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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1972
Spats's Gang

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1970
Ensemble/Other Roles

Pierre

Bobby Van Husen (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1970
Ensemble

Party Guest / Londoner / Etc.

Productions

 
[Broadway, 1988]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1981]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1981]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 1979]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1978]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1975]
Assistant Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1975]
Assistant to the Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1974]
Assistant Choreographer

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 1981 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Arthur Faria, Lena Horne: The Lady and Her Music

Drama Desk Awards - 1978 - Outstanding Choreography

Arthur Faria, Ain't Misbehavin'

Tony Awards - 1978 - Best Choreography

Arthur Faria, Ain't Misbehavin'

News


Broadway Rose Theatre to Present AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' The Fats Waller Musical Show

Experience the infectious energy and humor of Fats Waller's music at Broadway Rose Theatre's production of Ain't Misbehavin' The Fats Waller Musical Show. Don't miss your chance to groove to the sounds of 'Honeysuckle Rose,' 'Black And Blue,' 'The Joint Is Jumpin',' and more. Get your tickets now!
Photos: First Look at Great Lakes Theater's AIN'T MISBEHAVIN'

Great Lakes Theater (GLT) closes out its 61st season with a jazzy musical celebration of Fats Waller, Ain't Misbehavin', performing in the company's intimate and audience-friendly home at the Hanna Theatre, Playhouse Square running through May 21, 2023. Check out photos from the production here!
Great Lakes Theater Presents AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' This Month

Great Lakes Theater (GLT) closes out its 61st season with a jazzy musical celebration of Fats Waller, Ain’t Misbehavin’, performing in the company’s intimate and audience-friendly home at the Hanna Theatre, Playhouse Square (April 28 – May 21, 2023). 
AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' to Open Ebony Repertory Theatre 15th Anniversary Season

Ebony Repertory Theatre will present the Tony Award-winning musical AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’ as its 15th Anniversary Season Opening Production. 
Regional Premiere of THE SECRET OF MY SUCCESS Added to Theatre Under the Stars 2022/23 Season

Today, Theatre Under The Stars announced changes to its upcoming 2022/23 Season including the addition of a brand new show. TUTS will be producing the regional premiere of The Secret of My Success. Based on the hit 1980s film that starred Michael J. Fox.
Theatre Under The Stars Announces 2022/23 Season Featuring THE GRISWOLDS' BROADWAY VACATION & More

Today, Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) announced the exciting line-up of musicals for its 2022/23 Season featuring a beloved Disney classic and pre-Broadway co-production with Seattle’s 5th Avenue Theatre.
ONCE, SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD and More Announced for Centre Stage 2022- 2023 Season

Centre Stage has announced its 2022-2023 Season as well as a long-awaited rebrand.
BWW Review: AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' THE FATS WALLER MUSICAL SHOW at Candlelight Music Theatre

Ain’t Misbehavin’: The Fats Waller Musical Show, is a different juke box show from Candlelight’s previous production of BEEHIVE. From the rock n’ roll of 60’s we time travel back 30- years to the American jazz pianist Waller. His innovations in the Harlem stride style laid the groundwork for modern jazz piano. In 1922, at the tender age of 18, he produced his first piano roll, “Got To Cool My Doggies Now.” (I had to mention that only because the title cracked me up).
Idaho Shakespeare Festival Announces 2021 Lineup

The Idaho Shakespeare Festival has announced its tentative 2021 lineup, after cancelled its 2020 edition due to the health crisis.
RECAP: Sierra Boggess, Alan H. Green, Lisa Howard, and Sean Palmer Sang on STARS IN THE HOUSE

Stars in The House, benefiting The Actors Fund, continued this afternoon (2pm) with Guest Host  Sierra Boggess joined by guests Alan H. Green, Lisa Howard and Sean Palmer.
BWW Exclusive: Ben Rimalower's Broken Records QuaranStreams with AIN'T MISBEHAVIN'

In this episode, Ben and Daniel discuss the 1982 broadcast of the Tony-winning musical 'Ain't Misbehavin',' starring Nell Carter, André DeShields, Armelia McQueen, Ken Page, and Charlayne Woodard. 'Ain't Misbehavin'' is a tribute to the black musicians of the 1920s and 30s, and uses the music of Fats Waller to celebrate the creativity of the Harlem Renaissance and the Golden Age of hotspots like the Cotton Club and the Savoy Ballroom. The musical was directed by Richard Maltby Jr., with choreography and musical staging by Arthur Faria.
Idaho Shakespeare Festival Faces Delays Due To Virus Outbreak

The Idaho Shakespeare Festival is likely to face delays for their 2020 season according to a new report.
WHAT Announces Cast Of WRINKLES, THE MUSICAL

Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater presents a fully staged production of Wrinkles, the Musical. With book and lyrics by Wilderness Sarchild and Naomi Turner, Wrinkles, the Musical is directed by Dani Davis and runs October 18-27, with performances at 7:30 p.m.
BWW Review: AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' at Westchester Broadway Theatre

Back in the early '80s, when artists like Madonna, Prince, and Michael Jackson were all the rage, I was burning through my cassette tape of a musical that my father suggested I give a listen. It was a musical conceived in 1978 called 'Ain't Misbehavin.'
Signature Theatre Names Cast and Creative of AIN'T MISBEHAVIN'

Signature Theatre is proud to announce the full cast and creative team for Ain't Misbehavin': The Fats Waller Musical Show
Photo Coverage: 40th Anniversary of AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' Celebrated at Feinstein's/54 Below

Richard Maltby, Jr. the original director and director of last night's sensational celebration of the 40th Anniversary of Ain't Missbehvin' : The Music Of Fats Waller said it best when he explained the trajectory of the 1978 production…..'Jan 1 1978 we went into rehearsal with a stack of sheet music, a company of wonderful actors, who turned out to be 5 good ideas….Feb 1st we opened, March 1st we closed, April 1st we started rehearsals for Broadway, May 1st we opened on Broadway, and June 1st we won the Tony Award for Best Musical. I thought, well that's the way Broadway is!
Charlayne Woodard Joins 40th Anniversary Concert Of AIN'T MISBEHAVIN'

Charlayne Woodard (FX's Pose, ER) who starred in the original AIN'T MISBEHAVIN', the 1978 Tony Award-winning musical that celebrated the music of American composer Fats Waller, has joined the show's 40th-anniversary celebration at Feinstein's/54 Below on Sunday, September 9th at 7:00 pm and 9:30 pm.
Andre DeShields, Ken Page, Frenchie Davis Join AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' 40th Anniversary Concert

Andre DeShields (The Full Monty, The Wiz) and Ken Page (Cats, The Nightmare Before Christmas), who starred in the original AIN'T MISBEHAVIN', the 1978 Tony Award-winning musical that celebrated the music of American composer Fats Waller, have joined the show's 40th-anniversary celebration at Feinstein's/54 Below on Sunday, September 9th at 7:00 pm and 9:30 pm.
Richard Maltby Jr Set To Direct AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' Anniversary Concert

AIN'T MISBEHAVIN', the 1978 Tony Award-winning musical that celebrated the music of American composer Fats Waller, will celebrate its 40th anniversary at Feinstein's/54 Below on Sunday, August 12th at 7:00pm and 9:30pm.
GRAND HOTEL, PASSION & More Will Be Featured in Signature Theatre's 2018-19 Season!

Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer and Managing Director Maggie Boland announce the full lineup for Signature Theatre's 2018/19 season.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Arthur Faria been in?

Arthur Faria has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Arthur Faria been in?

Arthur Faria has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Arthur Faria been nominated for?

Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Lena Horne: The Lady and Her Music, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Ain't Misbehavin' and Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Ain't Misbehavin'.

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