Doonesbury
Musical - Original
Biltmore Theatre
Data not verified
- First Preview: November 3, 1983
- Opening Date: November 21, 1983
- Closing Date: February 19, 1984
- Previews: 20
- Performances: 104
Music: Elizabeth Swados
Lyrics: Garry Trudeau
Book: Garry Trudeau
Synopsis
Garry Trudeau wrote the book and lyrics for this adaptation of his political-satire comic strip, with Elizabeth Swados composing the music. A group of college seniors live together on a college commune in New England, dealing with romance and looking forward to getting rich in 1980s America.
Opening Night Cast
| Barbara Andres | Joanie | |
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Gary Beach | Duke |
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Reathel Bean | Voice of President Reagan Roland |
| Ralph Bruneau | Mike Doonesbury | |
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Kate Burton | J.J. |
| Laura Dean | Boopsie | |
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Mark Linn-Baker | Mark |
Opening Night Production Credits
| Garry Trudeau | Book | |
| Elizabeth Swados | Music | |
| Garry Trudeau | Lyrics | |
| Jacques Levy | Director | |
| Margo Sappington | Choreographer | |
| Peter Larkin | Scenic Design |
Awards
Drama Desk Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Outstanding Book of a Musical | Garry Trudeau | Nominee |
| 1984 | Outstanding Director of a Musical | Jacques Levy | Nominee |
| 1984 | Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical | Laura Dean | Nominee |
| 1984 | Outstanding Lyrics | Garry Trudeau | Nominee |
Theatre World
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Theatre World Award | Laura Dean | Winner |
