Based on the play La Cage Aux Folles by Jean Poiret
LA CAGE AUX FOLLES features music and lyrics by Jerry Herman and book by Harvey Fierstein, based on the play by Jean Poiret. Georges is the suave owner of a glitzy drag club on the French Riviera. Partnered romantically with more...
Walter Charles, who graced the Broadway stage in numerous productions, was part of the original cast of La Cage aux Folles in 1983. more...
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Cady Huffman first made her mark on Broadway as a replacement cast member in the hit musical La Cage aux Folles in 1985, setting the stage for a prolific career that would include a Tony Award for her role in The Producers. more...
Peter Marshall, widely recognized as the original host of The Hollywood Squares, showcased his versatile talents on Broadway, including a memorable performance in La Cage aux Folles. more...
Awards and Nominations
1984 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Musical: George Hearn won.
Outstanding Actor in a Musical: Gene Barry was nominated but did not win.
1984 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: George Hearn won.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Gene Barry was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Theoni V. Aldredge Costume Designer
Ted Azar Hair Designer
Make-Up Designer
Jules Fisher Lighting Designer
Peter J. Fitzgerald Sound Designer
Arthur Laurents Director
David Mitchell Scenic Designer
Don Pippin Musical Director
Scott Salmon Choreographer
Jim Tyler Orchestrator
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