Wayne Cilento
Latest News on Wayne Cilento:
Video: Watch Lencia Kebede Sing 'The Wizard & I' in WICKED (Apr 17, 2025)
VIDEO: First Look at Polish Non-Replica Production of WICKED (Apr 7, 2025)
Video: WICKED's West End Stars Emma Kingston & Zizi Strallen Sing 'For Good' (Mar 21, 2025)
Video: Watch Lencia Kebede Sing 'The Wizard & I' in WICKED (Apr 17, 2025)
VIDEO: First Look at Polish Non-Replica Production of WICKED (Apr 7, 2025)
Video: WICKED's West End Stars Emma Kingston & Zizi Strallen Sing 'For Good' (Mar 21, 2025)
BIO
Broadway: Sweet Charity (Tony nom.), Aida, The Who's Tommy (Tony, Drama Desk, Astaire awards), How to Succeed... (Tony nom.), Dream: The Johnny Mercer Musical (director/choreographer; Tony nom., Best Choreography), Jerry's Girls, Baby (Tony nom.). West End: The Who's Tommy (Olivier nom.). Other credits: Off-Broadway's A Hot Minute and Angry Housewives, national tour of Spirit, ...Forum at La Jolla (San Diego Drama Critics and Drama-Logue awards). Performer credits: A Chorus Line (Mike, original cast), The Act, Seesaw, Perfectly Frank, Irene, Big Deal, Rachel Lily Rosenblum and Dancin' (Tony nom.). He has done musical staging for Liza Minnelli, Barry Manilow, Chita Rivera, Billy Joel, Donna Summer and Pete Townshend.
Photos
.jpg)
Pedro Garza, Neka Zang, Ida Saki, Kolton Krouse, Afra Hines, Jōvan Dansberry, Krystal Mackie, Karli Dinardo, Yeman Brown, Tony d’Alelio, Director/Choreographer Wayne Cilento, Khori Michelle Petinaud, Jacob Guzman, Yani Marin, Nando Morland, Ioana Alfonso, Peter John Chursin, Gabriel Hyman, Ron Todorowski, Manuel Herrera, Dylis Croman, Mattie Love and Aydin Eyikan
Date:
03/15/2023
From: Photos: The Company of BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN' Meets the Press!
Pedro Garza, Neka Zang, Ida Saki, Kolton Krouse, Afra Hines, Jōvan Dansberry, Krystal Mackie, Karli Dinardo, Yeman Brown, Tony d’Alelio, Director/Choreographer Wayne Cilento, Khori Michelle Petinaud, Jacob Guzman, Yani Marin, Nando Morland, Ioana Alfonso, Peter John Chursin, Gabriel Hyman, Ron Todorowski, Manuel Herrera, Dylis Croman, Mattie Love and Aydin Eyikan
Date:
03/15/2023
From: Photos: The Company of BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN' Meets the Press!
Pedro Garza, Neka Zang, Ida Saki, Kolton Krouse, Afra Hines, Jōvan Dansberry, Krystal Mackie, Karli Dinardo, Yeman Brown, Tony d’Alelio, Director/Choreographer Wayne Cilento, Khori Michelle Petinaud, Jacob Guzman, Yani Marin, Nando Morland, Ioana Alfonso, Peter John Chursin, Gabriel Hyman, Ron Todorowski, Manuel Herrera, Dylis Croman, Mattie Love and Aydin Eyikan
Date:
03/15/2023
From: Photos: The Company of BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN' Meets the Press!
STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1973
Performer
Productions
Writing
Conceiver
Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Choreography
Wayne Cilento, Sweet Charity
Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Choreography
Wayne Cilento, Sweet Charity
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Choreography
Wayne Cilento, Wicked
Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Choreography
Wayne Cilento, Wicked
Olivier Awards - 1997 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Wayne Cilento, Tommy
Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Choreography
Wayne Cilento, Dream
Tony Awards - 1995 - Best Choreography
Wayne Cilento, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
Drama Desk Awards - 1993 - Outstanding Choreography
Wayne Cilento, The Who's Tommy
winner
Tony Awards - 1993 - Best Choreography
Wayne Cilento, The Who's Tommy
Tony Awards - 1984 - Best Choreography
Wayne Cilento, Baby
Tony Awards - 1978 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
Wayne Cilento, Dancin'
Videos
VIDEO: Inside Rehearsals for Polish Non-Replica Production of WICKED
by Joshua Wright - 2025-03-13 12:10:54
Video: Mary Kate Morrissey and Alexandra Socha Celebrate 21 Years of WICKED on GMA
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-10-27 10:11:00
Video: Go Inside Broadway's WICKED Costumes With Susan Hilferty
by Michael Major - 2024-10-17 16:54:14
Video: WICKED Cast Honors Donna McKechnie With A CHORUS LINE Performance & More
by Michael Major - 2024-10-10 11:09:52
Video: WICKED Cast Sing 'As Long As You're Mine' & 'I'm Not That Girl' Mashup
by Michael Major - 2024-10-08 15:41:12
Video: Rewatch Phil Donahue's A CHORUS LINE Original Cast Reunion Special
by Michael Major - 2024-08-19 15:17:14
Video: Watch WICKED Stars Alyssa Fox & McKenzie Kurtz Perform 'For Good' on GMA3
by Michael Major - 2023-10-27 16:19:06
Video: Watch WICKED Perform 'One Short Day' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA Ahead of 20th Anniversary
by Michael Major - 2023-10-27 09:54:14
VIDEO: Watch Past and Present Glindas Perform 'Popular' for WICKED 20th Anniversary
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-10-22 12:37:29
Video: Watch WICKED's NPR Tiny Desk Concert With Alyssa Fox and McKenzie Kurtz
by Stephi Wild - 2023-09-21 09:51:00
Video: DANCIN's Tony d'Alelio & Krystal Mackie Are On the Rise!
by Candace Cordelia - 2023-04-30 08:00:20
Video: Wayne Cilento Unpacks His 50 Years Onstage and Bringing DANCIN' Back to Broadway
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - 2023-04-24 12:37:14
Video: DANCIN' Cast Performs 'Sing Sing Sing' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - 2023-03-28 09:18:48
Video: Meet the All-Star Dancers of Bob Fosse's DANCIN' on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-03-17 14:51:23
Video: First Look at the Cast of BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN' Performing 'Dancin' Man'
by Stephi Wild - 2023-03-03 05:56:40
News
Video: Watch Lencia Kebede Sing 'The Wizard & I' in WICKED
by Michael Major - Apr 17, 2025
Watch a video of Wicked's new Elphaba, Lencia Kebede, performing 'The Wizard and I' on Broadway. She stars in the show with Allie Trimm (Glinda), NaTasha Yvette Williams (Madame Morrible), Jenna Bainbridge (Nessarose) and Daniel Quadrino (Boq).
by Michael Major - Apr 17, 2025
Watch a video of Wicked's new Elphaba, Lencia Kebede, performing 'The Wizard and I' on Broadway. She stars in the show with Allie Trimm (Glinda), NaTasha Yvette Williams (Madame Morrible), Jenna Bainbridge (Nessarose) and Daniel Quadrino (Boq).
VIDEO: First Look at Polish Non-Replica Production of WICKED
by Joshua Wright - Apr 7, 2025
Get a first look at the Non-Replica production of Wicked at Teatr Muzyczny ROMA. This is the first time the musical has ever been staged in Poland. The production officially opened on April 5th, 2025 and is currently set to run through June 29th, 2025.
by Joshua Wright - Apr 7, 2025
Get a first look at the Non-Replica production of Wicked at Teatr Muzyczny ROMA. This is the first time the musical has ever been staged in Poland. The production officially opened on April 5th, 2025 and is currently set to run through June 29th, 2025.
Video: WICKED's West End Stars Emma Kingston & Zizi Strallen Sing 'For Good'
by Michael Major - Mar 21, 2025
Be chaged 'For Good' first a first listen to the new stars of Wicked in the West End singing 'For Good.' The London production has released a new video of Emma Kingston and Zizi Strallen singing the classic song from the hit musical.
by Michael Major - Mar 21, 2025
Be chaged 'For Good' first a first listen to the new stars of Wicked in the West End singing 'For Good.' The London production has released a new video of Emma Kingston and Zizi Strallen singing the classic song from the hit musical.
Photos: Emma Kingston, Zizi Strallen, and the New London Cast of WICKED
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2025
All new photos have been released ahead of the 2025/26 West End company of Wicked, led by Emma Kingston as Elphaba and Zizi Strallen as Glinda. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2025
All new photos have been released ahead of the 2025/26 West End company of Wicked, led by Emma Kingston as Elphaba and Zizi Strallen as Glinda. Check out the photos here!
VIDEO: Inside Rehearsals for Polish Non-Replica Production of WICKED
by Joshua Wright - Mar 13, 2025
Get a first look at rehearsals for the Non-Replica production of Wicked at Teatr Muzyczny ROMA. This is the first time the musical has ever been staged in Poland. The production will begin performances on April 5th, is currently set to run through June 29th, 2025.
by Joshua Wright - Mar 13, 2025
Get a first look at rehearsals for the Non-Replica production of Wicked at Teatr Muzyczny ROMA. This is the first time the musical has ever been staged in Poland. The production will begin performances on April 5th, is currently set to run through June 29th, 2025.
WICKED Returns To Madison This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2025
“Wicked,” Madison’s most popular musical, will return to Overture Center this July in Overture Hall. Tickets for the return engagement go on sale Friday, March 14, 2025, at 11 a.m.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2025
“Wicked,” Madison’s most popular musical, will return to Overture Center this July in Overture Hall. Tickets for the return engagement go on sale Friday, March 14, 2025, at 11 a.m.
Video: Watch Lencia Kebede Make Broadway History With WICKED Debut
by Michael Major - Mar 5, 2025
On March 4, Lencia Kebede made Broadway history as the first Black actress to play Elphaba full-time on Broadway. Watch a video from her curtain call, which includes a first look at the brand-new, updated wig for Elphaba.
by Michael Major - Mar 5, 2025
On March 4, Lencia Kebede made Broadway history as the first Black actress to play Elphaba full-time on Broadway. Watch a video from her curtain call, which includes a first look at the brand-new, updated wig for Elphaba.
Photos: WICKED Welcomes Lencia Kebede, Allie Trimm, and More
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025
Wicked on Broadway will welcome five new cast members to the Gershwin Theatre. Check out all new photos of the new 2025 cast and learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025
Wicked on Broadway will welcome five new cast members to the Gershwin Theatre. Check out all new photos of the new 2025 cast and learn more here!
Tickets to WICKED in Indianapolis to go on Sale Tomorrow
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2025
WICKED, Indianapolis' most popular musical, will return to Old National Centre in June. Wicked is currently the 4th longest-running Broadway show in history. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2025
WICKED, Indianapolis' most popular musical, will return to Old National Centre in June. Wicked is currently the 4th longest-running Broadway show in history. Learn more!
Tickets to WICKED at Marcus Performing Arts Center on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2025
WICKED, Milwaukee's most popular musical, will return to the Marcus Performing Arts Center this summer as the final show of the 2024/25 Broadway at the Marcus Center Season. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2025
WICKED, Milwaukee's most popular musical, will return to the Marcus Performing Arts Center this summer as the final show of the 2024/25 Broadway at the Marcus Center Season. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Spotlight: NEW 2025-2026 SEASON OF PROFESSIONAL MUSICALS at Winter Park Playhouse
by BWW Special Offer - Feb 9, 2025
The Winter Park Playhouse, Central Florida's professional musical theatre, announced their 2025-2026 Mainstage Series of Musicals! This new line up of productions includes a variety of Off-Broadway hits and regional premieres for the Central Florida area and marks the 23rd season for the beloved theatre.
by BWW Special Offer - Feb 9, 2025
The Winter Park Playhouse, Central Florida's professional musical theatre, announced their 2025-2026 Mainstage Series of Musicals! This new line up of productions includes a variety of Off-Broadway hits and regional premieres for the Central Florida area and marks the 23rd season for the beloved theatre.
NaTasha Yvette Williams, Jenna Bainbridge & Daniel Quadrino to Join WICKED
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025
WICKED on Broadway will welcome three new cast members to the Gershwin Theatre this spring. See who is starring in the production and learn more about the show.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025
WICKED on Broadway will welcome three new cast members to the Gershwin Theatre this spring. See who is starring in the production and learn more about the show.
What Broadway Shows Are On Tour Across North America in 2025? - A Complete Guide
by Joshua Wright - Jan 27, 2025
Looking for a show to see in a city near you? Check out our guide of current and upcoming Broadway tours, and learn about each production as they make their way across the United States and Canada on their North American routes, including musicals and plays.
by Joshua Wright - Jan 27, 2025
Looking for a show to see in a city near you? Check out our guide of current and upcoming Broadway tours, and learn about each production as they make their way across the United States and Canada on their North American routes, including musicals and plays.
Video: WICKED's New Elphaba Lencia Kebede Sings 'Defying Gravity' Before Historic Broadway Run
by Michael Major - Jan 24, 2025
Watch Wicked's next Elphaba, Lencia Kebede, sing 'Defying Gravity' in an emotional video. On March 4, 2025 she will make history as the first Black actress to assume the role of Elphaba full time in the Broadway company.
by Michael Major - Jan 24, 2025
Watch Wicked's next Elphaba, Lencia Kebede, sing 'Defying Gravity' in an emotional video. On March 4, 2025 she will make history as the first Black actress to assume the role of Elphaba full time in the Broadway company.
Winter Park Playhouse Announces Their New 2025/2026 Series of Professional Musicals
by Joshua Wright - Jan 22, 2025
The Winter Park Playhouse, Central Florida's professional musical theatre, announces their 2025-2026 Mainstage Series of Musicals! This new line up of productions includes a variety of Off-Broadway hits and regional premieres for the Central Florida area and marks the 23rd season for the beloved theatre.
by Joshua Wright - Jan 22, 2025
The Winter Park Playhouse, Central Florida's professional musical theatre, announces their 2025-2026 Mainstage Series of Musicals! This new line up of productions includes a variety of Off-Broadway hits and regional premieres for the Central Florida area and marks the 23rd season for the beloved theatre.
Emma Kingston and Zizi Strallen Will Join West End Cast of WICKED
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2025
WICKED has announced its full new London cast who are set to begin performances at London's Apollo Victoria Theatre in March. Learn more about the full cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2025
WICKED has announced its full new London cast who are set to begin performances at London's Apollo Victoria Theatre in March. Learn more about the full cast here!
WICKED Tour Cancels January 10th Performance Due To Los Angeles Wildfires
by Joshua Wright - Jan 10, 2025
Tonight's performance of WICKED (January 10th, 2025 at 8:00 PM) in Los Angeles at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre has been cancelled due to extreme winds and fire conditions.
by Joshua Wright - Jan 10, 2025
Tonight's performance of WICKED (January 10th, 2025 at 8:00 PM) in Los Angeles at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre has been cancelled due to extreme winds and fire conditions.
WICKED Tour Cancels January 9th Performance Due To Los Angeles Wildfires
by Joshua Wright - Jan 9, 2025
Tonight's performance of WICKED (January 9th, 2025 at 7:30 PM) in Los Angeles at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre has been cancelled due to extreme winds and fire conditions.
by Joshua Wright - Jan 9, 2025
Tonight's performance of WICKED (January 9th, 2025 at 7:30 PM) in Los Angeles at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre has been cancelled due to extreme winds and fire conditions.
WICKED Tour Cancels January 8th Performance Due To Los Angeles Wildfires
by Joshua Wright - Jan 8, 2025
Tonight's performance of WICKED (on January 8th, 2025) in Los Angeles at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre has been cancelled due to extreme winds and fire conditions.
by Joshua Wright - Jan 8, 2025
Tonight's performance of WICKED (on January 8th, 2025) in Los Angeles at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre has been cancelled due to extreme winds and fire conditions.
WICKED North American Tour Celebrates 6000th Performance
by Stephi Wild - Dec 23, 2024
The North American Tour of WICKED played its 6,000th performance on Sunday, December 22nd at 1pm. Check out a photo here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 23, 2024
The North American Tour of WICKED played its 6,000th performance on Sunday, December 22nd at 1pm. Check out a photo here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Wayne Cilento been in?
Wayne Cilento has appeared on Broadway in 8 shows.
How many West End shows has Wayne Cilento been in?
Wayne Cilento has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Wayne Cilento been nominated for?
Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Sweet Charity, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Sweet Charity, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Wicked , Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Wicked, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Tommy , Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Dream, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for The Who's Tommy, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for The Who's Tommy, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Baby and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Dancin'.
What awards has Wayne Cilento won?
Wayne Cilento has won the Tony Award for Best Choreography for his work on The Who's Tommy.
How many shows has Wayne Cilento written?
Wayne Cilento has written 1 shows including Jerry's Girls (Conceiver).
Videos