Sophisticated Ladies 1981 - Articles Page 41

Opened: March 1, 1981
Closing: January 02, 1983

Sophisticated Ladies - 1981 - Broadway History , Info & More

Lunt-Fontanne Theatre (Broadway)
205 West 46th St. New York, NY

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!

Sophisticated Ladies - 1981 - Broadway Cast

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Sophisticated Ladies - 1981 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1981 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Gregg Burge
1981 Tony Awards Best Choreography Henry le Tan
1981 Tony Awards Best Choreography Donald McKayle
1981 Tony Awards Best Choreography Michael Smuin
1981 Tony Awards Best Costume Design Willa Kim
1981 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Michael Smuin
1981 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design Jennifer Tipton
1981 Tony Awards Best Musical Roger S. Berlind
1981 Tony Awards Best Musical Manheim Fox
1981 Tony Awards Best Musical Sondra Gilman
1981 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Hinton Battle
1981 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Gregory Hines
1981 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Phyllis Hyman

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