George Abbott was a renowned American theater director, producer, playwright, and actor who is known for his significant contributions to the American theater. Born on June 25, 1887, in Forestville, New York, Abbott began his career in the theater as an actor, but eventually became a successful producer and director.
Abbott's Broadway career spanned over seven decades, during which he produced and directed more than 100 Broadway productions, wrote over 30 plays and musicals, and acted in several productions. He made his Broadway debut as an actor in 1913 in The Misleading Lady and later went on to produce and direct ... read more
Richard Rodgers was an American composer of 43 Broadway musicals, leaving a legacy as one of the most significant composers of 20th century American music. He is best known for his songwriting partnerships with the lyricists Lorenz Hart and Oscar Hammerstein II. His compositions have had a significant impact on popular music.
Rodgers was the first person to win an EGOT. In addition, he was awarded a Pulitzer Prize, making him one of only two people to receive all five awards ... read more
Jonathan Stuart Cerullo has worked on Broadway as Choreography Consultant: Say Goodnight Gracie, Assistant Director and/or Choreo: Band In Berlin, Anna Karenina, The Three Musketeers, original Broadway cast: Legs Diamond, National Tour: CATS and Sweet Charity with Donna McKechnie. Also in New York, he was Choreographer for Big Apple Circus’ Carnivale! & Picturesque at Lincoln Center.
Off-Broadway Dir. and/or Choreo; 2016 Best Director Award Fictitious, Theater Now NY, NYMF 2015; Windywoo and 2009 Best of Fest, Choreographer; Under Fire, La Mama; Pins and Needles, Uta Hagen’s 50 Year Tribute, HB Studios and Equity Library Theatre.
TV: Created and ... read more
