Pal Joey is a musical with a book by John O'Hara (from his novel of the same title) and music and lyrics by Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart based on a character and situations O'Hara created in a series of short stories published in The New Yorker. It includes two songs that have become standards: "I Could Write a Book" and "Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered". The original 1940 Broadway production was directed by George Abbott and starred Gene Kelly. There have been several revivals since, including a 2008-09 Broadway run, and a 1957 film adaptation starring Frank Sinatra, Rita Hayworth and Kim Novak. The 2008 revival starred Stockard Channing as Vera, Martha Plimpton as Gladys, Matthew Risch as Joey, Jenny Fellner as Linda, and Robert Clohessy as Mike.
Charles Basile, who previously took on multiple replacement roles in the 1954 production of Can-Can, including Policeman, Dancer, and Student, brings his versatile talent to the cast of Pal Joey. more...
Elaine Dunn graced the Broadway stage in the past with her performances in Pal Joey, Catch a Star!, and John Murray Anderson's Almanac. more...
Bob Fosse, renowned for his distinctive style of choreography, brought his innovative vision to the stage in productions like "The Pajama Game" and "Damn Yankees," and left an indelible mark on the world of musical theatre, including past performances of "Pal Joey." more...
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Awards and Nominations
1964 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Bob Fosse was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Howard Bay Scenic Designer
Peggy Clark Lighting Designer
Pembroke Davenport Musical Director
Ethel Martin Choreographer
Choreographer
George Martin Choreographer
Gus Schirmer Director
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Frank Thompson Costume Designer
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