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Camelot 1960

Opened: December 3, 1960

Camelot - 1960 Broadway History , Info & More

Camelot, the Lerner and Loewe musical, whisks you away to a bygone era of chivalry and ideals. Debuting on Broadway in 1960, Camelot is based on the legend of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table. The creative team drew inspiration from T.H. White's novel "The Once and Future King," offering a more nuanced portrayal of the Arthurian legend.



The musical centers on King Arthur, who strives to create a kingdom built on honor, justice, and equality. He establishes the Knights of the Round Table, a fellowship dedicated to upholding these ideals. The story unfolds through his relationship with Queen Guinevere and the arrival of the dashing knight, Sir Lancelot. A passionate love triangle develops, challenging the utopian vision of Camelot and exposing the complexities of human nature.



The musical score by Frederick Loewe and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner is a highlight of Camelot. It features iconic songs like "If Ever I Would Leave You," "The Lusty Month of May," and the title song "Camelot," all of which capture the beauty, romance, and eventual downfall of Arthur's dream. The original Broadway production, starring Richard Burton as Arthur, Julie Andrews as Guinevere, and Robert Goulet as Lancelot, was a commercial and critical success. It garnered four Tony Awards, including Best Musical.


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Camelot History

Other Productions of Camelot

1960   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1963   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
1963   US Tour 2nd National Tour
US Tour
1964   West End London Production
West End
1980   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1980   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
1981   Broadway Return Engagement [Broadway]
Broadway
1982   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
1982   West End London Revival
West End
1991   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
1993   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2003   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
2003   Regional (US) Regional Revival
Regional (US)
2004   West End London Revival
West End
2005   Regional (US) Regional Concert
Regional (US)
2007   US Tour Touring Revival
US Tour
2018   Washington, DC (Regional) Shakespeare Theatre Company Production
Washington, DC (Regional)
2023   Broadway Lincoln Center Broadway Revival Production
Broadway

Camelot - 1960 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1961 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Set Design Oliver Smith

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