Wayne Cilento
Latest News on Wayne Cilento:
Pompano Players Professional Theater Company to Launch at the Pompano Beach Cultural Center (Jul 22, 2024)
Tickets to WICKED at The Paramount Theatre to go on Sale This Month (Jul 19, 2024)
Tickets to WICKED at Portland's Keller Auditorium to go on Sale Next Week (Jul 19, 2024)
Pompano Players Professional Theater Company to Launch at the Pompano Beach Cultural Center (Jul 22, 2024)
Tickets to WICKED at The Paramount Theatre to go on Sale This Month (Jul 19, 2024)
Tickets to WICKED at Portland's Keller Auditorium to go on Sale Next Week (Jul 19, 2024)
Wayne Cilento 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.
Wayne Cilento Photos
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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!
Wayne Cilento STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1973
Performer
Wayne Cilento Productions
Writing
Conceiver
Wayne Cilento 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'
Wayne Cilento Videos
Video: Watch WICKED Stars Alyssa Fox & McKenzie Kurtz Perform 'For Good' on GMA3
by Michael Major - Oct 27, 2023
Video: Watch WICKED Perform 'One Short Day' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA Ahead of 20th Anniversary
by Michael Major - Oct 27, 2023
VIDEO: Watch Past and Present Glindas Perform 'Popular' for WICKED 20th Anniversary
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 22, 2023
Video: Watch WICKED's NPR Tiny Desk Concert With Alyssa Fox and McKenzie Kurtz
by Stephi Wild - Sep 21, 2023
Video: Wayne Cilento Unpacks His 50 Years Onstage and Bringing DANCIN' Back to Broadway
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Apr 24, 2023
Video: DANCIN' Cast Performs 'Sing Sing Sing' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - Mar 28, 2023
Video: First Look at the Cast of BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN' Performing 'Dancin' Man'
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2023
VIDEO: History-Making 'Glinda' Brittney Johnson Makes Her First Entrance in WICKED
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2022
VIDEO: Idina Menzel, Kristin Chenoweth, and More Talk the Making of WICKED on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2021
VIDEO: See How Elphaba Gets Green for the National Tour of WICKED at the Mirvish Center!
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 20, 2018
Wayne Cilento News
Pompano Players Professional Theater Company to Launch at the Pompano Beach Cultural Center
The Pompano Players debut at the Pompano Beach Cultural Center, bringing a dynamic lineup of theatrical performances to the community. Discover their upcoming shows and experience local talent on stage.
The Pompano Players debut at the Pompano Beach Cultural Center, bringing a dynamic lineup of theatrical performances to the community. Discover their upcoming shows and experience local talent on stage.
Tickets to WICKED at The Paramount Theatre to go on Sale This Month
WICKED, Seattle’s most popular musical, will return to The Paramount Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
WICKED, Seattle’s most popular musical, will return to The Paramount Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Tickets to WICKED at Portland's Keller Auditorium to go on Sale Next Week
WICKED, Portland’s most popular musical, will return to Portland’s Keller Auditorium in October. Learn how to purchase tickets.
WICKED, Portland’s most popular musical, will return to Portland’s Keller Auditorium in October. Learn how to purchase tickets.
WICKED to Return To BroadwaySF's Orpheum Theatre in August
Experience the magic as WICKED returns to BroadwaySF's Orpheum Theatre. Discover the untold story of the witches of Oz in this beloved musical, captivating audiences once again.
Experience the magic as WICKED returns to BroadwaySF's Orpheum Theatre. Discover the untold story of the witches of Oz in this beloved musical, captivating audiences once again.
Ainsley Melham Joins Australian Production of WICKED
WICKED continues to cast its spell over Melbourne, with its cast enchanting audiences eight times a week. From July though, there will be a new Fiyero in the Emerald City.
WICKED continues to cast its spell over Melbourne, with its cast enchanting audiences eight times a week. From July though, there will be a new Fiyero in the Emerald City.
WICKED in Melbourne Celebrates Pink Day This Weekend
National Pink Day takes place on June 23 every year, when everyone is encouraged to wear something pink on this particular day. It is a day of celebrating everything the colour represents.
National Pink Day takes place on June 23 every year, when everyone is encouraged to wear something pink on this particular day. It is a day of celebrating everything the colour represents.
Video: Idina Menzel Recalls Winning the Tony for WICKED
Idina Menzel stopped by Live With Kelly and Mark to discuss the Tony Awards, both past and present. In 2004, the performer won the Tony for her role as Elphaba in Wicked and will be also presenting this Sunday at the ceremony for the 77th Annual Tony Awards. Watch the clip!
Idina Menzel stopped by Live With Kelly and Mark to discuss the Tony Awards, both past and present. In 2004, the performer won the Tony for her role as Elphaba in Wicked and will be also presenting this Sunday at the ceremony for the 77th Annual Tony Awards. Watch the clip!
WICKED Will Hold Open Call For Broadway and Touring Companies in Orlando
The Broadway and National Touring Companies of Wicked will hold an open casting call for singers and dancers in Orlando next month.
The Broadway and National Touring Companies of Wicked will hold an open casting call for singers and dancers in Orlando next month.
Unpack the Tony Awards History of the 2024 Nominated Revivals
The results of this season's Tony races are still up in the air, but many of this season's nominated revivals have been through awards season before. How did they fare? The past may not always be the best indicator of the future, but accolades of years past provide interesting insight nonetheless. Check out a complete list of who was nominated, in what categories, and most importantly... if they won!
The results of this season's Tony races are still up in the air, but many of this season's nominated revivals have been through awards season before. How did they fare? The past may not always be the best indicator of the future, but accolades of years past provide interesting insight nonetheless. Check out a complete list of who was nominated, in what categories, and most importantly... if they won!
Tickets Now on Sale For Final Melbourne Dates For WICKED
WICKED has been casting its spell over Melbourne since March. Final tickets go on sale this week for the Melbourne season at the Regent Theatre, with pre-sales from today and GP sales from Friday 17 May.
WICKED has been casting its spell over Melbourne since March. Final tickets go on sale this week for the Melbourne season at the Regent Theatre, with pre-sales from today and GP sales from Friday 17 May.
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For JERRY'S GIRLS at Menier Chocolate Factory
All new rehearsal photos have been released for Jerry's Girls at Menier Chocolate Factory. Check out the photos here!
All new rehearsal photos have been released for Jerry's Girls at Menier Chocolate Factory. Check out the photos here!
WICKED Adds Additional Performances in Brisbane
Due to enormous demand, four additional weeks of the musical phenomenon WICKED have been released for the Brisbane season up until 17 November, with general public tickets from 10 May.
Due to enormous demand, four additional weeks of the musical phenomenon WICKED have been released for the Brisbane season up until 17 November, with general public tickets from 10 May.
WICKED Becomes 10th Longest-Running West End Show in British History
WICKED, the West End stage musical phenomenon that tells the incredible untold story of the Witches of Oz, will play its 6,762nd performance, becoming the 10th longest-running West End stage production in British history.
WICKED, the West End stage musical phenomenon that tells the incredible untold story of the Witches of Oz, will play its 6,762nd performance, becoming the 10th longest-running West End stage production in British history.
Pittsburgh Playhouse Unveils 24 �" 25 Season Featuring Theatre, Dance & More
Pittsburgh Playhouse at Point Park University has revealed the lineup for the 2024-2025 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Pittsburgh Playhouse at Point Park University has revealed the lineup for the 2024-2025 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Jessica Martin Joins JERRY'S GIRLS at Menier Chocolate Factory
Jessica Martin will join Cassidy Janson and Julie Yammanee to complete the company for the revival of Jerry Herman’s JERRY’S GIRLS at The Menier Chocolate Factory. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Jessica Martin will join Cassidy Janson and Julie Yammanee to complete the company for the revival of Jerry Herman’s JERRY’S GIRLS at The Menier Chocolate Factory. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The Museum of Broadway Will Host Reunions For the Casts of THE WHO'S TOMMY and JELLY'S LAST JAM
The Museum of Broadway will host two upcoming events reunited the original Broadway casts of The Who's Tommy and Jelly's Last Jam next week. Learn more about both events here!
The Museum of Broadway will host two upcoming events reunited the original Broadway casts of The Who's Tommy and Jelly's Last Jam next week. Learn more about both events here!
Cast Set For JERRY'S GIRLS at Menier Chocolate Factory
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced full casting for the revival of Jerry Herman’s JERRY’S GIRLS. Hannah Chissick directs Cassidy Janson, Lyn Paul and Julie Yammanee.
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced full casting for the revival of Jerry Herman’s JERRY’S GIRLS. Hannah Chissick directs Cassidy Janson, Lyn Paul and Julie Yammanee.
Lauren Samuels, Austen Danielle Bohmer & More to Join WICKED Tour
The national tour of Wicked is welcoming new cast members. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!
The national tour of Wicked is welcoming new cast members. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!
WICKED Adds Additional Performances in Melbourne
Wicked has been playing to ecstatic full houses at Melbourne’s Regent Theatre since it opened on 2 March. Due to demand, new performances for WICKED have been released for sale up until 28 July, with presales beginning today and general public tickets from 12 April.
Wicked has been playing to ecstatic full houses at Melbourne’s Regent Theatre since it opened on 2 March. Due to demand, new performances for WICKED have been released for sale up until 28 July, with presales beginning today and general public tickets from 12 April.
JERRY'S GIRLS Revival Will Open Next Month at Menier Chocolate Factory
A major revival of Jerry Herman's Jerry's Girls will open at The Menier Chocolate Factory next month. Directed by Hannah Chissick, with choreography by Matt Cole, musical supervision and arrangements by Sarah Travis, and an all-female band, this new production opens on 22 May.
A major revival of Jerry Herman's Jerry's Girls will open at The Menier Chocolate Factory next month. Directed by Hannah Chissick, with choreography by Matt Cole, musical supervision and arrangements by Sarah Travis, and an all-female band, this new production opens on 22 May.
Wayne Cilento 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?
Wayne Cilento has been nominated for several prestigious awards throughout his career, including Outstanding Choreography at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Sweet Charity" and "Wicked," Best Choreography at the Tony Awards for "Sweet Charity," "Wicked," "Dream," "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying," "The Who's Tommy," and "Baby," Best Theatre Choreographer at the Olivier Awards for "Tommy," and Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Who's Tommy." He also received a nomination for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Dancin'."
What awards has Wayne Cilento won?
Wayne Cilento has won the Tony Award for Best Choreography for The Who's Tommy.
How many shows has Wayne Cilento written?
Wayne Cilento has written 1 shows including Jerry's Girls (Conceiver).
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