert Creighton has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Robert Creighton been nominated for?

Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Cagney and Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Cagney.

How many shows has Robert Creighton written?

Robert Creighton has written 1 shows including Cagney (Music and Lyrics).

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