A History of the American Film
Revue - Original
ANTA Playhouse
Data not verified
- First Preview: March 14, 1978
- Opening Date: March 30, 1978
- Closing Date: April 16, 1978
- Previews: 19
- Performances: 21
Music: Mel Marvin
Lyrics: Christopher Durang
Book: Christopher Durang
Synopsis
An evening of musical vignettes parodying films and film stars from the silent era to the present features book and lyrics by Christopher Durang and music by Mel Marvin.
Opening Night Cast
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Maureen Anderman | Contract player # 8 |
| Gary Bayer | Jimmy | |
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Walter Bobbie | Contract player # 1 |
| Jeff Brooks | Contract player # 5 | |
| Bryan Clark | Contract Player # 7 | |
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David Cromwell | Contract player # 4 |
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David Garrison | Contract player # 10 |
| Ben Halley, Jr. | Contract player # 3 |
Opening Night Production Credits
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Christopher Durang | Book |
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Mel Marvin | Music |
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Christopher Durang | Lyrics |
| David Chambers | Director | |
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Graciela Daniele | Musical Staging |
| Tony Straiges | Scenic Design |
Awards
Drama Desk Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Outstanding Actor in a Musical | Gary Bayer | Nominee |
| 1978 | Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical | Swoosie Kurtz | Winner |
Tony Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Book of a Musical | Christopher Durang | Nominee |
