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Rob Stephens is a talented and versatile composer, performer and educator
 
Christine Myers of the Billings Montana Gazette writes “Robert Stephens III is one of those rare musical birds who instincts are always right. The gifted player knows the difference between accompanying and soloing, and while he shines as an instrumentalist, he has a deft, perceptive touch as a member of the ensemble, listening for (Monroe) Kent's cues , following and enhancing, adept at pop, jazz, ballads, blues and ragtime...as Musical Director for the theater production of Unforgettable, The Nat King Cole Story.
 
Other musical theater credits include performing in the critically acclaimed musical “Low Down Dirty Blues” directed by Tony Award winner Randall Myer and featuring Tony Award nominee Felicia Fields (The Color Purple), Black to Broadway, (the directorial debut of T.C. Carson of the sitcom Living Single), and many more.
 

He is a respected educator and clinician, having taught general music in the Newark NJ public school system, and maintains an active private instruction schedule.

Book Rob today at bookings@robstephensmusic.com

Robert Stephens STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
1974
Sherlock Holmes [Replacement]

[Broadway]
1959
George Dillon

[Broadway]
1958
George Dillon


Robert Stephens Awards and Nominations


winner
Olivier Awards - 1993 - Best Actor

Robert StephensHenry IV (Parts 1 & 2)

Olivier Awards - 1978 - Actor of the Year in a Supporting Role

Robert StephensBrand

Tony Awards - 1959 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Robert Stephens, Epitaph for George Dillon

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Review: PRIVATE LIVES, Ambassadors Theatre


A still very debonair Nigel Havers as dashing Elyot, and Patricia Hodge, very much at the top of her game as sensational Amanda – aged 72 and 75 respectively – command the stage of the newly refurbished Ambassadors Theatre.

Harmony From Discord: Two Requiems, Choirs, Guzheng, And Oud Take The Stage At The Mount Baker Theatre


On Sunday, February 26th, the Bellingham Symphony Orchestra will present Harmony from Discord Meets Mozart's Requiem, featuring contemporary composer Wu Fei's Hello Gold Mountain paired with Mozart's powerful and exalted Requiem, at the Mount Baker Theatre in Bellingham, WA.

The Boise Phil Announces 2022-23 'Season Of Wonder' Featuring World-Renowned Guest Artists & More


The Boise Phil has announced its 2022-23 'Season of Wonder,' featuring celebrated canonical works; the Boise Phil co-commissions from Jennifer Higdon, Vijay Iyer, and Jimmy López Bellido; performances from world-renowned guest artists including violinist Timothy Chooi, pianist Fei-Fei, and cellist Inbal Segev; and a one-of-a-kind book club.

Streaming Service BritBox Will Launch The Complete BBC Television Shakespeare Collection


BritBox, the subscription streaming service from BBC Studios and ITV with the largest collection of British television content in North America, will launch the full BBC Television Shakespeare Collection on May 26.

Bainbridge Symphony Orchestra & Bainbridge Chorale Will Present A GERMAN REQUIEM


Bainbridge Symphony Orchestra (BSO) and Bainbridge Chorale join forces for another extraordinary partnership on April 25 and 26. Together they perform one of Brahms' most intensely spiritual works, A German Requiem.

BWW Readers Tell Us Their Funniest On-Stage Mishaps!


We asked, and you delivered! We recently asked BroadwayWorld readers to name the funniest on-stage mishaps they've either seen on stage or experienced while performing. Now we've gathered some of the standout answers for you to enjoy, with mishaps from shows including Be More Chill, Spongebob Squarepants, Aladdin, and more. Get ready to laugh with all of these responses!

BWW Interview: Elliot Cowan Talks A DOLL'S HOUSE


Elliot Cowan returns to the Lyrics Hammersmith for A Doll's House. Taking us through his own history with the play, Elliot also shares an insight into the vitality and vision of Gupta's adaptation, set against the backdrop of British colonialism.

BWW Review: Seattle Symphony Celebrates Centenary with Bernstein Extravaganza


For the centenary of America's favorite musical son Leonard Bernstein, two of his much-loved works

BWW Interview: Dermot Crowley Talks TRANSLATIONS


Translations is currently in rehearsals at the National Theatre, ahead of its first major revival on the London stage. This not only marks actor Dermot Crowley's fourth time appearing in the play, but also over four decades of working at the National. Catching up over a lunch break, Dermot tells us just what it is that makes him want to return both to the play and the National again, and shares his advice on playing the Olivier.

Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair to Return to Back Bay for 41st Year


The annual fall gathering for booklovers, the Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair returns to the Hynes Convention Center in Boston's beautiful Back Bay for its 41st year, November 10-12, 2017.

Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair to Return to Back Bay for 41st Year


The annual fall gathering for booklovers, the Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair returns to the Hynes Convention Center in Boston's beautiful Back Bay for its 41st year, November 10-12, 2017.

Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean to Star in CINDERELLA at The Bristol Hippodrome - Full Cast Announced!


With Autumn now upon us and Christmas fast approaching, The Bristol Hippodrome is delighted to confirm the full casting for this year's magical family pantomime Cinderella starring  national icons Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean as the Fairy Godparents as previously announced.

VIDEO: Watch 'Lost' Footage of Dame Maggie Smith in Early Production of MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING


The BBC has shared recently restored footage of Dame Maggie Smith in the role of Beatrice in Shakespeare's MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING.

EMV, Vancouver Chamber Choir & Pacific MusicWorks to Present 'Monteverdi Vespers of 1610'


Early Music Vancouver (EMV), Vancouver Chamber Choir, and Pacific MusicWorks co-present the monumental Monteverdi Vespers of 1610 at the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts, October 23, 2015 at 7:30pm.

BWW Reviews: Stackner's LOW DOWN DIRTY BLUES Seductively Satisfies the Soul


Reaching from a music tradition founded near the turn of the 20th century, the All-American Blues "brings out the boogie" at Milwaukee Rep's Stackner Cabaret. Their lusty revue Low Down Dirty Blues features "Big Mama" Felicia Fields, Chic Street Man, Sugaray Rayford with the trio accompanied by jazz pianist Robert Stephens.

Cast Announced for Walnut Street Theatre's PRIVATE LIVES, Running Now thru 3/1


Walnut Street Theatre continues its landmark 206th season with Noel Coward's honeymoon of a comedy, PRIVATE LIVES. Directed by Bob Carlton, the play begins previews tonight, January 13th, opens on January 21st and runs through March 1st on the WST Mainstage.

OTHELLO Opens at Maynardville this Summer


Artscape's 2015 Shakespeare production at the Maynardville Open-Air Theatre will be the tragedy, OTHELLO, a play still as gripping today as it was when it was written 400 years ago.

Cast Announced for Walnut Street Theatre's PRIVATE LIVES, Running 1/13-3/1


Walnut Street Theatre continues its landmark 206th season with Noel Coward's honeymoon of a comedy, PRIVATE LIVES. Directed by Bob Carlton, the play begins previews on January 13th, opens on January 21st and runs through March 1st on the WST Mainstage.

Get Discovered! East Coast X Film & TV Festival to Debut This August


Looking for your big break, dream of your name in lights or covet a place on the big screen?

Cincinnati Shakespeare's PRIVATE LIVES Opens Tonight


Cincinnati Shakespeare will present the final production in their 20th Anniversary season, Noel Coward's 'Private Lives'. This sparkling comedy is the perfect ending to a fantastic season at Cincinnati Shakespeare Company! The design is generously sponsored by Thompson Hine.

Robert Stephens FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Robert Stephens been in?

Robert Stephens has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Robert Stephens been in?

Robert Stephens has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Robert Stephens been nominated for?

Robert Stephens has been nominated for several awards, including Best Actor at the Olivier Awards for his role in Henry IV (Parts 1 & 2), Actor of the Year in a Supporting Role at the Olivier Awards for Brand, and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for Epitaph for George Dillon.

What awards has Robert Stephens won?

Robert Stephens won the Olivier Award for Best Actor for his performance in Henry IV (Parts 1 & 2).

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