Based on Anita Loos’s 1925 bestseller of the same title, GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES follows Lorelei Lee, a blonde from Little Rock, Arkansas, who sails to Europe with her friend Dorothy to perform in a nightclub in Paris. GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES played for 740 performances on Broadway at the Ziegfeld Theatre starring more...
Original Cast
Maitre D'
Lady Phyllis Beekman
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Zizi
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Lobster
Dorothy Shaw
Josephus Gage
Henry Spofford (u/s)
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John Mineo was a cast member in "Lorelei," showcasing his talent and contributing to the vibrant performances that brought the show to life. more...
Gus Esmond
Henry Spofford
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Awards and Nominations
Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical | Carol Channing |
Production Team
Alvin Colt Costume Designer
John Conklin Scenic Designer
Ernest O. Flatt Choreographer
John Gleason Lighting Designer
Philip J. Lang Orchestrator
Robert Moore Director
Milton Rosenstock Musical Director
Don Walker Orchestrator
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