SUGAR BABIES, a tribute to the burlesque era, was conceived by Ralph G. Allen and Harry Rigby and with music by Jimmy McHugh and lyrics by Dorothy Fields and Al Dubin. It opened on Broadway in 1979 with staging and choreography by Ernest Flatt, music direction by Glen Roven, scenic more...
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Helen Gallagher, a celebrated Broadway performer, brought her extensive experience and Tony Award-winning talent to the stage in "Sugar Babies." more...
Anita Morris, known for her sultry voice and magnetic stage presence, captivated audiences in the past with her performance in "Sugar Babies," among other celebrated Broadway productions. more...
Rip Taylor, known for his exuberant personality and as the "King of Confetti," brought his unique comedic flair to the stage in "Sugar Babies," adding to his illustrious career that spanned over forty years in the entertainment industry. more...
Awards and Nominations
1988 Olivier Awards
Outstanding Performance of the Year by an Actress in a Musical: Ann Miller was nominated but did not win.
1980 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Musical: Mickey Rooney was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Actress in a Musical: Ann Miller was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Joseph Dal Corso Hair Designer
Ernest Flatt Director/Choreographer
Choreographer
Director
(Staging)
(Staging)
Gilbert V. Hemsley, Jr. Lighting Designer
Dick Hyman Orchestrator
Raoul Pène Du Bois Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
Glen Roven Musical Director
Rudy Tronto Director
(Sketches Director)
(Sketches Director)
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