Rachel Chavkin
Latest News on Rachel Chavkin:
LEMPICKA Delays Release of Cast Recording to June 18 (Jun 6, 2024)
LAURA BENANTI: NOBODY CARES is Available to Stream on Audible Now (Jun 6, 2024)
HADESTOWN to Open in Sydney, Australia in 2025 (Jun 5, 2024)
LEMPICKA Delays Release of Cast Recording to June 18 (Jun 6, 2024)
LAURA BENANTI: NOBODY CARES is Available to Stream on Audible Now (Jun 6, 2024)
HADESTOWN to Open in Sydney, Australia in 2025 (Jun 5, 2024)
Rachel Chavkin BIO
Chavkin is a director, writer and artistic director of the TEAM. Hadestown (NYTW, National Theatre, London) has been one of her greatest joys. Tony and Lortel nominations and Drama Desk Award for Dave Malloy's Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 (Broadway, Ars Nova, A.R.T.). London: Mission Drift (National Theatre), American Clock (Old Vic). Select New York and regional: Marco Ramirez’s The Royale (LCT; Obie Award, Drama Desk and Lortel noms.), Malloy’s Preludes (LCT3), Bess Wohl’s Small Mouth Sounds (Ars Nova and national tour) and Continuity (MTC), Carson Kreitzer’s and Matt Gould’s Lempicka (Williamstown Theatre Festival), The Royal Family (Guthrie Theatre) and multiple collaborations with Taylor Mac.
Her first film, Remind Me, was an official selection of the Venice and Beverly Hills Film Festivals. 2017 Smithsonian Award for Ingenuity.
In 2019-2020, she will direct Malloy’s Moby Dick at A.R.T. She is a proud NYTW Usual Suspect and Member SDC. Chavkin earned her BFA at NYU where she now serves on the directing faculty at Playwrights Horizons Theater School, and earned her MFA at Columbia University.
Rachel Chavkin Photos
The Cast & Company of "Hadestown" & "Lempicka" including Rachel Chavkin, Beth Leavel, Eden Espinosa, Jordan Fisher, Andrew Samonsky, Phillip Boykin, Isa Briones, Jon Jon Briones, Amber Iman, George Abud, Natalie Joy Johnson, Composer Matt Gould, Nathaniel Stampley
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03/21/2024
From: Photos: 48th Street is Renamed Chavkin Way For Rachel Chavkin
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Katie Finneran, Scott Foley, Playwright Larissa FastHorse, Second Stage Artistic Director Carole Rothman, Director Rachel Chavkin, Christopher Ryan Grant, Clea Alsip, Amy Staats, D'Arcy Carden and Chris Sullivan
Date:
04/21/2023
From: Photos: The Cast of THE THANKSGIVING PLAY Takes Their Opening Night Bows
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Reeve Carney, Eva Noblezada, Andre de Shields, Patrick Page, Amber Gray, David Neumann, Anais Mitchell and Rachel Chavkin with the cast during the Broadway Press Performance Preview of "Hadestown" at the Walter Kerr Theatre on March 18, 2019 in New York
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03/18/2019
From: Photo Coverage: Go Way Down and Meet The Cast of HADESTOWN on Broadway!
Choreographer David Neumann, Composer and author Anais Mitchell and director Rachel Chavkin during the Broadway Press Performance Preview of "Hadestown" at the Walter Kerr Theatre on March 18, 2019 in New York City.
Date:
03/18/2019
From: Photo Coverage: Go Way Down and Meet The Cast of HADESTOWN on Broadway!
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Rachel Chavkin Awards and Nominations
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Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
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Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Direction of a Musical
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Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Rachel Chavkin, Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812
Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Direction of a Musical
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Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Director of a Play
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The Lortels - 2016 - Outstanding Director
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The Lortels - 2014 - Outstanding Director
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Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
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Obie Awards - 2013 - Special Citation
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Rachel Chavkin Videos
Exclusive: André De Shields Reprising Hermes Role For Rachel Chavkin-Directed Podcast
by Michael Major - Mar 19, 2024
Video: First Look At Eden Espinosa, Amber Iman And More In LEMPICKA On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2024
Video: Watch Jordan Fisher & Ani DiFranco Perform From HADESTOWN on TAMRON HALL
by Michael Major - Feb 23, 2024
Video: Watch Lola Tung and Jordan Fisher Sing 'All I've Ever Known' in HADESTOWN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2024
Photos/Video: Lola Tung and Ani DiFranco Take Their First Bows in HADESTOWN
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 10, 2024
VIDEO: Gloria Onitiri Performs 'Our Lady Of The Underground' From HADESTOWN in the West End
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2024
VIDEO: Anaïs Mitchell Sings 'Flowers' at the HADESTOWN West End Launch Event
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2024
Video: Watch Jordan Fisher Talk HADESTOWN During The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 25, 2023
Photos & Video: HADESTOWN Formally Added to Library of Congress Collection
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 18, 2023
Video: Watch Betty Who & HADESTOWN Cast Perform 'Livin' It Up on Top' on the TODAY SHOW
by Michael Major - Sep 28, 2023
VIDEO: Anaïs Mitchell and the Cast of HADESTOWN Celebrate Opening Night in Toronto
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 23, 2023
Rachel Chavkin News
LEMPICKA Delays Release of Cast Recording to June 18
The Original Broadway Cast Recording of Lempicka is still on its way, but fans will just have to wait a bit longer. The album, which was originally rescheduled for a June 12 release, has been pushed back to June 18.
The Original Broadway Cast Recording of Lempicka is still on its way, but fans will just have to wait a bit longer. The album, which was originally rescheduled for a June 12 release, has been pushed back to June 18.
LAURA BENANTI: NOBODY CARES is Available to Stream on Audible Now
Laura Benanti's one-woman comedy show, Laura Benanti: Nobody Cares, is available exclusively now on Audible. Learn how to listen to the show here!
Laura Benanti's one-woman comedy show, Laura Benanti: Nobody Cares, is available exclusively now on Audible. Learn how to listen to the show here!
HADESTOWN to Open in Sydney, Australia in 2025
Hadestown will make its Australian premiere at Theatre Royal Sydney in February 2025. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Hadestown will make its Australian premiere at Theatre Royal Sydney in February 2025. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
The Drama League 2023-24 Season Recap
This season's alumni have made remarkable contributions to the theatrical landscape with an impressive array of productions across various prestigious venues...
This season's alumni have made remarkable contributions to the theatrical landscape with an impressive array of productions across various prestigious venues...
Broadway Buying Guide: June 3, 2024- Ben Platt is Back
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, June 3, 2024.
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, June 3, 2024.
LEMPICKA Delays Release of Cast Recording to June 12
The Original Broadway Cast Recording of Lempicka is still on its way, but fans will just have to wait a bit longer. The album, which was originally set to be released digitally today, May 29, has been pushed back to June 12.
The Original Broadway Cast Recording of Lempicka is still on its way, but fans will just have to wait a bit longer. The album, which was originally set to be released digitally today, May 29, has been pushed back to June 12.
COME FROM AWAY, HADESTOWN, and More Set For Harris Center for the Arts 2024-25 Season
Folsom’s Harris Center for the Arts is thrilled to announce its 2024-2025 Broadway Series. Six shows, including four mega-hit Tony Award winners, the hysterical sequel to a smash-hit, and one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time make up the season. Learn more here!
Folsom’s Harris Center for the Arts is thrilled to announce its 2024-2025 Broadway Series. Six shows, including four mega-hit Tony Award winners, the hysterical sequel to a smash-hit, and one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time make up the season. Learn more here!
Stephanie Mills Will Return to Broadway as 'Hermes' in HADESTOWN
Grammy Award winner Stephanie Mills will join the cast of the Tony and Grammy Award-winning Best Musical, Hadestown as ‘Hermes.’
Grammy Award winner Stephanie Mills will join the cast of the Tony and Grammy Award-winning Best Musical, Hadestown as ‘Hermes.’
Broadway Buying Guide: May 28, 2024- HADESTOWN Is Back on Top
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, May 28, 2024.
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, May 28, 2024.
GATSBY, with Music by Florence Welch, Begins Performances at A.R.T.
The Great Gatsby begins performances at A.R.T today, May 26th, with an opening night scheduled for June 5th. The production will run through August 3rd.
The Great Gatsby begins performances at A.R.T today, May 26th, with an opening night scheduled for June 5th. The production will run through August 3rd.
World Premiere of GATSBY at A.R.T. Pushes First Preview Date
The world premiere musical Gatsby at A.R.T. will now begin previews on May 26. Learn more about the show.
The world premiere musical Gatsby at A.R.T. will now begin previews on May 26. Learn more about the show.
Jeanna de Waal, Jay Armstrong Johnson, and More Will Lead ANYTHING GOES at the Muny
Jeanna de Waal, Jay Armstrong Johnson, Kevin Chamberlin, George Abud, Kimberly Immanuel, Adrianna Hicks, Ann Harada, Lara Teeter, Eric Jordan Young, Danny Gardner, Spencer Jones and Joe Capstick will star in the Muny production of Anything Goes.
Jeanna de Waal, Jay Armstrong Johnson, Kevin Chamberlin, George Abud, Kimberly Immanuel, Adrianna Hicks, Ann Harada, Lara Teeter, Eric Jordan Young, Danny Gardner, Spencer Jones and Joe Capstick will star in the Muny production of Anything Goes.
Alberta Bair Theater Reveals 2024-2025 Season
The stage is alive in 24-25! Alberta Bair Theater has announced its 2024-2025 season packed with top-notch entertainment. Learn more about the full lineup here!
The stage is alive in 24-25! Alberta Bair Theater has announced its 2024-2025 season packed with top-notch entertainment. Learn more about the full lineup here!
Singer-Songwriter Yola Will Make Broadway Debut as 'Persephone' in HADESTOWN
Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Yola will make her Broadway debut in the role of Persephone in Hadestown beginning this summer! She will take over the role beginning July 2.
Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Yola will make her Broadway debut in the role of Persephone in Hadestown beginning this summer! She will take over the role beginning July 2.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 21, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 21, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 21, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
The Drama League Will Celebrate Pride Month With New Plays THE ARCHIVISTS and DADDY
The Drama League will celebrate Pride Month in June with first glimpses of two exciting new LGBTQIA+ plays. Partnering with The American LGBTQ+ Museum, they will present a staged reading of The Archivists and an open rehearsal of Daddy.
The Drama League will celebrate Pride Month in June with first glimpses of two exciting new LGBTQIA+ plays. Partnering with The American LGBTQ+ Museum, they will present a staged reading of The Archivists and an open rehearsal of Daddy.
Broadway Buying Guide: May 20, 2024- Broadway Classics Top the Week
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, May 20, 2024.
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, May 20, 2024.
Video: Rachel Chavkin and More Give Emotional Speeches at Closing Night of LEMPICKA
Lempicka played its final performance on Broadway on May 19. Following the final curtain call, members of the show's creative team, including Rachel Chavkin (director), Matt Gould (book and music), and more, took to the stage to give speeches about the show. Watch the video here!
Lempicka played its final performance on Broadway on May 19. Following the final curtain call, members of the show's creative team, including Rachel Chavkin (director), Matt Gould (book and music), and more, took to the stage to give speeches about the show. Watch the video here!
Video: LEMPICKA Celebrates Broadway Journey
Watch Lempicka's Broadway journey in the video here as the production plays its final Broadway performance today, May 19, 2024.
Watch Lempicka's Broadway journey in the video here as the production plays its final Broadway performance today, May 19, 2024.
Review: HADESTOWN at Ed Mirvish Theatre
Back by popular demand for a limited time is the multiple Tony and Grammy Awards winning new musical Hadestown - music, lyrics, and book by Anaïs Mitchell, directed by Rachel Chavkin - for a limited run at the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre until May 26. This modern, politically relevant tale combines two classic Greek legends - the stories of Hades and Persephone; and Orpheus and Eurydice - that is sure to lure in audiences like a siren song.
Back by popular demand for a limited time is the multiple Tony and Grammy Awards winning new musical Hadestown - music, lyrics, and book by Anaïs Mitchell, directed by Rachel Chavkin - for a limited run at the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre until May 26. This modern, politically relevant tale combines two classic Greek legends - the stories of Hades and Persephone; and Orpheus and Eurydice - that is sure to lure in audiences like a siren song.
Rachel Chavkin FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Rachel Chavkin written?
Rachel Chavkin has written 1 shows including Hadestown (Developed by).
What awards has Rachel Chavkin been nominated for?
Rachel Chavkin has been nominated for several awards for her outstanding work as a director. These nominations include Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Hadestown" and "Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812," Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Hadestown" and "Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812," Outstanding Director of a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Royale," Outstanding Director at The Lortels for "The Royale" and "Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812," and a Special Citation at the Obie Awards for "Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812."
What awards has Rachel Chavkin won?
Rachel Chavkin has won the following awards: Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Hadestown, Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Hadestown, Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for Hadestown, Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812, and a Special Citation at the Obie Awards for Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812.
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