Robb Sapp

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Robb Sapp (June 1,19--) (sometimes known as Rob Sapp, or Robbie Sapp) is an American vocalist who has appeared in many Broadway musicals.

Sapp grew up in Solon, Ohio. Sapp's father, Robert Sapp and his uncle William Sapp were in the band, Fully Assembled. His mother is involved an Italian food catering business. Sapp once worked in Sea World in Ohio, dressing as a whale. He attended Syracuse University. While at University he participated in Damn Yankees, Anything Goes and Much Ado About Nothing. After graduating with a Bachelor of Fine Arts, he was approached by The Musical Theater of Wichita and participated in shows including Singin' in the Rain, Evita and The Pajama Game. Sapp then relocated to New York City.

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Saturday Night Fever (Bobby C),
Johnny Guitar (Turkey, originated role),
Zanna, Don't! (Tank, originated role),
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Tripp Barrington)
On October 11, 2005, Sapp was cast in the role of Boq in the Broadway production of Wicked. He was previously in the ensemble and served as the understudy for the role. He left the production on August 8, 2006 to pursue other projects.