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THEATREMAKER
DIRECTOR | CHOREOGRAPHER | INTIMACY DIRECTOR | ACTOR | EDUCATOR
ARTISTIC MISSION
It's pretty simple:
I strive to find my way to spaces where I can tell meaningful stories with like-minded artists. Maybe together, we can make the world a little brighter for somebody.
RECENT NEWS & REVIEWS
REVIEWS | SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER
"But the real star of the show is Chaz Wolcott’s jaw-dropping choreography. It’s crisp, it’s tight, and seeing 16 ensemble members flawlessly execute the “Stayin’ Alive” opener is a sight to behold. Wolcott’s choreo continues to surprise as the show goes on, finding new styles and ways to employ the ensemble. With a cast of this size, it’s nice to see everyone getting at least one moment to shine on their own. Kudos to Ranieri and Wolcott for finding such a wide breadth of talent and using them all so effectively."
River Cities Reader Review of SNF
To celebrate Pride Month, Chaz had the pleasure of directing an industry reading of a brand new musical, YOU ARE NOT GAY, written by Timothy Thomas Leech and Alexander Ronneburg. Special thanks to Kate & Roque at THEATRE UNTITLED for the amazing opportunity to work on such an important piece!
Broadway World article featuring You are Not Gay
Chaz had the honor of choreographing the National Tours presentation for the 2024 edition of
RED BUCKET FOLLIES, supporting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. The event raised an extraordinary $5,320,146, which will help causes nationwide. BC/EFA gave $500,000 to the disaster relief efforts for the California wildfires, as well as millions to meals-on-wheels programs, women's health initiatives, HIV/AIDS treatments, and other life-saving care organizations.
DIPLOMA EARNED!
Chaz is proud to announce that he has earned his diploma from Theatrical Intimacy Education after a few years of training in Intimacy Direction, Consent-Based Practices, and Trauma-Informed Practices.
He thanks Laura Rikard, Chelsea Pace, and the entire faculty for the invaluable training and insight they've provided.
Chaz officially adds the "Intimacy Director" hat to his multi-hyphenate hat stand.
REVIEWS | HANDS ON A HARDBODY
“Choreography by Chaz Wolcott is smart, extremely creative, and holds its own as both enhancement to the characters’ stories as well as being a character by itself.”
"Chaz Wolcott’s choreography deserves commendation for seamlessly integrating the physical presence of a real truck on stage. Despite all having to have their hand on the truck, there is constant movement, especially as the characters work to get closer to each other–or further away. They share stories of poverty, as well as their dreams, and we as the audience can’t help but cheer them on."
League of Cincinnati Theatres' Review of Hands on a Hardbody
REVIEW | SPELLING BEE
Director and choreographer Chaz Wolcott pulls out funny yet grounded performances from the cast, and maintains the proper balance of humor, heart and uniqueness, which is so integral to the show. There are several very effective directorial choices, including a nice ode to A Chorus Line, some fun pre-show "business" that introduces the audience to the spellers through non-verbals, and a chaotic breakout of playground equipment during "Pandemonium." Wolcott also includes well-suited background dances to a few numbers, including "Magic Foot," which are extremely appealing.
REVIEW | KINKY BOOTS
Chaz Wolcott’s choreography is key to that world-building, deployed like a scalpel and a glitter bomb in the correct measure. Jokes – going back to the movie – revolve around the physical lack of comfort strait-laced Charlie and the factory crowd have with the flashier shoes they’re switching to; that stumbling has to sell, has to draw a clear distinction between the ease and the stylized moves of the Angels and the unease of the other characters without turning that stumbling into making the people a joke. It accomplishes that beautifully and helps make the final number, the pumping club anthem “Lift You Up,” with everyone in knee-high red boots and also dancing using the same vocabulary, adding to the emotional quality of the song and the sense of possibility that’s in the DNA of all great dance music.
REVIEW | CATS
Director/choreographer Chaz Wolcott brings experience and artistry to this production. Even though it’s familiar, it’s so fresh! Full of exuberance and sensitivity. Music Theatre Wichita’s Cats is an invigorating show, both paying homage to the original production, and giving a contemporary vibe. Feral and cultivated. Purring and prowling. I am inspired, and my respect for this classic is rekindled. MTW does not miss, and this kitty is Best In Show. Meow!
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