Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope
Musical - Original
Playhouse Theatre (April 19, 1972 - June 11, 1972)
Edison Theatre (June 13, 1972 - October 27, 1974)
Data not verified
- First Preview:
- Opening Date: April 19, 1972
- Closing Date: October 27, 1974
- Previews:
- Performances: 1065
Synopsis
This collection of songs with music from the African-American culture, including gospel, blues and calypso, paints an optimistic portrait of contemporary black life.
Opening Night Cast
| Alberta Bradford | Singer | |
| Alex Bradford | Performer | |
| Thommie Bush | Dancer | |
| Charles Campbell | Singer | |
 |
Hope Clarke | Performer |
| Gerald G. Francis | Dancer | |
| Micki Grant | Performer | |
| Ben Harney | Dancer |
Opening Night Production Credits
| Micki Grant | Book | |
| Micki Grant | Music | |
| Micki Grant | Lyrics | |
| Vinnette Carroll | Director | |
| Richard A. Miller | Scenic Design | |
| Neil Peter Jampolis | Scenery Supervisor |
Awards
Drama Desk Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | Most Promising Lyricist | Micki Grant | Winner |
| 1972 | Outstanding Performance | Micki Grant | Winner |
Tony Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | Book of a Musical | Micki Grant | Nominee |
| 1973 | Direction of a Musical | Vinnette Carroll | Nominee |
| 1973 | Musical | Nominee | |
| 1973 | Original Score | Micki Grant | Nominee |
