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BIO

Sonya Tayeh is a New York City based Tony Award winning choreographer and director. Since paving her professional career her work has been characterized as a blend of powerful versatility and theatrical range. Upcoming: Gatsby (A.R.T/Dir. Rachel Chavkin). Selected credits include: Moulin Rouge! The Musical! (Broadway, World Wide/Dir. Alex Timbers), The Sign in Sidney Brustein’s Window (Broadway/Dir. Anne Kauffman), Is It Thursday Yet? (La Jolla Playhouse and Perelman Arts Center/Directed, Conceived and Co Choreographed), Sing Street (Huntington Theatre, Boston/Dir. Rebecca Taichman), Martha Graham Dance Company (Joyce Theatre/Tour), American Ballet Theatre/What Becomes of Love Dance Film, Unveiling with Moses Sumney and dancers (Fall For Dance/City Center), The Lucky Ones (Ars Nova/Dir. Anne Kauffman), Hundred Days (New York Theatre Workshop/Dir. Anne Kauffman), Kung Fu (Signature Theatre/Dir. Leigh Silverman). She has received many accolades for her versatile work, including a Tony award, two Emmy nominations, two Drama Desk awards, an Obie Award and two Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Choreography.



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Productions

Sing StreetSing Street
 
[West End, 2025]
Choreographer
Romeo + JulietRomeo + Juliet
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Choreography
Movement Direction
The Sign in Sidney Brustein's WindowThe Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window
 
[Broadway, 2023]
Movement Direction
As You Like ItAs You Like It
 
[Off-Broadway, 2022]
Original Choreographer
Moulin Rouge!Moulin Rouge!
 
[US Tour, 2022]
Choreographer
Moulin Rouge! The MusicalMoulin Rouge! The Musical
 
[West End, 2022]
Choreographer
Moulin Rouge! The MusicalMoulin Rouge! The Musical
 
[West End, 2021] [Replacement]
Choreographer[Replacement]
Sing StreetSing Street
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Choreographer
Moulin Rouge!Moulin Rouge!
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Choreographer
Rent: LiveRent: Live
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Choreographer
Moulin Rouge! The MusicalMoulin Rouge! The Musical
 
[Boston, 2018]
Choreographer
The Lucky OnesThe Lucky Ones
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Choreographer
Hundred DaysHundred Days
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Movement Director
As You Like ItAs You Like It
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Choreographer
The Skin of Our TeethThe Skin of Our Teeth
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Choreographer
The Wild PartyThe Wild Party
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Choreographer
Kung FuKung Fu
 
[Off-Broadway, 2014]
Choreographer

Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Choreography

Sonya Tayeh, Moulin Rouge!


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Choreographer

Sonya Tayeh, Moulin Rouge!


winner
Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Choreography

Sonya Tayeh, Moulin Rouge!


winner
The Lortels - 2018 - Outstanding Choreographer

Sonya Tayeh, The Lucky Ones

Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Choreography

Sonya Tayeh, Kung Fu


winner
The Lortels - 2014 - Outstanding Choreographer

Sonya Tayeh, Kung Fu

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13th Annual LAKE TAHOE DANCE FESTIVAL Begins This July Photo
13th Annual LAKE TAHOE DANCE FESTIVAL Begins This July
by A.A. Cristi - May 9, 2025

Lake Tahoe Dance Collective will present the 13th Annual Lake Tahoe Dance Festival from July 22 - 25, 2025, featuring artists from New York City Ballet, Broadway, Boston Ballet, Metropolitan Opera Ballet, and more.
Video: MOULIN ROUGE! Stars Solea Pfeiffer & Jordan Fisher Perform 'Your Song' on TODA Photo
Video: MOULIN ROUGE! Stars Solea Pfeiffer & Jordan Fisher Perform 'Your Song' on TODAY
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2025

Broadway actors Jordan Fisher and Solea Pfeiffer stopped by Studio 1A to perform “Your Song” from “Moulin Rouge! The Musical” as part of the Citi Concert Series on TODAY. Watch video of their performance. 
Review: MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL, Edinburgh Playhouse Photo
Review: MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL, Edinburgh Playhouse
by Natalie O'Donoghue - May 1, 2025

Enter a world of splendour, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur and glory! A world where Bohemians and aristocrats rub elbows and revel in electrifying enchantment. Welcome to Moulin Rouge! The Musical!
MJ, MAMMA MIA and More Set for Broadway Across Canada 2025-26 Season Photo
MJ, MAMMA MIA and More Set for Broadway Across Canada 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 30, 2025

Broadway Across Canada has unveiled its 2025 - 2026 Broadway season at Edmonton’s prestigious Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium. Learn more and see how to attend!
2025 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List Photo
2025 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2025

The Drama League announced the 2025 Drama League Awards Nominees for Outstanding Production of a Play, Outstanding Revival of a Play, Outstanding Production of a Musical, Outstanding Revival of a Musical, Outstanding Direction of a Play, Outstanding Direction of a Musical, and the much-coveted Distinguished Performance Award. We have the full list of nominees here!
Video: Jordan Fisher and Solea Pfeiffer Perform 'Your Song' From MOULIN ROUGE! on TOD Photo
Video: Jordan Fisher and Solea Pfeiffer Perform 'Your Song' From MOULIN ROUGE! on TODAY
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 18, 2025

On Friday morning, Moulin Rouge! stars Jordan Fisher and Solea Pfeiffer visited TODAY to perform from the hit musical. The duo, who previously shared the stage in Hadestown, took the stage to sing 'Your Song.' Watch the performance!
Photos: Jordan Fisher Takes First Bows In MOULIN ROUGE! Photo
Photos: Jordan Fisher Takes First Bows In MOULIN ROUGE!
by Jennifer Broski - Apr 16, 2025

Jordan Fisher began performances in Moulin Rouge! The Musical. Fisher joins Solea Pfeiffer as Satine, with whom he previously starred in Hadestown on Broadway. Check out photos from inside his first curtain call here!
Photo: First Look at Jordan Fisher in MOULIN ROUGE! Costume Photo
Photo: First Look at Jordan Fisher in MOULIN ROUGE! Costume
by Michael Major - Apr 15, 2025

Before he makes his debut in Moulin Rouge, check out a first look at Jordan Fisher in costume as Christian. The photos also features Solea Pfeiffer as Satine, who he previously starred in Hadestown with.
THE OUTSIDERS, STEREOPHONIC And More Set for Blumenthal Arts 2025-2026 Broadway Seaso Photo
THE OUTSIDERS, STEREOPHONIC And More Set for Blumenthal Arts 2025-2026 Broadway Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2025

Blumenthal Arts has announced a lineup for the 2025–2026 season, featuring the best new shows direct from Broadway, including big winners from the 2024 Tony Awards.
Kristin Chenoweth & More Get 2025 Boston Theater Critics Association Awards Nominatio Photo
Kristin Chenoweth & More Get 2025 Boston Theater Critics Association Awards Nominations
by Joshua Wright - Apr 9, 2025

The Boston Theater Critics Association announced nominations for the 42nd Annual Elliot Norton Awards, honoring outstanding theater in Greater Boston. Kathy St. George will receive the Elliot Norton Prize for Sustained Excellence.
Video: Kit Connor Recalls ROMEO + JULIET On-Stage Mishap Photo
Video: Kit Connor Recalls ROMEO + JULIET On-Stage Mishap
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 8, 2025

In an interview on Late Night with Seth Meyers, Kit Connor recalled a performance during the recent production of Romeo and Juliet when one of his stunts almost went awry. Watch the interview!
Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW Sets 2025-26 Season Including MOULIN ROUG Photo
Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW Sets 2025-26 Season Including MOULIN ROUGE! & More
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 7, 2025

Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW just announced the 2025-2026 Fifth Third Bank Broadway Series and its 40th Anniversary season. We have the full season details here!
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL is Now Playing in Chicago Photo
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL is Now Playing in Chicago
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2025

MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL is now playing at the Cadillac Palace Theatre for a limited three-week engagement through April 20 only. Learn more about the show here
LES MISÉRABLES, MOULIN ROUGE! And More Added to BroadwaySF's 2025/26 Season Photo
LES MISÉRABLES, MOULIN ROUGE! And More Added to BroadwaySF's 2025/26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2025

New memberships for BroadwaySF's 2025/26 season are now available. 2025/26 Members receive the best seats for seven acclaimed Broadway productions—SHUCKED, SUFFS, STEREOPHONIC, THE NOTEBOOK, SPAMALOT, HELL'S KITCHEN, and DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST.
THE NOTEBOOK, SIX, and More Set For Segerstrom Center for the Arts 2025/26 Broadway S Photo
THE NOTEBOOK, SIX, and More Set For Segerstrom Center for the Arts 2025/26 Broadway Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2025

Segerstrom Center for the Arts has announced the lineup for its 2025-26 Broadway season featuring eleven productions. Learn more about the full upcoming lineup here!
THE OUTSIDERS, SPAMALOT, and More Set For Proctors and TheREP's 25-26 Season Photo
THE OUTSIDERS, SPAMALOT, and More Set For Proctors and TheREP's 25-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025

Proctors and Capital Repertory Theatre have announced 2025-26 seasons, featuring a mix of Broadway blockbusters, beloved classics, and bold new works. Learn more here!
Cast Set For MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL World Tour Photo
Cast Set For MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL World Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2025

The cast has been set as rehearsals are underway for the first ever World Tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, the multi-award-winning hit stage show, which opens in Edinburgh in April 2025 before touring to venues across the UK, Europe and beyond.
Kaatsbaan Cultural Park to Present NEW WORK PREVIEW: Gibney Company Photo
Kaatsbaan Cultural Park to Present NEW WORK PREVIEW: Gibney Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2025

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park will present a NEW WORK PREVIEW from Gibney Company in Tivoli, NY. Learn more and see how to attend the preview performance here!
THE GREAT GATSBY, THE SOUND OF MUSIC and More Set for 25/26 Broadway In Boston Season Photo
THE GREAT GATSBY, THE SOUND OF MUSIC and More Set for 25/26 Broadway In Boston Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2025

The 2025/2026 Broadway In Boston Season at the Citizens Opera House and the Emerson Colonial Theatre has been revealed, including The Great Gatsby and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Set To Premiere In San Diego Photo
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Set To Premiere In San Diego
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 22, 2025

The first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, will play in San Diego at the Civic Theatre.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Sonya Tayeh been nominated for?

Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Moulin Rouge!, Outstanding Choreographer (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Moulin Rouge!, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Moulin Rouge!, Outstanding Choreographer (The Lortels) for The Lucky Ones, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Kung Fu and Outstanding Choreographer (The Lortels) for Kung Fu.

What awards has Sonya Tayeh won?

Sonya Tayeh has won the following awards: Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for Moulin Rouge!, Outstanding Choreographer at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Moulin Rouge!, Best Choreography at the Tony Awards for Moulin Rouge!, Outstanding Choreographer at The Lortels for The Lucky Ones, and Outstanding Choreographer at The Lortels for Kung Fu.

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