Merrily We Roll Along, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by George Furth, is a musical about friendship and the compromise of youthful ideals, based on the 1934 play of the same name by George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart. The show moves backwards in time from 1980 to 1955 and examines the lives of three people whose friendship is tested by time, events, ambition and fate. It charts the rise of a songwriting team during the years of Sondheim’s own early career and includes some of his most brilliant and bruising songs, such as “Not a Day Goes By,” “Old Friends,” “Our Time” and “Opening Doors.”
Although unsuccessful in its original 1981 Broadway production (which ran 16 performances at the Alvin Theatre), Merrily has gained in stature and reputation over the ensuing years, beginning with a reconfigured version at the La Jolla Playhouse in California in 1985, directed by James Lapine.
Rachel Coloff, who portrayed Hope and Soupy Sue in the Tony Award-winning "Urinetown," has an extensive background in both Broadway and Off-Broadway productions, including her recent performance in "Old Jews Telling Jokes" at the West Side Theatre in NYC. more...
Ben Crawford, known for his roles in Broadway productions such as Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Shrek The Musical, brought his extensive stage experience to the cast of Merrily We Roll Along, showcasing his versatility and depth in musical theatre. more...
Colin Donnell, known for his extensive stage career including roles in national tours of Mamma Mia! and Wicked, as well as his Broadway debut in Jersey Boys, was part of the cast of Merrily We Roll Along in the past, adding to his impressive list of theatrical accomplishments. more...
Bernard Dotson, a versatile performer from Los Angeles, showcased his talent in "Merrily We Roll Along," among other notable concerts and Broadway productions. more...
Colleen Fitzpatrick, a seasoned Broadway veteran, has showcased her versatile talents in numerous productions, including a memorable performance in "Merrily We Roll Along" at City Center Encores!. more...
Adam Grupper, who has an extensive Broadway resume including productions like Fiddler on the Roof and Wicked, was part of the cast of Merrily We Roll Along during its Encores! production. more...
Marja Harmon, known for her roles in Broadway productions such as *Book of Mormon* and *Cat on a Hot Tin Roof*, showcased her talent in the New York Encores production of *Merrily We Roll Along*. more...
Mylinda Hull, who played Rose in the Broadway production of "The Nance" in 2012, also earned acclaim for her role as Miss Adelaide in the regional production of "Guys and Dolls" at North Shore, winning the 2012 IRNE Award for Best Supporting Actress. more...
Celia Keenan-Bolger, who has an impressive array of Broadway and Off-Broadway credits, including a past performance in "Merrily We Roll Along," is a Tony Award-winning actress and a recipient of the NYCLU Michael Friedman Freedom Award. more...
Michael X. Martin, who has an impressive Broadway resume including shows like Wicked and The Front Page, was also part of the cast in Merrily We Roll Along, showcasing his versatility across both stage and screen in productions such as "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" and "Boardwalk Empire." more...
Sean McKnight, who performed in the Encores! production and new cast recording of "Merrily We Roll Along," has an extensive career in both performance and choreography, with notable credits on Broadway and in national tours. more...
Kenita Miller, known for her impressive Broadway credits including The Color Purple and Once On This Island, also showcased her talent in Merrily We Roll Along. more...
Lin-Manuel Miranda, renowned for his groundbreaking work in musical theatre, showcased his versatility in the 2012 production of Merrily We Roll Along, adding to his impressive repertoire of stage performances. more...
Andrew Samonsky, who appeared in the New York City Center Encores! production of Merrily We Roll Along, has a rich history of performances on Broadway, including roles in the Tony Award-winning revival of South Pacific and The Mystery of Edwin Drood. more...
Elizabeth Stanley, who has an extensive Broadway resume including roles in the Tony Award-winning revival of Company and Million Dollar Quartet, brought her talent to the cast of Merrily We Roll Along more...
Charlie Sutton, who has an impressive Broadway resume including shows like Kinky Boots and How To Succeed, also brought his talents to Merrily We Roll Along. more...
Jessica Vosk, known for her dynamic performances on stage, previously starred as the Narrator in the 50th anniversary of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at Lincoln Center. more...
Karl Warden, a versatile performer with a rich background in Broadway, Film, TV, and Choreography, showcased his talents in the star-studded Encores! production of Merrily We Roll Along. more...
Michael Winther, known for his extensive work on Broadway and Off-Broadway, was part of the cast for the City Center Encores! production of Merrily We Roll Along. more...
Betsy Wolfe recently portrayed Beth in the Encores production of Merrily We Roll Along, showcasing her versatile talent in a show that revisits the past. more...
Production Team
Jonathan Tunick Orchestrator
Rob Berman Musical Director
Dan Knechtges Musical Staging
James Lapine Director
Merrily We Roll Along FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
The Hills of Tomorrow
Merrily We Roll Along
Rich and Happy
Old Friends
Like It Was
Franklin Shepard, Inc.
Not a Day Goes By
Now You Know
It's a Hit
The Blob
Good Thing Going
Bobby and Jackie and Jack
Opening Doors
Our Time
Honey
Darling!
Thank You for Coming
That Frank
Transition 1
Transition 2
Growing Up
Transition 3
Transition 4
Transition 5
Transition 6
Merrily We Roll Along
That Frank
Franklin Shepard, Inc.
Old Friends
Growing Up
Not A Day Goes By
Now You Know
Act Two Opening
It's A Hit!
The Blob
Good Thing Going
Not A Day Goes By - Act 2
Opening Doors
Our Time
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