Gavin Creel
Birth Place: Findlay, OH, USA
Latest News on Gavin Creel:
Video: Lin-Manuel Miranda Shares Clip of Gavin Creel Singing 'You'll Be Back' From HAMILTON (May 6, 2025)
Audra McDonald Becomes Most Tony-Nominated Performer in History with GYPSY (May 1, 2025)
2025 Tony Awards- The Nominees React (May 1, 2025)
Video: Lin-Manuel Miranda Shares Clip of Gavin Creel Singing 'You'll Be Back' From HAMILTON (May 6, 2025)
Audra McDonald Becomes Most Tony-Nominated Performer in History with GYPSY (May 1, 2025)
2025 Tony Awards- The Nominees React (May 1, 2025)
BIO
Gavin James Creel (born April 18, 1976) is an American actor, singer, and songwriter best known for his work in musical theater. Upcoming: Walk on Through: Confessions of a Museum Novice (book, music and lyrics, originally commissioned by The Metropolitan Museum of Art.) Broadway: Hello, Dolly! (Tony Award); Hair (Tony nomination); Thoroughly Modern Millie (Tony nomination); Waitress; The Book of Mormon; She Loves Me; La Cage aux Folles. West End: The Book of Mormon (Olivier Award), Hair, Waitress, Mary Poppins. Television: PBS “Stars on Stage,” “American Horror Stories,” “Eloise at the Plaza” and “Eloise at Christmastime.” Original recordings: GOODTIMENATION, Quiet, Get Out. Graduate: University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre and Dance. Gavin is a Hermitage Artist Writing Fellow, and Walk on Through was selected for development at the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center’s 2022 National Musical Theatre Conference.
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Julia Lester as "Little Red Riding Hood", Gavin Creel as "The Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince", Brian d'Arcy James as "The Baker", Patina Miller as "The Witch", Sara Bareilles as "The Baker’s Wife", Phillipa Soo as "Cinderella", Joshua Henry as "Rapunzel’s Prince" and David Patrick Kelly as "The Narrator/Mysterious Man"
Date:
06/30/2022
From: Photos: The Cast of INTO THE WOODS Takes Bows at First Preview on Broadway
Julia Lester as "Little Red Riding Hood", Gavin Creel as "The Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince", Brian d'Arcy James as "The Baker", Patina Miller as "The Witch", Sara Bareilles as "The Baker’s Wife", Phillipa Soo as "Cinderella" and Joshua Henry as "Rapunzel’s Prince", David Patrick Kelly as "The Narrator/Mysterious Man", Cole Thompson as "Jack" and Aymee Garcia as "Jack’s Mother"
Date:
06/30/2022
From: Photos: The Cast of INTO THE WOODS Takes Bows at First Preview on Broadway
Julia Lester as "Little Red Riding Hood", Gavin Creel as "The Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince", Brian d'Arcy James as "The Baker", Patina Miller as "The Witch", Sara Bareilles as "The Baker’s Wife", Phillipa Soo as "Cinderella", Joshua Henry as "Rapunzel’s Prince", David Patrick Kelly as "The Narrator/Mysterious Man" and Cole Thompson as "Jack"
Date:
06/30/2022
From: Photos: The Cast of INTO THE WOODS Takes Bows at First Preview on Broadway
Julia Lester as "Little Red Riding Hood", Gavin Creel as "The Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince", Brian d'Arcy James as "The Baker", Patina Miller as "The Witch", Sara Bareilles as "The Baker’s Wife", Phillipa Soo as "Cinderella", Joshua Henry as "Rapunzel’s Prince" and David Patrick Kelly as "The Narrator/Mysterious Man"
Date:
06/30/2022
From: Photos: The Cast of INTO THE WOODS Takes Bows at First Preview on Broadway
Julia Lester as "Little Red Riding Hood", Gavin Creel as "The Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince", Brian d'Arcy James as "The Baker", Patina Miller as "The Witch", Musical Director Rob Berman, Sara Bareilles as "The Baker’s Wife", Phillipa Soo as "Cinderella" and Joshua Henry as "Rapunzel’s Prince", David Patrick Kelly as "The Narrator/Mysterious Man", Cole Thompson as "Jack" and and Aymee Garcia as "Jack’s Mother"
Date:
06/30/2022
From: Photos: The Cast of INTO THE WOODS Takes Bows at First Preview on Broadway
Julia Lester as "Little Red Riding Hood", Gavin Creel as "The Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince", Brian d'Arcy James as "The Baker", Patina Miller as "The Witch", Musical Director Rob Berman, Sara Bareilles as "The Baker’s Wife", Phillipa Soo as "Cinderella" and Joshua Henry as "Rapunzel’s Prince"
Date:
06/30/2022
From: Photos: The Cast of INTO THE WOODS Takes Bows at First Preview on Broadway
Julia Lester as "Little Red Riding Hood", Gavin Creel as "The Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince", Brian d'Arcy James as "The Baker", Patina Miller as "The Witch", Musical Director Rob Berman, Sara Bareilles as "The Baker’s Wife", Phillipa Soo as "Cinderella" and Joshua Henry as "Rapunzel’s Prince"
Date:
06/30/2022
From: Photos: The Cast of INTO THE WOODS Takes Bows at First Preview on Broadway
Julia Lester as "Little Red Riding Hood", Gavin Creel as "The Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince", Brian d'Arcy James as "The Baker", Patina Miller as "The Witch", Sara Bareilles as "The Baker’s Wife", Phillipa Soo as "Cinderella" and Joshua Henry as "Rapunzel’s Prince", David Patrick Kelly as "The Narrator/Mysterious Man" and Cole Thompson as "Jack"
Date:
06/30/2022
From: Photos: The Cast of INTO THE WOODS Takes Bows at First Preview on Broadway
STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
MCC Theater Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
Gavin
[Off-Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Company One-Night-Only Benefit, 2018
Billy Buck Chandler
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2017
Cornelius Hackl [Replacement]
Cornelius Hackl
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2001
Rick [Replacement]
Dillon [Replacement]
Lorraine [Replacement]
Pan [Replacement]
Bud [Replacement]
Pan/Bud/Daisy [Replacement]
Rick/Dillon/Lorraine [Replacement]
Daisy [Replacement]
Writing
TV Shows
She Loves Me
Steven Kodaly
Steven Kodaly
Rapunzel's Tangled Adventure
Matthews
Matthews
American Horror Stories
Troy, Troy Winslow
Troy, Troy Winslow
Awards and Nominations
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical
Gavin Creel, Hello, Dolly!
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical
Gavin Creel, Hello, Dolly!
winner
Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
Gavin Creel, Hello, Dolly!
winner
Olivier Awards - 2014 - Best Actor in a Musical
Gavin CreelThe Book of Mormon
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Gavin Creel, Hair
Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
Gavin Creel, Thoroughly Modern Millie
Videos
Exclusive: Aaron Tveit Sings 'I Know Him So Well' at MISCAST25- a Tribute to Gavin Creel
by Nicole Rosky - 2025-04-18 10:13:33
Video: Audra McDonald Reflects on Kamala Harris' Visit to GYPSY on THE VIEW
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-04-03 14:32:49
Video: Watch Lea Salonga Perform 'Edelweiss' From MCC MISCAST24
by Michael Major - 2025-03-10 15:58:23
Video: Audra McDonald Talks the 'Tornado' of Mama Rose and How Gavin Creel Inspired Her to Play the Role
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-02-04 10:53:12
Video: Gavin Creel Sings 'Alone Tonight' in the COMMON DENOMINATOR Pilot
by Nicole Rosky - 2025-01-22 16:48:18
Video: Kate Baldwin Sings 'Everything' from HELD MOMENTARILY at 54 Below
by Michael Major - 2024-12-16 17:05:50
Video: Original NEWSIES Cast Members Team With SUFFS & More For Broadway Votes Music Video
by Michael Major - 2024-10-15 12:13:54
Video: Watch Jinkx Monsoon Sing 'One Day More' at MISCAST24
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-06-30 15:18:00
Video: Mykal Kilgore Performs 'Stars and the Moon' at MISCAST24
by Stephi Wild - 2024-05-06 10:16:31
Exclusive: Watch Lauren Patten Sing 'One Song, Glory' at MISCAST24
by Nicole Rosky - 2024-04-19 17:27:49
Video: Get an Exclusive Sneak Peek at Shoshana Bean in Rehearsal for Her Annual Holiday Concert at The Apollo
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-12-02 16:29:41
Video: Cast of INTO THE WOODS Talks Opening Night in Los Angeles
by Alan Henry - 2023-07-03 11:01:07
Video: Watch Joaquina Kalukango Perform 'Last Midnight' in INTO THE WOODS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-12-29 12:34:05
VIDEO: INTO THE WOODS Cast Performs 'Last Midnight' & Title Song on THE VIEW
by Michael Major - 2022-10-31 14:20:57
VIDEO: Gavin Creel Helps Make a Breast Cancer Survivor's Broadway Dreams Come True Onstage at INTO THE WOODS on TODAY
by Michael Major - 2022-10-27 11:36:49
Video: The Sanderson Sisters Bring Creepy Classic "Thriller" To I PUT A SPELL ON YOU At Sony Hall
by A.A. Cristi - 2022-10-25 00:00:02
Video: Jay Armstrong Johnson and The Sanderson Sisters Take the Stage At I PUT A SPELL ON YOU At Sony Hall
by A.A. Cristi - 2022-10-24 23:51:29
Video: Gavin Creel Does the 'Monster Mash' At I PUT A SPELL ON YOU At Sony Hall
by A.A. Cristi - 2022-10-24 23:44:36
VIDEO: Watch Gavin Creel & Andy Karl Perform 'Agony' From INTO THE WOODS on TODAY
by Michael Major - 2022-10-06 11:28:13
News
Video: Lin-Manuel Miranda Shares Clip of Gavin Creel Singing 'You'll Be Back' From HAMILTON
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2025
Lin-Manuel Miranda took to Instagram to share a throwback video of Gavin Creel performing 'You'll Be Back' from Hamilton, in rehearsal for the show's first public performance in 2012.
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2025
Lin-Manuel Miranda took to Instagram to share a throwback video of Gavin Creel performing 'You'll Be Back' from Hamilton, in rehearsal for the show's first public performance in 2012.
Audra McDonald Becomes Most Tony-Nominated Performer in History with GYPSY
by Josh Sharpe - May 1, 2025
Audra McDonald has broken a new Tony record, becoming the most-nominated performer in Broadway history. Her nomination as the iconic Mama Rose in the latest production of Gypsy marks the 11th for the performer, following her 2023 nomination for Ohio State Murders.
by Josh Sharpe - May 1, 2025
Audra McDonald has broken a new Tony record, becoming the most-nominated performer in Broadway history. Her nomination as the iconic Mama Rose in the latest production of Gypsy marks the 11th for the performer, following her 2023 nomination for Ohio State Murders.
2025 Tony Awards- The Nominees React
by Robert Diamond - May 1, 2025
Tonys time is here at last! The nominations for the 78th Annual Tony Awards were announced this morning by Sarah Paulson and Wendell Pierce. Follow us throughout the day, as we'll bring you Tony nominee reactions, exclusive reports, surprises, behind the scenes coverage and oh, so much more!
by Robert Diamond - May 1, 2025
Tonys time is here at last! The nominations for the 78th Annual Tony Awards were announced this morning by Sarah Paulson and Wendell Pierce. Follow us throughout the day, as we'll bring you Tony nominee reactions, exclusive reports, surprises, behind the scenes coverage and oh, so much more!
Celia Keenan-Bolger Will Receive the 2025 Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 29, 2025
The Tony Awards Administration Committee announced that Celia Keenan-Bolger will receive the 2025 Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award for her unwavering dedication to advocacy work through the arts.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 29, 2025
The Tony Awards Administration Committee announced that Celia Keenan-Bolger will receive the 2025 Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award for her unwavering dedication to advocacy work through the arts.
Ryan Vasquez, Pablo David Laucerica, and More Will Lead JERSEY BOYS at the Muny
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2025
Ryan Vasquez, Cory Jeacoma, Pablo David Laucerica, Andrew Poston, John Leone and Shea Coffman will star in Jersey Boys when the global sensation jukebox musical returns to The Muny this summer.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2025
Ryan Vasquez, Cory Jeacoma, Pablo David Laucerica, Andrew Poston, John Leone and Shea Coffman will star in Jersey Boys when the global sensation jukebox musical returns to The Muny this summer.
Videos You Missed This Week: JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN, FLOYD COLLINS, and More
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 25, 2025
It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! 2025 has officially arrived and the second half of the 2024-25 Broadway season is almost complete. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending April 25, 2025 with videos from John Proctor Is the Villain, Floyd Collins, and more!
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 25, 2025
It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! 2025 has officially arrived and the second half of the 2024-25 Broadway season is almost complete. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending April 25, 2025 with videos from John Proctor Is the Villain, Floyd Collins, and more!
Review: Cheyenne Jackson Makes OC Cabaret Debut at Segerstrom Center
by Michael Quintos - Apr 21, 2025
With a notable career that spans stage and screen, musically-gifted actor Cheyenne Jackson delivered a wonderfully charming, wickedly hilarious OC solo debut set during his three-night run at Segerstrom Center for the Arts' Samueli Theatre from April 10-12, 2025. Backed by the superbly talented Willy Beaman behind the piano, Jackson not only showcased his impressive, Broadway-honed singing chops but also his knack for touching and comedic storytelling, providing OC with a program that was as magnificent as it was swoon-worthy—with plenty of emotion, laughs, and ribald cheekiness generously served in between.
by Michael Quintos - Apr 21, 2025
With a notable career that spans stage and screen, musically-gifted actor Cheyenne Jackson delivered a wonderfully charming, wickedly hilarious OC solo debut set during his three-night run at Segerstrom Center for the Arts' Samueli Theatre from April 10-12, 2025. Backed by the superbly talented Willy Beaman behind the piano, Jackson not only showcased his impressive, Broadway-honed singing chops but also his knack for touching and comedic storytelling, providing OC with a program that was as magnificent as it was swoon-worthy—with plenty of emotion, laughs, and ribald cheekiness generously served in between.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 21, 2025
by - Apr 21, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 21, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Apr 21, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 21, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Videos You Missed This Week: DEAD OUTLAW, SMASH and More
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 18, 2025
It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! 2025 has officially arrived and the second half of the 2024-25 Broadway season is very much underway. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending April 18, 2025 with videos from Dead Outlaw, Smash, and more!
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 18, 2025
It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! 2025 has officially arrived and the second half of the 2024-25 Broadway season is very much underway. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending April 18, 2025 with videos from Dead Outlaw, Smash, and more!
Exclusive: Aaron Tveit Sings 'I Know Him So Well' at MISCAST25- a Tribute to Gavin Creel
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 18, 2025
BroadwayWorld is excited to bring you an exclusive sneak peek of one of the most touching moments of the night. Watch in this video as Aaron Tveit sings a tribute to his friend, and frequent Miscast collaborator, the late Gavin Creel.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 18, 2025
BroadwayWorld is excited to bring you an exclusive sneak peek of one of the most touching moments of the night. Watch in this video as Aaron Tveit sings a tribute to his friend, and frequent Miscast collaborator, the late Gavin Creel.
21 Theater Books for Your Spring 2025 Reading List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 13, 2025
Need a great book to spring into the new season? This spring, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 21 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's Spring 2025 reading list.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 13, 2025
Need a great book to spring into the new season? This spring, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 21 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's Spring 2025 reading list.
Review: Musical Theatre West Ventures Back INTO THE WOODS in Long Beach
by Michael Quintos - Apr 3, 2025
For Musical Theatre West's new, winning large-scale production—now on stage at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach through April 13, 2025—director Kari Hayter and a company of terrific performers have revived the musical in an expected, true-to-the-classic staging, bursting with the color and aura of a storybook fairy tale come-to-life. While, sure, nothing necessarily new is presented in MTW's vibe, this lively, genuinely spirited presentation reminds old and new fans exactly why the show—for many theatergoers—continues to be a beloved show decades after it first conjured itself on stage.
by Michael Quintos - Apr 3, 2025
For Musical Theatre West's new, winning large-scale production—now on stage at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach through April 13, 2025—director Kari Hayter and a company of terrific performers have revived the musical in an expected, true-to-the-classic staging, bursting with the color and aura of a storybook fairy tale come-to-life. While, sure, nothing necessarily new is presented in MTW's vibe, this lively, genuinely spirited presentation reminds old and new fans exactly why the show—for many theatergoers—continues to be a beloved show decades after it first conjured itself on stage.
Video: Audra McDonald Reflects on Kamala Harris' Visit to GYPSY on THE VIEW
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 3, 2025
With the new production of Gypsy now settling into its Broadway run, Audra McDonald visited The View on Thursday to discuss the acclaimed production. During the interview, she recalled the visit of former Vice President Kamala Harris this past January. Watch it now!
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 3, 2025
With the new production of Gypsy now settling into its Broadway run, Audra McDonald visited The View on Thursday to discuss the acclaimed production. During the interview, she recalled the visit of former Vice President Kamala Harris this past January. Watch it now!
Review: American Stage in the Park's Production of HAIR
by Peter Nason - Mar 30, 2025
Beads! Flowers! Freedom! Happiness!
by Peter Nason - Mar 30, 2025
Beads! Flowers! Freedom! Happiness!
Listen to Aaron Tveit, Jeremy Jordan, Jonathan Groff & More Sing on MISCAST Album
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 28, 2025
MCC Theater just released Miscast: The Studio Sessions, featuring twelve iconic songs from the last 25 years of Miscast, newly recorded. Check out album higlights, including performances by Heather Headley, Stephanie J. Block,
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 28, 2025
MCC Theater just released Miscast: The Studio Sessions, featuring twelve iconic songs from the last 25 years of Miscast, newly recorded. Check out album higlights, including performances by Heather Headley, Stephanie J. Block,
Eden Espinosa to Perform at Hermitage Greenfield Prize Dinner
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2025
Tony and Emmy Award nominee Eden Espinosa will perform at the 2025 Hermitage Greenfield Prize Dinner. Learn more about Espinosa and the event and see how to attend.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2025
Tony and Emmy Award nominee Eden Espinosa will perform at the 2025 Hermitage Greenfield Prize Dinner. Learn more about Espinosa and the event and see how to attend.
Video: Kelli O'Hara Performs 'She Loves Me' at BROADWAY BACKWARDS
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2025
Watch in this video as Tony Award-winner Kelli O'Hara stars in the latest Broadway Backwards, performing the title number from the classic musical, She Loves Me.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2025
Watch in this video as Tony Award-winner Kelli O'Hara stars in the latest Broadway Backwards, performing the title number from the classic musical, She Loves Me.
MCC Will Release Miscast Album Featuring Aaron Tveit, Jeremy Jordan and More
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2025
A new album featuring some of the best Miscast performances from years' past will be released this month! MCC Theater's Miscast: The Studio Sessions will be released on March 28.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2025
A new album featuring some of the best Miscast performances from years' past will be released this month! MCC Theater's Miscast: The Studio Sessions will be released on March 28.
Hermitage Greenfield Prize Weekend Events Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2025
The Hermitage Artist Retreat announced that 2025 Hermitage Greenfield Prize winner Rucyl Mills will have her first public Hermitage program at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens' Historic Spanish Point.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2025
The Hermitage Artist Retreat announced that 2025 Hermitage Greenfield Prize winner Rucyl Mills will have her first public Hermitage program at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens' Historic Spanish Point.
Video: Watch Lea Salonga Perform 'Edelweiss' From MCC MISCAST24
by Michael Major - Mar 10, 2025
Watch a video of Lea Salonga sing 'Edelweiss' from the musical The Sound of Music at MCC Theater's MISCAST24. Miscast features stars of stage and screen who take the stage to perform songs from roles in which they would not traditionally be cast.
by Michael Major - Mar 10, 2025
Watch a video of Lea Salonga sing 'Edelweiss' from the musical The Sound of Music at MCC Theater's MISCAST24. Miscast features stars of stage and screen who take the stage to perform songs from roles in which they would not traditionally be cast.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Gavin Creel been in?
Gavin Creel has appeared on Broadway in 10 shows.
How many West End shows has Gavin Creel been in?
Gavin Creel has appeared on London's West End in 4 shows.
What was Gavin Creel's first West End show?
Gavin Creel's first West End show was Mary Poppins which opened in 2004
What awards has Gavin Creel been nominated for?
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Hello, Dolly!, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hello, Dolly!, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hello, Dolly!, Best Actor in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for The Book of Mormon, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hair and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Thoroughly Modern Millie.
What awards has Gavin Creel won?
Gavin Creel has won the following awards: Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Hello, Dolly!; Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hello, Dolly!; Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hello, Dolly!; and Best Actor in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for The Book of Mormon.
How many shows has Gavin Creel written?
Gavin Creel has written 1 shows including Walk on Through: Confessions of a Museum Novice (Writer).
Videos