Sophisticated Ladies at Crossroads Theatre Company

Authors

• Al Hibbler
• Albany "Barney" Bigard
• Bill Katz
• Billy Strayhorn
• Bob Russell
• Don George
• Donald McKayle
• Duke Ellington
• Ervin Drake
• Gerald Wilson
• Hans Lengsfelder
• Harry Carney
• Harry James
• Irving Mills
• John Guare
• John Redmond
• Johnny Hodges
• Johnny Mercer
• Juan Tizol
• Lee Gaines
• Mack David
• Manny Kurtz
• Mitchell Parish
• Nick Kenny
• Paul Francis Webster
• R. Thiele
• Sid Kuller

Tony Awards and Nominations for Sophisticated Ladies

Year	Category	Result
1981	Best Musical	Nominated

The musical legacy of Duke Ellington, considered amongst the world's greatest composers and musicians, is celebrated in this stylish and brassy retrospective that has taken audiences and critics alike by storm throughout the world. Memorable music and incredible dancing transport you into the Grand Duke's world. Sophisticated Ladies is a glorious recreation of the Duke Ellington big band sound, featuring his most famous numbers from the infamous speakeasy era of the Cotton Club, the Harlem Renaissance, art deco, and high society, including:

"It Don't Mean a Thing, If It Ain't Got That Swing," "Take the 'A' Train," "Satin Doll," and the haunting "In a Sentimental Mood." This is the eye-­?popping, foot-­?stomping, Tony Award-­?winning musical extravaganza that will send you into jazz heaven. It's an unforgettable celebration of the genius of Duke Ellington, brought to vibrant life with amazing talent, a sensational big band orchestra, sparkling staging, and all the lights and colors of Broadway!