Set in a depression soup kitchen in New York City, Romance in Hard Times tells the story of Hennie, who has recently learned she is pregnant; Harvey, her husband who refuses to speak because he cannot provide for his wife; and Boris, a determined loser who loves Hennie. Through a more...
Lawrence Clayton, known for his extensive Broadway career, showcased his versatility Off-Broadway in the 1989 production of Romance in Hard Times. more...
Cleavant Derricks, known for his Tony and Drama Desk award-winning performance in Dreamgirls, brought his exceptional talent to the cast of Romance in Hard Times, adding another notable credit to his distinguished career in both theater and television. more...
Michael Mandell, who showcased his talents in the Off-Broadway production of Romance in Hard Times at the New York Shakespeare Festival (NYSF), made his Broadway debut in Big River in 1987 and later returned to the Great White Way in Elf. more...
Production Team
Bruce Coughlin Orchestrator
Orchestrator
Marcia Milgrom Dodge Choreographer
Choreographer
Choreographer
Wendall K. Harrington Projection Designer
Peter Kaczorowski Lighting Designer
Lighting Designer
John Kilgore Sound Designer
Dan Moses Schreier Sound Designer
Ted Sperling Musical Director
Musical Director
Musical Director
David Warren Director
Director
Director
David C. Woolard Costume Designer
Costume Designer
James Youmans Scenic Designer
Scenic Designer
Scenic Designer
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