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Based on The Madwoman of Chaillot by Jean Giraudoux as adapated by Maurice Valency

Original

(The Madwoman of Montmarte)

(The Madwoman of Chaillot)
Angela Lansbury, a legendary figure whose illustrious career spans over 75 years, won her second Tony Award for her role as the Madwoman of Chaillot in the 1968 Broadway production of "Dear World." more...

(The Madwoman of the Flea Market)

Kurt Peterson, who starred opposite Angela Lansbury in the original production of *Dear World*, has had a distinguished career on Broadway, including creating the role of Young Ben in Stephen Sondheim’s *Follies*. more...

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Awards and Nominations


1969 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical: Angela Lansbury won.

Production Team

Philip J. Lang Orchestrator
Joe Layton Director
Director/Choreographer
Choreographer
Robert Liftin Sound Designer
Donald Pippin Musical Director
Vincent Prestia Hair Designer
Jean Rosenthal Lighting Designer
Dick Smith Make-Up Designer
Oliver Smith Scenic Designer
Freddy Wittop Costume Designer

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