Fictionalized account of the life of Jackie Robinson.
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Bill Buell, who has an extensive Broadway resume including roles in productions such as Titanic and 42nd Street, also graced the stage in the past as part of the cast of The First. more...
David Alan Grier's portrayal of Jackie Robinson in the short-lived Broadway musical *The First* earned him a Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actor in a Musical and the Theatre World Award, marking a significant early achievement in his illustrious career. more...
Awards and Nominations
1982 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical: Lonette McKee was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
David Chapman Scenic Designer
Martin Charnin Director
Luther Henderson Orchestrator
Alan Johnson Choreographer
Choreographer
Carrie Robbins Costume Designer
Louis Shapiro Sound Designer
Marc B. Weiss Lighting Designer
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