Based on the film All About Eve and the original story by Mary Orr.
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...
(Applause Books)
(Applause Books)
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...
(Applause Books)
(Applause Books)
Awards and Nominations
1970 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Len Cariou was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Brandon Maggart was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical: Penny Fuller was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical: Bonnie Franklin was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical: Lauren Bacall won.
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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