Based on the screenplay Nights of Cabiria by Federico Fellini, Tullio Pinelli and Ennio Flaiano
Debuting on Broadway in 1966, Sweet Charity was a collaboration between some of Broadway's most spectacular talents. Cy Coleman's music effortlessly captures the rhythms and sounds, and Dorothy Fields lyrics the vernacular and fascination of the more...
David Goldstein, a bi-coastal scenic and lighting designer, has an extensive portfolio that includes notable productions such as "Sweet Sweet Spirit" at the 14th St Y in New York City. more...
John McMartin, a 2009 inductee to the Theatre Hall of Fame, received a Tony Award nomination for his role in the original Broadway production of Sweet Charity, and also appeared in the film adaptation of the same name. more...
Gwen Verdon, who starred in the original 1966 production of *Sweet Charity*, was an iconic American dancer and actress closely associated with her husband, Bob Fosse, and won four Tony Awards during her illustrious career. more...
Awards and Nominations
1966 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: John McMartin was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical: Helen Gallagher was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical: Helen Gallagher was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical: Gwen Verdon was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Ralph Burns Orchestrator
Bob Fosse Director/Choreographer
Director
Choreographer
Ronald De Mann Hair Designer
Robert Randolph Lighting Designer
Scenic Designer
Irene Sharaff Costume Designer
Fred Werner Musical Director
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