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Al Blackstone (he/him/his) is an Emmy-winning director, choreographer, and educator. His passion for bringing people together to experience something meaningful drives him to make dances, tell stories, and encourage joyful connection. Born in New Jersey and raised in a dance studio, he has called New York City home for more than a decade. In that time he has created emotional work for the stage and screen, thrown dance parties for charity, and introduced hundreds of people to one another.
He resides in Brooklyn with his husband Abraham and has kept a journal since he’s 12.
Al is short for Albert.
“Blackstone is a choreographic novelist; he creates character, illustrates intention, and synthesizes subtext as organically as a poet might scribe a sonnet.”
PRESS & PODCASTS
UPCOMING PROJECTS
Giordano Dance Chicago
RESIDENT CHOREOGRAPHER: AL BLACKSTONE
Giordano Dance Chicago (GDC) illuminates beauty and invigorates the world with deep connections. Stay tuned to Giordano Dance Chicago as Blackstone creates new work for the upcoming Studio 62.
Anastasia (Bucks county playhouse)
CHOREOGRAPHER: AL BLACKSTONE
November 22, 2024 - January 5, 2025
Featuring the popular songs from the original animated feature and more, Anastasia is a sweeping musical adventure that transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s. A brave young woman named Anya sets out to discover the mystery of her past but is pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her.
GUYS & DOLLS (MALTZ JUPITER THEATER)
DIRECTOR/CHOREOGRAPHER: AL BLACKSTONE
March 18 - April 6, 2025
A Musical Fable of Broadway Get ready to roll the dice and fall in love with all the characters in Guys and Dolls. This high-energy musical set in the bustling 1950’s Big Apple, is filled with favorite show tunes like, “Luck Be A Lady” and “Sit Down You’re Rockin the Boat.” Join the gamblers, the dames and the dreamers for a night of pure entertainment and fun with this Tony Award® winning favorite!
Adam Koch (Set Design); Steven Royal (Video Design); JoHanna Pan (Costume Design); Dalton Hamilton (Lighting Design)
GUYS & DOLLS (ogunquit playhouse)
DIRECTOR/CHOREOGRAPHER: AL BLACKSTONE
June 19 - July 19, 2025
Often called Broadway’s perfect musical, this Tony Award-winner finds big-time high roller Sky Masterson gambling everything he’s got to make reluctant Salvation Army reformer Miss Sarah Brown fall in love with him. Featuring such memorable tunes as “Sit Down You’re Rockin’ the Boat,” “Luck Be a Lady,” and “I’ve Never Been in Love Before.” Guys and Dolls is guaranteed to charm audiences of all ages.
Set/Video Design : Adam Koch and Steven Royal
Light Design: Dalton Hamilton
“Dance appears in a flash and then disappears just as quickly; it’s gorgeous that way.”