Eager to begin his life anew after the brutality of combat, World War II Army veteran Jerry Mulligan chooses newly-liberated Paris as the place to make a name for himself as a painter.
With the assistance of fellow ex-pat Milo Davenport, a wealthy American with a past she wishes to forget, Jerry's life becomes complicated when he meets Lise, a young Parisian shop girl with her own secret. Soon it becomes clear that Jerry's friends- Adam, a Jewish American composer, and Henri, a Parisian aristocrat- also vie for Lise's love. This romantic tangle can only be untied through the miracle of dance set to some of the greatest music and lyrics ever written. A classic American film about young souls in Paris has been reimagined for the Broadway stage of the 21st century.
The new musical, AN AMERICAN IN PARIS, has moved to Broadway following its world premiere in December, 2014 at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris. It is directed and choreographed by Christopher Wheeldon, making his Broadway directing debut. Featuring music and lyrics by George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin and a book by Tony and Pulitzer Prize nominee Craig Lucas, the creative team also includes Tony Award winners Bob Crowley (sets and costumes), Natasha Katz (lighting) and Jon Weston (sound) with a musical score adapted and supervised by Rob Fisher. Bartlett Sher is creative consultant. Based on the Academy Award winning film inspired by the 1928 orchestral composition by George Gershwin, AN AMERICAN IN PARIS brings this classic tale to Broadway for the first time.
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Caitlin Abraham's impressive career includes starring in the Broadway production of "An American in Paris," directed and choreographed by Christopher Wheeldon, as well as performing in the same show at Theatre du Chatelet in Paris, France. more...
Will Burton, who previously graced the Broadway stage in An American in Paris, has an impressive array of credits, including performances in Hello, Dolly! and Holiday Inn. more...
Leanne Cope, a former First Artist of The Royal Ballet, captivated audiences with her performance as Lise Dassin in Christopher Wheeldon's award-winning *An American in Paris* at Théâtre du Châtelet and on Broadway, following a distinguished career with The Royal Ballet. more...
Veanne Cox, who graced the Broadway stage in "An American in Paris," has an impressive resume that includes Tony and Drama Desk nominations for her role in "Company" and an Obie Award for Sustained Excellence. more...
Attila Joey Csiki made his Broadway debut in the past with An American in Paris, bringing his international experience and unique heritage to the celebrated production. more...
Taeler Cyrus, a Los Angeles native and honors graduate from The Ailey School/Fordham University, was an original cast member in the Tony Award–winning production of An American in Paris on Broadway. more...
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Rebecca Eichenberger, a seasoned Broadway actress with credits including "My Fair Lady" and "The Phantom of the Opera," also graced the stage in "An American in Paris." more...
Max von Essen, a Tony-nominated actor, is renowned for his role as Henri Baurel in the award-winning Broadway production of *An American in Paris*, a performance that also earned him a Grammy nomination for the show's cast recording. more...
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Sara Esty, known for her roles in West Side Story (2021) and Fosse/Verdon (2019), showcased her remarkable talent in An American in Paris. more...
Robert Fairchild, who made his Broadway debut in 2015 with his acclaimed role as "Jerry Mulligan" in the Tony Award-winning musical AN AMERICAN IN PARIS, received numerous accolades for his performance, including the Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards for Outstanding Actor in a Musical. more...
Laura Feig, who graced the Broadway stage in "An American in Paris," has also showcased her talents on the 1st national tour of "Movin' Out" as Judy and has an impressive background as a principal dancer with Atlanta Ballet and BalletX. more...
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Jennie Ford, who graced the Broadway stage in the past with her performance in "An American in Paris," has an impressive resume that includes roles in other major productions such as "Evita" and "Hairspray," and is also the author of the "how-to" book series "Be the Best on Broadway." more...
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Kurt Froman, who has an extensive background in both Broadway and film, notably performed in the Broadway production of An American in Paris, showcasing his versatile talents on stage. more...
Heather Lang, a multifaceted artist originally from Chicago, showcased her talents on Broadway in the past with her role in "An American in Paris," directed by Chris Wheeldon. more...
Dustin Layton showcased his versatility on Broadway with roles in "An American in Paris" and "The Phantom of the Opera," where he notably played the Slave Master. more...
Nathan Madden showcased his versatility on Broadway with notable performances, including his roles as Henri Cover and Jerry Alternate in An American in Paris. more...
Gia Mongell, a recent Juilliard graduate, made her Broadway debut in An American in Paris, bringing her experience from performing works by renowned choreographers like Twyla Tharp and Pina Bausch. more...
Candy Olsen, who has an impressive resume including performances in Phantom of the Opera, Evita, and Spamalot, was also featured in the Broadway production of An American in Paris. more...
Jill Paice, who captivated audiences as Milo in the Broadway production of An American in Paris, has an impressive array of credits including roles in Matilda, Curtains, and The Woman in White. more...
Rebecca Riker, who graced Broadway in "An American in Paris" and "Rock of Ages," has an impressive touring resume including roles in "Flashdance," "The Addams Family," "A Chorus Line," and "The Wedding Singer." more...
Adam Rogers, who graced the Broadway stage in the past with his performances in "An American in Paris," also showcased his talents in productions like "Cinderella" and "Chaplin." more...
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Sam Rogers graced the Broadway stage in the past with his performance in "An American in Paris," bringing his extensive training from The Juilliard School and The School of Oregon Ballet Theatre to the role. more...
Shannon Rugani, hailing from Lake Tahoe, California, made her Broadway debut in An American in Paris, following an impressive eleven-year tenure with the San Francisco Ballet. more...
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Garen Scribner, who starred as Jerry in the Broadway and National Tour productions of An American in Paris, is a New York-based producer and performer with a notable career that includes an Emmy-nominated TV series and principal dance roles at the Metropolitan Opera. more...
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Sam Strasfeld, who was part of the Broadway cast of "An American in Paris," made his Roundabout debut and has an extensive performance history including roles in "Carousel," "Miss Saigon," and "Mary Poppins." more...
Sarrah Strimel, who graced Broadway with her performance in "An American in Paris," has an impressive resume that includes roles in "Big Fish," "The Producers," and "Young Frankenstein." more...
Charlie Sutton, who graced the stage in An American in Paris, has an impressive Broadway resume including Kinky Boots, for which he received an Astaire nomination. more...
Brandon Uranowitz, a versatile actor with multiple Tony Award nominations, delivered a memorable performance in An American in Paris, showcasing his exceptional talent on Broadway. more...
Allison Walsh, who was part of the Original Broadway Cast ensemble and served as the Lise Dassin Alternate in *An American in Paris*, has also appeared in the Starz limited series "Flesh and Bone" and performed with The Joffrey Ballet. more...
Scott Willis, who portrayed Monsieur Baurel in both the Broadway production and national tour of AN AMERICAN IN PARIS, has an extensive career that includes notable performances in STATE FAIR and PRISCILLA, Queen of the Desert, where he earned the Los Angeles and San Francisco BroadwayWorld.com Best Leading Actor (Musical) award for his role as Bernadette. more...
Victor Wisehart, who originated the role of Mr. Z in the Broadway production of An American in Paris, has an impressive array of credits including Broadway, London, national tours, and regional theater. more...
Awards and Nominations
2015 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Musical: Robert Fairchild won.
Outstanding Actress in a Musical: Leanne Cope was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical: Max von Essen was nominated but did not win.
2015 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Musical: Robert Fairchild won.
Outstanding Actress in a Musical: Leanne Cope was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical: Max von Essen was nominated but did not win.
2015 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical: Brandon Uranowitz was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical: Max von Essen was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Robert Fairchild was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical: Leanne Cope was nominated but did not win.
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