For the second time in Encores! history - and as a tip of the hat to City Center's legacy - we’'e reviving one of our own revivals. Call Me Madam was the highlight of the second season of Encores! and was the show that put the series on the map. The show's raison d'etre in 1950 was to prove that Ethel Merman - who had triumphed a few years earlier as the un-scrubbed Annie Oakley in Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun - could shine equally as the chic American Ambassador to a fictional European nation. The show poked fun at a far more polite and benign political world than the one we live in today, but, Merman being Merman, this particular ambassador was considerably more brass than silk.
Berlin had a field day writing for his star, especially with his most famous counterpoint duet, "You're Just in Love," which he wrote during the show's out-of-town tryout. When he completed the song, he called backstage excitedly to sing it to Merman. Upon learning that she wasn't in the building, he went ahead and sang it to the assistant stage manager who had picked up the phone - a 22-year-old Hal Prince! The song spent 15 weeks on the hit parade and has been a feature on the cabaret stage ever since. With other beloved standards like "It's a Lovely Day Today" and "Something to Dance About," Call Me Madam invites you to a state dinner presided over by the hostess with the mostess for hearty serving of classic musical theater confections.
Florrie Bagel, a New York actor known for her love of jazz and vintage hats, graced the stage in the past with her performance in Call Me Madam, bringing her unique flair and extensive touring experience from shows like Sister Act and Kinky Boots. more...
Daniel Berryman made his Off-Broadway debut in the historic production of Call Me Madam, showcasing his versatile talent previously seen in regional performances such as Hello, Dolly! at MUNY and Les Miserables at Theatre Aspen. more...
Carmen Cusack, who starred in the Off-Broadway production of Call Me Madam at City Center Encores!, has an impressive resume that includes notable performances on Broadway, the West End, and in national tours. more...
Taeler Elyse Cyrus, an Ailey/Fordham BFA graduate and seasoned performer with credits including After Midnight and River North Dance Chicago, was thrilled to bring her talents to the Broadway stage in Call Me Madam. more...
Ta'Nika Gibson, who has an impressive array of Broadway and regional credits, was part of the City Center Encores! production of Call Me Madam, showcasing her versatility in musical theatre. more...
Jason Gotay, who was part of the cast of Irving Berlin’s Call Me Madam, has also graced the stage in notable productions such as Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812 at Pittsburgh CLO and the original Broadway company of BRING IT ON: THE MUSICAL. more...
Christopher Gurr, known for his performances in Broadway hits such as Amazing Grace and Kinky Boots, brought his extensive experience from national tours and regional theaters to the cast of Call Me Madam. more...
Adam Heller, known for his extensive Broadway credits including *It Shoulda Been You* and *Les Miserables*, was a notable cast member in *Call Me Madam*. more...
Carol Kane, known for her Emmy-winning role as Simka Gravas on "Taxi" and her performances in films like "Annie Hall" and "The Princess Bride," brought her distinctive talent to the stage in "Call Me Madam." more...
Max Kumangai, who has an impressive Broadway resume including Hadestown and Jagged Little Pill, showcased his talents in the Encores! production of Call Me Madam, adding to his extensive experience in musical theatre. more...
Brandt Martinez, known for his performances in the original Broadway casts of "Moulin Rouge," "Aladdin," "Fiddler on the Roof," and "Natasha Pierre and The Great Comet of 1812," as well as his role in the 2nd national tour of "Hamilton," brings his extensive stage experience to the cast of "Call Me Madam." more...
Stanley Wayne Mathis, known for his impressive Broadway credits including Nice Work If You Can Get It and The Lion King, also graced the stage in Call Me Madam, showcasing his versatile talent in both theater and television. more...
Skye Mattox, known for her Broadway performances in Carousel and On The Town, showcased her talent in the Encores! production of Call Me Madam. more...
Timothy McDevitt, a versatile American baritone, showcased his talents in the musical theatre world with his performance in "Call Me Madam" during the 2019-20 season with NY City Center Encores. more...
Harris Milgrim, a Miami native and New World School of the Arts alum, made his Broadway debut in the 2016 revival of CATS before joining the cast of Call Me Madam. more...
Bethany Moore, who has previously graced the stage in the 1st national tour of A Chorus Line as Judy and Cats as Bombalurina, brought her extensive regional theatre experience to Call Me Madam. more...
Mary Page Nance, known for her performances in Broadway hits like "Natasha, Pierre, and The Great Comet of 1812" and "Finding Neverland," as well as her extensive work in regional theater and film, brought her multifaceted talent to "Call Me Madam." more...
Brad Oscar, who was nominated for a 2001 Tony Award for his role in The Producers, has a diverse theatrical background including his performance in Call Me Madam, showcasing his versatility and extensive experience in both regional and Broadway productions. more...
Randy Rainbow, known for his viral satirical videos and political spoofs, brought his unique comedic flair to the cast of "Call Me Madam," showcasing his versatility beyond the internet fame he garnered through millions of views and international acclaim. more...
Kathy Voytko, known for her impressive Broadway credits including The Music Man and Next to Normal, brought her extensive experience to Call Me Madam, enriching the show with her versatile talent. more...
Michael Benjamin Washington, who starred in the 2005 revival of La Cage Aux Folles, brings his extensive theatrical experience to the cast of Call Me Madam. more...
Lauren Worsham, who made her Broadway debut in "Call Me Madam," is known for her dynamic performances in roles such as Lisa in "Dog Days" and Cunegonde in "Candide." more...
Ricardo A Zayas, an honors graduate of Fordham University and one of Dance magazine's "25 to Watch," showcased his versatile talents in the City Center Encores! production of Call Me Madam. more...
Call Me Madam FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Mrs. Sally Adams
The Hostess with the Mostes' on the Ball
Washington Square Dance
Lichtenburg
Can You Use Any Money Today?
Marrying for Love
The Ocarina
It's a Lovely Day Today
The Best Thing for You
Something to Dance About
Once Upon a Time Today
They Like Ike
You're Just in Love
Gypsy Dance
Mr. Monotony
Free
Our Day of Independence
Anthem for Presentation
International Rag
What Chance Have I with Love?
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