The Will Rogers Follies Broadway Original Cast
Inspired by the words of Will Rogers and Betty RogersThe Will Rogers Follies focuses on the life and career of famed humorist and performer Will Rogers (“Oklahoma’s favorite son”). Using the Ziegfeld Follies as a backdrop, Follies describes the episodes of Rogers’ life in spectacular production numbers and conveys the personality of this quintessentially American figure using snippets of his famous homespun style of wisdom and common sense. Full synopsis
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Keith Carradine, known for his distinguished career in both film and theater, captivated audiences with his performance in the Broadway production of "The Will Rogers Follies." more...
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Rick Faugno, who has been recognized with accolades such as the Fred Astaire Award for his Broadway performance in *On the Twentieth Century* and the Best Singer award for his role as Frankie Valli in the original Las Vegas company of *Jersey Boys*, brought his exceptional talent to the cast of *The Will Rogers Follies*. more...
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Tom Flagg, who concluded the 20th century on Broadway with a role in The Will Rogers Follies, is not only a seasoned actor with credits in shows like How to Succeed... and Oklahoma, but also a Karate Master who trains U.S. Marines and Navy Personnel in Martial Arts. more...
Dee Hoty, who earned a Tony nomination for her role in The Will Rogers Follies, has also graced Broadway stages in productions such as Gigi, Footloose, and Mamma Mia!. more...
Cady Huffman, who earned a Tony Award nomination for her performance in The Will Rogers Follies in 1991, has since built an illustrious career on stage and screen, including winning a Tony for her role in The Producers. more...
Troy Britton Johnson, who graced the Broadway stage in The Will Rogers Follies, also showcased his talent in productions like Damn Yankees and The Drowsy Chaperone. more...
Dick Latessa, who brought his extensive stage experience to "The Will Rogers Follies," was a seasoned Broadway veteran known for his award-winning performance in "Hairspray" and numerous roles in Neil Simon plays. more...
Jerry Mitchell, who choreographed the Broadway production of The Will Rogers Follies, has an illustrious career that includes Tony and Drama Desk nominations for his work on Legally Blonde and awards for La Cage aux Folles. more...
Dana Moore, a twelve-time veteran of the Broadway stage, was featured in The Will Rogers Follies, showcasing her extensive experience in iconic musicals and her collaboration with legendary choreographer Bob Fosse. more...
The Voice of Mr. Ziegfeld
The Voice of Mr. Ziegfeld [recorded voice only]
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See awards and nominations on the The Will Rogers Follies page
Other productions of The Will Rogers Follies
- 1992 US Tour — 1st National Tour · Cast
- 1998 Milburn, NJ (Regional) — Paper Mill Production · Cast
- 2018 East Haddam, CT (Regional) — Goodspeed Musicals Revival · Cast
Production Team
Billy Byers Orchestrator
Jules Fisher Lighting Designer
Peter Fitzgerald Sound Designer
Wendall K. Harrington Projection Designer
Willa Kim Costume Designer
Howard Leonard Wig Designer
Eric Stern Musical Director
Tommy Tune Director
Choreographer
Director/Choreographer
Tony Walton Scenic Designer
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