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Based on The Beggar's Opera by John Gay

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Original Cast


(head of a gang of beggars)

(Brown's daughter)
Blair Brown, a Tony Award-winning actress for her role in Copenhagen, has an extensive Broadway resume that includes a past performance in The Threepenny Opera. more...
(Applause Books)
Ned (Macheath's Gang)

(Macheath's gang)
(Applause Books)

(a whore)
Ellen Greene, renowned for her iconic role as Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors, brought her exceptional talent to the stage in The Threepenny Opera, showcasing her versatility and depth as an actress. more...

(Mack the Knife; head of a gang of crooks)

(daughter of Jonathan and Mrs. Peachum)
(Applause Books)
(Applause Books)

(Chief of London Police)
Jimmy (Macheath's Gang)

(Macheath's gang)

(Macheath's gang)

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Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
The Threepenny Opera — awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1977 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Raul Julia
1977 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Ellen Green
1976 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress - Musical Elizabeth Wilson

Production Team

Theoni V. Aldredge Costume Designer
Pat Collins Lighting Designer
Richard Foreman Director
J. Roy Helland Hair Designer
Roger Jay Sound Designer
Douglas W. Schmidt Scenic Designer
Stanley Silverman Musical Director

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