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Ann Reinking

Birth Place: Seattle, WA, USA

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Ann Reinking received the Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards for Chicago.

Most recently, she served as Choreographer for The Visit on Broadway (2011) and Dance Consultant for An Evening With Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin (2004). Other Choreography: Applause-nat'l tour, Paper Mill Playhouse; Chicago-Encores! NY City Center; "Bye-Bye Birdie"-ABC-TV; Legends -Joffrey Ballet Chicago; Nilsson/Schmillson-Seattle's Spectrum Dance Theatre; Threepenny Opera-Williamstown Theatre Festival; Chicago starring Bebe Neuwirth and Juliet Prowse-Civic Light Opera of Long Beach (L.A. Drama Critics Award); Suite to Sondheim-Pacific Northwest Ballet; Pal Joey-Goodman Theatre of Chicago (Jefferson Award); Theatre: Roxie Hart-Chicago, Encores! NY City Center; Bye-Bye Birdie -nat'l tour opposite Tommy Tune; Bob Fosse's Dancin' (Tony nom.); Sweet Charity (revival); Roxie Hart in Bob Fosse's Chicago; Pippin, Coco, Maggie in Over Here! (Theatre World, Clarence Derwent and Outer Critics Circle Awards), Goodtime Charley (Tony nom.); The Unsinkable Molly Brown. Film: All That Jazz; Annie; Micki and Maude; Movie, Movie. Ms. Reinking is the founder and Artistic Director of the Broadway Theatre Project and in 1994 was awarded the Governor's Award-Ambassador of the Arts for the State of Florida. She received the Tony Award, Drama Desk, Outer Critics and Astaire Awards for her choreography of Chicago.

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Ann Reinking STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1999
Performer [Replacement]

[US Tour]
1st National Tour, 1997
Roxie Hart [Replacement]

Roxie Hart [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1996
Roxie Hart

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 1996
Roxie Hart

[Off-Off-Broadway]
Off-Off-Broadway Revival, 1986
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1986
Charity Hope Valentine [Replacement]

Charity [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
1983
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1978
Performer [Replacement]

Performer [Replacement]

Performer

Performer

[US Tour]
National Tour, 1976
Cassie [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1975
Cassie Ferguson [Replacement]

Cassie Ferguson [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1975
Roxie Hart [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1975
Joan of Arc

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1974
Maggie

Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1972
Player

Catherine (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1971
Ensemble

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1969
Ensemble

Ann Reinking Productions

 
[US Tour, 2022]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 2018] [Replacement]
Choreographer[Replacement]
 
[US Tour, 2012]
Choreographer
 
[Arlington, VA (Regional), 2008]
Choreographer
 
[Arlington, VA (Regional), 2007]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2004]
Choreographer
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2004] Cancelled
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Director/Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Choreographer
 
[Chicago (Regional), 2001]
Choral Director
 
[Broadway, 2001] Cancelled
Choreographer
 
[West End, 2000]
Director
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Choreographer
Director
 
[West End, 1997]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1996]
Choreographer
 
[Milburn, NJ (Regional), 1996]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1996]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2000] Cancelled
Choreographer
 
[New York, 1998]
Choreographer

Writing

Conceiver

Ann Reinking Movies

All That Jazz
[ 1979 ] Kate Jagger
Annie
[ 1982 ] Grace Farrell
Micki + Maude
[ 1984 ] Micki Salinger

Ann Reinking Awards and Nominations

Helen Hayes Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Choreography, Resident Production

Ann ReinkingThe Visit


winner
Drama League Awards - 1999 - Distinguished Achivement in Musical Theatre

Ann Reinking

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Choreography

Ann Reinking , Fosse

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Ann Reinking , Fosse

Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Direction of a Musical

Ann Reinking, Fosse

Olivier Awards - 1998 - Best Theatre Choreographer

Ann Reinking, Chicago


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1997 - Best Choreography

Ann Reinking, Chicago


winner
Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Choreography

Ann Reinking, Chicago


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1996 - Outstanding Choreography

Ann Reinking, Chicago

Tony Awards - 1978 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Ann Reinking , Dancin'

Drama Desk Awards - 1975 - Outstanding Actress - Musical

Ann Reinking, Goodtime Charley

Tony Awards - 1975 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical

Ann Reinking, Goodtime Charley


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1974 - Best Actress

Ann Reinking, Over Here!


winner
Theatre World Awards - 1974 - Performance

Ann Reinking, Over Here!

Ann Reinking Videos

Ann Reinking News


CHICAGO Comes to Canberra in September


The acclaimed production of one of Australia’s favourite musicals,CHICAGO, will open in Canberra in September this year, the first time a professional production of this Broadway favourite has played in Australia’s capital city. Presales begin today and general public tickets are on sale from Friday 19 April.

CHICAGO Returns to Wolverhampton Grand Theatre This June


Further dates have been announced for the 2024/2025 UK and Ireland tour of the multi award-winning musical CHICAGO. The tour will visit Wolverhampton Grand Theatre from Monday 23 – Saturday 28 June 2025.

Joe Iconis and Lauren Marcus Welcome Their First Child


Be More Chill composer Joe Iconis and writer/actress Lauren Marcus have welcomed their first child!

CHICAGO Comes to The King's Theater in Glasgow in August


The King’s Theatre in Glasgow has announced the multi award-winning musical CHICAGO will be coming to the venue from 18-23 August 2025 and tickets are on sale now.

Further Dates Set for the 2024/2025 UK and Ireland tour of CHICAGO


Further dates have been announced for the 2024/2025 UK and Ireland tour of the multi award-winning musical CHICAGO. The tour will open at Milton Keynes Theatre on 12 October 2024.

Photos: First Look at Robyn Hurder as Velma Kelly in Chicago


Get a first look at photos of Robyn Hurder as Velma Kelly in Chicago.

Bianca Marroquin and Natasha Yvette Williams Will Return to CHICAGO on Broadway


Chicago on Broadway will welcome back Bianca Marroquín in the role of “Roxie Hart” and Tony nominee Natasha Yvette Williams in the role of “Matron Mama Morton.' Both will return beginning Monday, April 8 at the Ambassador Theatre.

MTI Launches New Licensing Division, MTI Concert Dance


MTI Concert Dance will license choreographed works from well-known choreographers across many genres of dance. For its launch, MTI has partnered with The Robbins Rights Trust to exclusively license the entire ballet repertory of the legendary Jerome Robbins.

Meet the Cast of CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway


The Kit Kat Club is now open! Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, starring Academy Award and Tony Award winner Eddie Redmayne and introducing Gayle Rankin, begins previews tonight, April 1, at the August Wilson Theatre. Meet the cast of Cabaret here!

Video: First Look at Robyn Hurder as Velma in CHICAGO


Tony Award nominee Robyn Hurder has returned to Chicago on Broadway in the role of 'Velma Kelly'. Check out a video clip of her here!

New Tickets On Sale For Sydney Season Of CHICAGO


Due to huge demand, additional performances have been released today for the upcoming Sydney season of CHICAGO. Tickets up to 21 July are on pre-sale from today, with General Public sales from Friday 22 March.

CHICAGO se despide de Madrid


El próximo 28 de abril la temporada limitada de CHICAGO bajará el telón una última vez en Madrid antes de embarcarse en una gira por España que culminará en julio de 2025.

Video: The Best of Donna McKechnie


Tony Award-winner Donna McKechnie is back on Broadway this spring! As BroadwayWorld previously reported, she just assumed the role of Madame Morrible in Wicked. To celebrate Donna's triumphant return to the Broadway stage, we've rounded up just a few videos of our favorite performances from Broadway past.

CRAZY FOR YOU to be Presented at Nazareth University Arts Center


Experience the magic of George and Ira Gershwin's classic music in CRAZY FOR YOU at Nazareth University Arts Center in April. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Robyn Hurder to Return to CHICAGO as Velma This Month


Tony Award nominee Robyn Hurder will return to Chicago on Broadway in the role of “Velma Kelly” beginning Tuesday, March 26 through Sunday, June 16.

Interview: Red Concepcion Looks on 'Mr. Cellophane's' Bright Side


Red Concepcion, who just made his Broadway debut in “Chicago,” sprinkles a little sunshine in his character, Amos Hart, who’s often depicted as Roxie’s “scummy, crummy, dummy hubby.” In the show’s first few minutes, it’s made clear Roxie has been cheating on Amos, clinging to men who have promised her a shot at being a local celebrity.

Review: CHICAGO at The McCallum Theatre


What did our critic think of CHICAGO at The McCallum Theatre? There’s never been a better time to experience CHICAGO, Broadway’s razzle-dazzle smash. This triumphant hit musical is the recipient of six Tony Awards®, two Olivier Awards, a Grammy®, thousands of standing ovations, and now the #1 longest-running American Musical in Broadway history.

Interview: Michael Orland Enjoys/Loves Being Continuously Booked & Always Giving Back


The consistently busy musical director Michael Orland books gigs on both coasts juggling the multitude of vocalists all vying to have his piano expertise to accompany them. One of his next shows in Los Angeles will be his Open Mic Event at the Write-Off Room March 22, 2024. Michael managed to answer a few of my queries during his drive to Palm Springs.  

Ariana Madix Out of CHICAGO February 27 Performance


TV personality, actress and author Ariana Madix will miss tonight's performance of Chicago.

Meet the Cast of THE OUTSIDERS, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!


The Broadway premiere of The Outsiders, the new musical based on the novel by S.E. Hinton & Francis Ford Coppola’s film, begins previews tonight, Saturday, March 16. Meet the cast of The Outsiders here!

Ann Reinking FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Ann Reinking been in?

Ann Reinking has appeared on Broadway in 11 shows.

How many West End shows has Ann Reinking been in?

Ann Reinking has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Ann Reinking been nominated for?

Ann Reinking has been nominated for several awards throughout her career, including Outstanding Choreography at the Helen Hayes Awards for "The Visit," Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre at the Drama League Awards, Outstanding Choreography and Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Fosse," Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Fosse," Best Theatre Choreographer at the Olivier Awards for "Chicago," Best Choreography at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Chicago," Best Choreography at the Tony Awards for "Chicago," Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for "Chicago," Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Dancin'," Outstanding Actress - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Goodtime Charley," Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Goodtime Charley," Best Actress at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Over Here!," and Performance at the Theatre World Awards for "Over Here!"

What awards has Ann Reinking won?

Ann Reinking has won several awards, including Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre from the Drama League Awards, Best Choreography from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Chicago, Best Choreography from the Tony Awards for Chicago, Outstanding Choreography from the Drama Desk Awards for Chicago, Best Actress from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Over Here!, and Performance from the Theatre World Awards for Over Here!.

How many shows has Ann Reinking written?

Ann Reinking has written 2 shows including Fosse (Conceiver), The Look of Love (Conceiver).

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