Dirty Blonde West End Original Cast
Dirty Blonde, which draws its title from the West film quip "I made myself platinum, but I was born a dirty blonde," tells the story of Jo, an office temp and aspiring actress, and Charlie, who works in the New York Public Library's film archives, both lonely and obsessive West fans who meet at her grave and form a unique relationship as they swap stories about the career highlights and eventual decline into parody of the woman they worship. Three actors play twenty-four characters in this piece, dubbed "the perfect, funny, touching, upbeat show" by TalkingBroadway.com. Full synopsis
Original
Original Cast
Kevin Chamberlin, renowned for his Tony-nominated performances in theater, brought his talent to the stage in "Dirty Blonde," showcasing his versatile acting skills alongside his celebrated roles in "Seussical" and "The Addams Family." more...
Jo/Mae
Claudia Shear made a significant impact on Broadway with her 2000 debut in "Dirty Blonde," a play she co-wrote with James Lapine, which explored the life of Mae West and earned her a Tony Award nomination for Best Actress in a Play. more...
Frank Wallace, Ed Hearn, and others
Bob Stillman, who earned a Tony nomination for his performance in "Dirty Blonde," also contributed the title song and musical arrangements for the show, showcasing his multifaceted talent during its original run. more...
See awards and nominations on the Dirty Blonde page
Other productions of Dirty Blonde
- 2000 Broadway — Original Broadway Production · Cast
Production Team
John Carrafa Choreographer
James Lapine Director
Dan Moses Schreier Sound Designer
Bob Stillman Musical Director