Godspell

Musical - Original

Broadhurst Theatre (June 22, 1976 - September 13, 1976)
Plymouth Theatre (September 15, 1976 - January 09, 1977)
Ambassador Theatre (January 12, 1977 - September 04, 1977)
Data not verified
  • First Preview: June 17, 1976
  • Opening Date: June 22, 1976
  • Closing Date: September 4, 1977
  • Previews: 5
  • Performances: 527

Music: Stephen Schwartz

New Lyrics: Stephen Schwartz

Opening Night Credits Photo Galleries Awards
 

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    • Playbill Cover - Godspell
    • Playbill Cover - Godspell

  • Inside the Playbill (9)

    • Inside the Playbill - Godspell
    • Inside the Playbill - Godspell
 

Synopsis

The Gospel According to St. Matthew is presented in a series of skits and songs, with Jesus and his disciples presented as loving clowns, in this musical featuring songs by Stephen Schwartz, conceived and originally directed by John-Michael Tebelak.

 

Opening Night Cast

Lamar Alford
Laurie Faso
Lois Foraker
Robin Lamont
Elizabeth Lathram
Bobby Lee
Tom Rolfing
Don Scardino in Godspell Don Scardino
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Opening Night Production Credits

Stephen Schwartz Stephen Schwartz Music
  Peggy Gordon Music for "By My Side"
Stephen Schwartz Stephen Schwartz New Lyrics
  Jay Hamburger Lyrics for "By My Side"
  John-Michael Tebelak Director
  Susan Tsu Costume Design
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Inside the Playbill (9)

  • Inside the Playbill - Godspell
  • Inside the Playbill - Godspell
  • Inside the Playbill - Godspell
  • Inside the Playbill - Godspell
Godspell - July 1976
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Shows That Opened That Season: 1976 - 1977

 
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Awards


Tony Award

Year Category Name Winner/Nominee
1977 Original Score Stephen Schwartz Nominee
 
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