Applause Broadway Original Cast
Based on the film All About Eve and the original story by Mary Orr. Full synopsis
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Lauren Bacall's illustrious career included a triumphant return to Broadway in 1970 with her Tony Award-winning performance as Margo Channing in the musical "Applause," a role that showcased her remarkable talent and solidified her status as a Broadway legend. more...
Len Cariou, a celebrated Canadian stage actor, received a Tony nomination for his role in the musical *Applause* (1970), showcasing his early prominence on Broadway before his iconic performance in *Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street*. more...
Tony Announcer (u/s)
Bonnie Franklin made her Broadway debut in the musical "Applause" in 1967, where her role as Bonnie, a young actress who becomes a star overnight, earned her a Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actress in a Musical. more...
Penny Fuller gained significant acclaim on Broadway for her role as the deceptively charming Eve Harrington in the musical Applause (1970–1972), where she starred alongside Lauren Bacall, capturing the complex dynamics of ambition and rivalry in this stage adaptation of All About Eve. more...
Tony Host
Lee Roy Reams, celebrated for his exceptional talent as "Broadway’s song & dance man nonpareil," graced the stage in APPLAUSE, showcasing his remarkable versatility alongside a storied career that includes accolades for roles in iconic shows like THE PRODUCERS and 42ND STREET. more...
Tom Urich, who passed away in 2022, was an accomplished actor known for his roles in films and TV shows such as "Murder at 1600," "JAG," and "Midnight Witness," bringing his talents to a diverse array of projects throughout his career. more...
Sammy Williams, renowned for his Tony Award-winning role as Paul San Marco in A Chorus Line, also graced the stage in Applause, showcasing his versatile talent across a 40-year career on Broadway and beyond. more...
See awards and nominations on the Applause page
Other productions of Applause
- 1972 West End — London Production · Cast
- 1982 Off-Off-Broadway — Equity Library Theatre Revival · Cast
- 1996 Milburn, NJ (Regional) — Paper Mill Production · Cast
- 1996 US Tour — Pre-Broadway Tour · Cast
- 2005 Regional (US) — Reprise! Concert · Cast
- 2008 Off-Broadway — Encores! Concert · Cast
Production Team
Ray Aghayan Costume Designer
Ron Field Director
Choreographer
Philip J. Lang Orchestrator
Tharon Musser Lighting Designer
Donald Pippin Musical Director
Robert Randolph Scenic Designer
Scenic Designer
Joe Tubens Hair Designer
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