The new Executive Director of AEA Mary McColl with Broadway Debut Cast members: C. David Johnson, Jacqueline B. Arnold, Amaker Smith, Keala Settle, Tony Sheldon, Ashton Woerz, Luke Mannikus & Esther Stilwell attending the Broadway Opening Night Gypsy Rob Photo

From: Photo Coverage: PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT - Gypsy Robe Ceremony!

Following smash hit productions in Australia, London and Toronto, PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL began previews on Broadway on February 28 and opened on Sunday night, March 20, 2011.A long-standing opening night tradition on the Great White Way, the fabled Gypsy Robe is bestowed upon a veteran Broadway chorus member for each opening production. In what has now become a theatrical ritual, originating on Broadway 60 years ago, PRISCILLA cast member Eric Sciotto received the Gypsy Robe and BroadwayWorld was there for the celebration.