Winner of eight Tony(R) Awards including Best Musical, Best Original Score, Best Direction and Best Male and Female Lead to name a few, it's "Hairspray!" The year's '62 and Baltimore's Tracy Turnblad is going to do whatever it takes to dance her way onto TV's most popular show. Can a more...
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Clyde Alves, who once graced the stage in Hairspray, has an impressive array of Broadway credits including On The Town, Bullets Over Broadway, and The Music Man, where he won an Astaire Award for his role as Tommy Djilas. more...
Ashley Parker Angel, known for his rise to fame with O-Town, made a notable appearance in the past as the lead male character Fiyero Tigelaar in the Broadway production of Wicked. more...
Last year, Lance Bass brought his multifaceted talent to Broadway, starring as Corny Collins in the hit musical *Hairspray*, while also releasing his memoir, *Out of Sync*. more...
Tracee Beazer, who has graced the Broadway stage in productions such as Memphis and The Wedding Singer, was also a part of the cast in Hairspray. more...
Richard H. Blake, who once captivated audiences as Link Larkin in the Broadway production of Hairspray, boasts an impressive array of roles across stage and screen, including notable performances in Jersey Boys, Wicked, and Rent. more...
James Carpinello, known for his versatile performances on Broadway, including his role as Stacee Jaxx in "Rock of Ages," has also made significant contributions to film and television, such as his portrayal of Mario Falcone in "Gotham." more...
Lindsay Nicole Chambers showcased her versatility in "Hairspray" by understudying the roles of Penny and the Female Authority Figure. more...
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Eric L. Christian, known for his impressive Broadway resume including roles in Evita, South Pacific, Cry Baby, The Color Purple, The Lion King, and Chicago, also graced the stage in Hairspray. more...
Dwayne Cooper, a versatile performer from Florence, South Carolina, showcased his talents on Broadway as part of the cast of Hairspray in 2009. more...
Michael Cunio, who previously starred as Corny Collins in the Broadway and National tours of Hairspray, has spent the last four years touring the world with PBS sensation Under The Streetlamp, earning acclaim for his soulful performances. more...
Stephen DeRosa, who has an extensive Broadway resume including his role in Hairspray, has also appeared in notable shows like On The Town and The Nance. more...
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Michelle Dowdy, a MAC Award-Winner, captivated audiences as Tracy Turnblad in the Broadway production of Hairspray, delivering over 400 performances and later reprising the role internationally and at the Dallas Theatre Center. more...
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Jennie Ford, who graced the stage in the past Broadway production of Hairspray, has an impressive resume that includes roles in An American in Paris, Evita, and The Music Man, and is also the author of the "how-to" book series "Be the Best on Broadway." more...
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Annie Funke, known for her role in the regional production of "Wicked" in San Francisco from 2009-2010, brings her exceptional talent to the cast of "Hairspray." more...
Chester Gregory, who portrayed Seaweed in Hairspray, has an impressive Broadway resume including roles in Sister Act, Cry-Baby, and Tarzan, and has also performed in the national tour of Dreamgirls and the film adaptation of Hairspray. more...
Becky Gulsvig, who portrayed Amber Von Tussle in the Broadway production of Hairspray, has an impressive resume that includes roles in Legally Blonde The Musical and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical on national tours. more...
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Leah Hocking, who played Velma Von Tussle in the Broadway production of Hairspray, has an extensive theatrical resume that includes notable roles such as Donna Sheridan in Mamma Mia and Lucy in Jekyll and Hyde. more...
Van Hughes, who graced the Broadway stage in the past with his performance in Hairspray, has an impressive resume that includes roles in Deaf West's Spring Awakening and American Idiot. more...
Carly Jibson, who originated the role of Tracy Turnblad in the first national tour of "Hairspray" and also starred as Tracy on Broadway, has since made notable appearances in popular TV series such as "The Guest Book" and "One Mississippi." more...
Isabel Keating joined the Broadway cast of Hairspray as Velma Von Tussle in June 2006, bringing her acclaimed talent to the production directed by Jack O'Brien, and remained with the show until August 2007. more...
Leslie Kritzer, a proud Jew-rican born in NYC, showcased her talents on Broadway in numerous productions, including a memorable performance in the past hit musical Hairspray. more...
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Liz Larsen, who graced the Broadway stage in "Hairspray," has an extensive theater resume including Tony and Drama Desk nominations for "Most Happy Fella" and memorable performances in productions like "Beautiful" and "Rocky Horror." more...
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Caissie Levy, who played Penny in the first national tour and Toronto production of Hairspray, is currently starring as Eva in Leopoldstadt on Broadway. more...
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Michael Longoria made his Broadway debut in the Tony Award-winning musical "Hairspray," which won the 2003 Tony Award for Best Musical. more...
John Jeffrey Martin, who graced the Broadway stage in Hairspray, also captivated audiences as Troy Bolton in the national tour of Disney's High School Musical. more...
Alli Mauzey, who played Brenda in both the Broadway production and the original First National Tour of Hairspray, has an impressive resume that includes starring roles in Wicked and Hello, Dolly! more...
Leslie McDonel, known for her Broadway performances, has graced the stage in both American Idiot and Hairspray. more...
Michael McKean, who has an extensive career in both film and television, graced the stage in the past with his performance in Hairspray on Broadway. more...
Tracy Miller, known for her comedic portrayal of Penny Pingleton in the Tony Award-winning musical 'Hairspray,' shared the stage with Marissa Jaret Winokur, Carly Jibson, and Shannon Durig. more...
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Brynn O'Malley, who played Amber Von Tussle in the Broadway production of Hairspray, has an extensive list of credits including roles in Wicked, Sunday in the Park with George, and a recent appearance in Honeymoon in Vegas. more...
Michele Pawk, who graced the Broadway stage in productions such as Beautiful, Hairspray, and Mamma Mia!, is a Tony Award-winning actress also known for her acclaimed performances in Cabaret and Crazy for You. more...
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Marissa Perry, who previously starred as Tracy Turnblad in Broadway's Hairspray, brings her talent to the ensemble of Sister Act. more...
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Hayley Podschun, who has showcased her talent on Broadway in shows like Hairspray and Pal Joey, also brought her portrayal of Penny to life in the Sacramento Music Circus production of Hairspray. more...
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Jacqui Polk, celebrated for her role in the original Broadway production of Hairspray, also gained acclaim in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. more...
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Nicole Powell, a Long Island native, graced the Broadway stage in Hairspray, showcasing her versatile talent in a celebrated musical career. more...
Andrew Rannells, who portrayed Link Larkin in Hairspray, has garnered acclaim for his versatile performances on Broadway, including Tony-nominated roles in The Book of Mormon and Falsettos. more...
Terita Redd lent her vocal talents to the film soundtrack of "Hairspray" as one of the voices of the Dynamites and also graced the Broadway stage in the same beloved musical. more...
Arbender J. Robinson made his Broadway debut in the Tony Award-winning production of Hairspray, where he covered the role of Seaweed. more...
Tom Rooney, known for his roles in The Day After Tomorrow (2004), This Is Wonderland (2004), and Flash of Genius (2008), brought his talent to the stage in a past production of Hairspray. more...
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Peter Scolari, an Emmy Award-winning actor known for his extensive television work including "Newhart" and "Girls," graced the Broadway stage in the past with his performance in "Hairspray." more...
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Ashley Spencer has an impressive history with Hairspray, having performed in the Broadway production as well as regional productions at Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera and The Muny. more...
Aaron Tveit, who has an extensive Broadway resume including roles in Catch Me If You Can, Next to Normal, and Wicked, also graced the stage in Hairspray, showcasing his versatile talent before earning a Tony Award for his performance in Moulin Rouge! The Musical. more...
George Wendt, widely recognized for his iconic role as Norm Peterson on Cheers, brought his comedic talent to the stage in a past production of Hairspray. more...
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Awards and Nominations
2003 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical: Dick Latessa won.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical: Corey Reynolds was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Harvey Fierstein won.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical: Corey Reynolds was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical: Marissa Jaret Winokur won.
Production Team
Lon Hoyt Musical Director
Paul Huntley Hair And Wig Designer
Steve C. Kennedy Sound Designer
William Ivey Long Costume Designer
Randy Houston Mercer Make-Up Designer
Jerry Mitchell Choreographer
Jack O'Brien Director
Kenneth Posner Lighting Designer
David Rockwell Scenic Designer
John Waters Consultant
Harold Wheeler Orchestrator
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