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Arlene Phillips is a show business legend and a household name. Since creating the revolutionary dance group Hot Gossip, Arlene has gone on to work with superstars from across the world of entertainment and she has been nominated for Emmy, Tony and Laurence Olivier awards.

Alongside Grease, Arlene has choreographed shows such as Starlight Express, Wizard of Oz, Joseph, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Sound of Music, We Will Rock You, Grease, Flashdance. As a director, she has worked on Saturday Night Fever, Michael Flatley's Lord of the Dance, the Manchester XVII Commonwealth Games, and the concert tour of The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber which featured theatre legends such as Sarah Brightman, Elaine Paige, Michael Ball and Michael Crawford.

Outside of her work in theatre, Arlene has choreographed Hollywood films including 'Annie' directed by John Huston, Monty Python's 'The Meaning of Life', 'Highlander' starring Sean Connery, and Legend directed by Ridley Scott and starring Tom Cruise. Her choreography can be seen in many iconic music videos for international pop stars such as Whitney Houston, Elton John, Queen, Robbie Williams, Diana Ross, Duran Duran, Donna Summer, Cliff Richard, Bee Gees, Aretha Franklin and Tina Turner. Her insightful expertise has been broadcast to millions in her role as a TV judge on hit shows such as Strictly Come Dancing, So You Think You Can Dance and Strictly Dance Fever.

Arlene's recent work includes: choreographing the musical numbers in acclaimed playwright Alan Bennett's latest work Allelujah!; a new BBC production of Midsummer Night's Dream; a solo piece for Ed Watson of the Royal Ballet; and a duet for Candoco Dance Company. Arlene has also directed a contemporary new musical 'Myth'; and a staged production of 'A Little Princess' with music by Tony-nominated composer Andrew Lippa. In 2017 she toured the UK with her own show 'The Glitz, The Glamour, The Gossip' talking about her extensive career and telling stories from behind the scenes.

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Arlene Phillips STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
1974
The Mother

Arlene Phillips Productions

 
[West End, 2023]
CHOREOGRAPHER
 
[West End, 2023]
CHOREOGRAPHER
 
[West End, 2023]
CHOREOGRAPHER
 
[West End, 2022]
Director and Co-Creator
 
[West End, 2022]
Choreographer
 
[UK Tour, 2022] [Replacement]
Director[Replacement]
 
[UK Tour, 2021] [Replacement]
Choreographer[Replacement]
 
[US Tour, 2013]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 2011]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 2007]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 2006]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 2004]
Director/Choreographer
 
[West End, 2002]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Director
Choreographer
Director/Choreographer
 
[West End, 1998]
Director/Choreographer
 
[West End, 1993]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1987]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 1984]
Choreographer

Writing


Arlene Phillips Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 1987 - Best Choreography

Arlene Phillips , Starlight Express

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GUYS & DOLLS Will Extend a Final Time at The Bridge Theatre


Catch the final extension of GUYS & DOLLS at the Bridge until January 4, 2025. Don't miss your chance to see this iconic Broadway show's extended run.Nicholas Hytner's critically acclaimed immersive production of Guys & Dolls announces its final extension, with tickets on sale until 04 January 2024.

SUNSET BOULEVARD arrasa en los premios Olivier


Ayer se celebró la gala de los premios Olivier 2024, en la que SUNSET BOULEVARD, el innovador revival dirigido por Jamie Lloyd, fue la producción más galardonada con 7 premios incluyendo mejor revival de un musical.

Olivier Awards 2024: The Full List of Winners


The biggest stars of London theatre gathered today at the Royal Albert Hall for the Olivier Awards 2024, hosted by Hannah Waddingham. Find out about Sunset Boulevard and the night's other big winners!

BroadwayWorld's Olivier Awards 2024 Predictions


The 2024 Olivier Awards are fast approaching on April 14. Ahead of one of the most exciting nights in theatreland, our critics – Aliya Al-Hassan, Mica Blackwell, Alexander Cohen, Katie Kirkpatrick, Kat Mokrynski, Gary Naylor, Kerrie Nicholson, Matthew Paluch and Christiana Rose share their thoughts about who and what will triumph on the night, as well as who should twin each category.

Alfie Boe Joins WITH ALL OUR HEARTS Gala Celebrating the NHS


Alfie Boe is joining the starry cast of With All Our Hearts, an exciting West End Gala at the Adelphi Theatre that will celebrate over 75 years of the NHS. 

Aimie Atkinson and Jo Foster Join Cast For West End Gala Celebrating the NHS


Further casting has been announced for With All Our Hearts, a West End Gala at the Adelphi Theatre that will celebrate over 75 years of the NHS. The performance is set for 9 April 2024.

Full Cast Revealed For the London Return of STARLIGHT EXPRESS


Rehearsals are underway for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s STARLIGHT EXPRESS! The full cast has now been announced for the new production. Learn more about who is starring in the musical here!

Photos: PRISCILLA THE PARTY Opens At HERE @Outernet


Last night, Priscilla the Party! celebrated the official opening of the show at HERE @Outernet. Guests in attendance included Katie Price and John Joe Slater, Christopher Biggins, Heidi Range, Keala Settle, Divina de Campo and more. See photos from the celebration!

Nina Wadia, Sinitta, Sonia, and More Will Lead NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL A MUSICAL UK Tour


Nina Wadia will star as Gemma in the world premiere of NOW That’s What I Call A Musical, a brand-new British musical written by award-winning comedian Pippa Evans and directed and choreographed by Craig Revel Horwood.

SUNSET BOULEVARD, PLAZA SUITE, and More Nominated For Olivier Awards; Full List!


The nominations are in for this year's Olivier Awards! Among those nominated are Sunset Boulevard, Plaza Suite, The National Theatre, and many more. Check out the full list of nominations here!

Review: GUYS & DOLLS, Bridge Theatre


The challenge of updating theatrical classics has led to some truly stunning theatre, such as the sell-out Cabaret and last year’s darkly stark OKLAHOMA! Frank Loesser’s 1950 musical comedy about sin and romantic salvation during the height of Prohibition was ripe for an update and Nicholas Hytner’s immersive production of Guys & Dolls has been thrilling critics and audiences alike since it opened last year.

West End Gala Will Celebrate the NHS 75th Anniversary at Adelphi Theatre This April


A West End Gala at the Adelphi Theatre will celebrate over 75 years of the NHS – a major milestone reached by the health service in 2023.

WHAT (IS) A WOMAN, Andrée Bernard's Blistering New Play Premieres at the Arcola Theatre


'What (is) a Woman' is a blistering new play by Andrée Bernard premiering at Arcola Theatre from April 23rd to May 4th.

Photos: First Look at New Cast in Rehearsal for Immersive GUYS & DOLLS


New cast members are currently in rehearsal for the immersive production of Guys & Dolls at the Bridge Theatre. See rehearsal photos!

Full Cast and Additional Performances Revealed For GREASE UK and Ireland Tour


The full cast has been set for the UK and Ireland tour of Jim Jacobs & Warren Casey’s iconic musical GREASE, directed by Nikolai Foster and choreographed by Arlene Phillips. Additional performances have been added in Dublin, Manchester, Newcastle etc.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW UK / West End Awards; Voting Ends 31 December!


It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 31 December at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks Left to Vote for the BWW UK / West End Awards


There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18 for the 2023 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards December 5 Standings


It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5 for the 2023 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Cast and Creative Team Set for EXHIBITIONISTS World Premiere at King's Head Theatre


Full cast and creative team have been revealed for the world premiere of Exhibitionists by Shaun McKenna and Andrew Van Sickle, a dazzling new gay romantic comedy about love, sex, happiness and freedom set in the San Francisco art world.

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards!


The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Arlene Phillips FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Arlene Phillips been in?

Arlene Phillips has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Arlene Phillips been in?

Arlene Phillips has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Arlene Phillips been nominated for?

Arlene Phillips has been nominated for Best Choreography at the Tony Awards for Starlight Express.

How many shows has Arlene Phillips written?

Arlene Phillips has written 1 shows including Saturday Night Fever (Bookwriter).

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