A rabid musical theatre maven retells the story of his favorite musical, 1928's fictive obscurity The Drowsy Chaperone.
Danny Burstein, a 7-time Tony Award nominee, earned a Tony and Ovation Award nomination for his role in the 2006 production of The Drowsy Chaperone. more...
Georgia Engel, who played Mrs. Tottendale in the past Broadway production of The Drowsy Chaperone, was a versatile actress known for her memorable role as Georgette Franklin Baxter on The Mary Tyler Moore Show, which earned her two Emmy nominations. more...
Sutton Foster's portrayal of Janet Van De Graaff in the 2006 production of The Drowsy Chaperone earned her multiple award nominations, including Tony, Drama Desk, Drama League, Outer Critics Circle, and Ovation Awards. more...
Edward Hibbert, who graced the Broadway stage in The Drowsy Chaperone, boasts an impressive array of credits including It Shoulda Been You, Curtains, and Noises Off, and has been recognized with an Obie and a Dramalogue for his off-Broadway performance in Jeffrey. more...
Troy Britton Johnson, who graced Broadway stages in productions such as The Will Rogers Follies and Damn Yankees, also starred in the Los Angeles pre-Broadway production of The Drowsy Chaperone before it made its mark on the Great White Way. more...
Eddie Korbich, who received a Drama Desk nomination for his performance in "The Drowsy Chaperone," has an extensive Broadway career including roles in "The Music Man" and "Wicked," as well as notable Off-Broadway and television credits. more...
Garth Kravits made his Broadway debut in 2006's The Drowsy Chaperone, where he and his brother Jason Kravits portrayed a 1920's-era comedy duo of gangsters disguised as pastry chefs. more...
Jason Kravits, known for his versatility and musical talent, graced the Broadway stage in "The Drowsy Chaperone," showcasing his skills as both an actor and musician. more...
Beth Leavel, who garnered Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, and L.A. Drama Critics Awards for her exceptional performance as the title character in The Drowsy Chaperone, continues to shine on Broadway with her recent role in Lempicka. more...
Kecia Lewis, who was part of the Original Broadway Cast of The Drowsy Chaperone, made her Broadway debut at just 18 years old in Dreamgirls and has since amassed an impressive array of credits both on and off Broadway, as well as in television and film. more...
Bob Martin, who won a Tony for his work on The Drowsy Chaperone, has an extensive career spanning over three decades as an actor and writer, with notable recent TV projects including "Slings & Arrows" and "Sensitive Skin." more...
Jennifer Smith, a Lubbock, Texas native and proud Actor's Equity Association member, graced the original company of The Drowsy Chaperone among her impressive 15 Broadway shows. more...
Awards and Nominations
2006 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical: Beth Leavel won.
2006 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical: Beth Leavel won.
2006 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical: Danny Burstein was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Bob Martin was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical: Beth Leavel won.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical: Sutton Foster was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Larry Blank Orchestrator
Gregg Barnes Costume Designer
Ken Billington Lighting Designer
Justen M. Brosnan Make-Up Designer
David Gallo Scenic Designer
Josh Marquette Hair Designer
Brian Monahan Lighting Designer
Casey Nicholaw Choreographer
Director
ACME Sound Partners Sound Designer
Phil Reno Musical Director
The Drowsy Chaperone FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Fancy Dress
Cold Feets
Best Man for the Job
Show Off
Adolpho
Accident Waiting to Happen
Toledo Surprise
Message from a Nightingale
Bride’s Lament
I Remember Love
I Do, I Do in the Sky
As We Stumble Along
Love Is Always Lovely
Overture
Fancy Dress
Cold Feets
Show Off
As We Stumble Along
I Am Aldolpho
Accident Waiting To Happen
Toledo Surprise
Act 1 Finale
A Message From a Nightingale
Bride's Lament
Love is Always Lovely in the End
I Do, I Do In the Sky
As We Stumble Along (Finale)
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