When former members of the Weismann Follies reunite on the eve of their theater's demolition, two couples remember their past and face the harsher realities of the present. In the crumbling glamour of the theater, the shadows of their younger selves remind them of the complicated steps they've danced - both on the stage and throughout their lives. Containing such well-known songs as Broadway Baby, I'm Still Here, Too Many Mornings, Could I Leave You? and Losing My Mind, Follies echoes the songs, exuberance and romance of the vaudeville days between the two World Wars.
Lawrence Alexander, a Boston Conservatory graduate, showcased his talents in the 2011 Broadway revival of Follies, bringing his experience from Hubbard Street Dance Chicago and other notable productions to the stage. more...
Danny Burstein, a celebrated actor with a rich history of accolades, was nominated for a Tony Award for his role in the 2012 production of Follies, where he also earned Astaire and Grammy Award nominations, along with Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards. more...
Don Correia, who has been married to actress Sandy Duncan since 1980, was a Tony Award nominee for Best Actor in 1986 for his performance in "Singin' in the Rain." more...
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Christian Delcroix, who portrayed Young Buddy in Follies, has also graced Broadway stages in The Book of Mormon and South Pacific, and recently starred as Curly at Goodspeed in The Great American Mousical, directed by Julie Andrews. more...
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Sara Edwards recently showcased her talents in "Follies" at Broadway, the Kennedy Center, and the Ahmanson Theater, while also serving as Warren Carlyle’s assistant choreographer. more...
Rosalind Elias, renowned for her illustrious career at the Metropolitan Opera and for originating the role of Erika in Samuel Barber's Vanessa in 1958, brought her exceptional talent to the cast of Follies in a memorable performance. more...
Colleen Fitzpatrick, a Broadway veteran with over 30 years of experience, has an impressive repertoire that includes performing in the Los Angeles production of Follies, among many other notable roles on stage and screen. more...
Leslie Donna Flesner, who played an ensemble role and understudied Young Heidi in "Follies" starring Bernadette Peters, has an impressive Broadway resume that includes performances in "Tootsie," "Hello, Dolly," and "An American in Paris." more...
Jenifer Foote, who has an impressive array of Broadway credits including Stephen Sondheim’s Follies, has also showcased her talents in the 2014 film The Last Five Years and the BroadwayHD filmed versions of She Loves Me and Holiday Inn. more...
Lora Lee Gayer, who brought the character of Young Sally to life in the 2011 Broadway revival of Follies, also originated the lead role of Linda Mason in Holiday Inn in 2016. more...
Jayne Houdyshell, who earned a Tony nomination for her role in the 2011 production of *Follies*, has an extensive career spanning Broadway, Off-Broadway, regional theater, film, and television. more...
Amanda Kloots-Larsen, an Ohio native and former Broadway dancer who graced the stage in past productions like "Follies," now channels her infectious energy and creativity into her career as a celebrity trainer, where she has developed a unique jump rope method for full-body workouts. more...
Jan Maxwell, a versatile actress with an impressive array of accolades, brought her remarkable talent to the cast of Follies, adding to her esteemed career which includes Tony nominations for The Royal Family and Lend Me A Tenor in 2010. more...
Elaine Paige, the award-winning actress and singer renowned for her significant contributions to musical theatre, brought her extraordinary talent to the cast of *Follies*, adding to her impressive repertoire of West End and Broadway hits. more...
Mary Beth Peil, an Obie Award-winning and two-time Tony Award-nominated actress, graced the Broadway stage in "Follies," showcasing her versatile talents that span from opera to television and film. more...
Bernadette Peters, renowned for her exceptional interpretation of Stephen Sondheim's works, starred in the 2011 Broadway revival of "Follies," adding to her illustrious career that spans over six decades in theatre, film, and television. more...
Ron Raines, a three-time Emmy nominee for his role on "Guiding Light," brought his extensive Broadway experience, including performances in "Chicago" and "A Little Night Music," to the cast of "Follies." more...
Kiira Schmidt, who graced the Broadway stage as Margie in Follies, has an impressive resume that includes roles in White Christmas and No, No, Nannette, as well as numerous regional theater performances and a TV appearance on NBC's "Smash." more...
Kirsten Scott, who graced the Broadway stage in productions such as Big Fish, Jersey Boys, and Hairspray, also showcased her talents in Follies, bringing her extensive experience from both stage and screen to the celebrated show. more...
Brian Shepard, who has graced the Broadway stage in productions such as Follies, My Fair Lady, and Spamalot, has also shone in regional roles like Cosmo Brown in Singin' in the Rain and Bert in Mary Poppins. more...
Frederick Strother, known for his versatile career in theater, film, and television, brought his acclaimed talent to the cast of "Follies," having previously earned praise for his authentic and emotionally deep performances in Broadway classics like the 1987 production of "Fences" and the 1991 production of "Two Trains Running." more...
Susan Watson, known for her acclaimed performance as Kim MacAfee in "Bye Bye Birdie," also graced the stage in "Follies," showcasing her enduring talent in the world of theater. more...
Terri White, who once served as the editor-in-chief of Empire magazine, brought her multifaceted talents to the cast of Follies more...
Amos Wolff is delighted to return to The Kennedy Center, where he previously performed in the 2011 production of Follies, showcasing his versatile talent that has also graced Broadway and National Tours such as Gigi and Chicago. more...
Ashley Yeater, known for her performances in Broadway hits such as Gigi, Pippin, and Follies, brings her extensive experience to the stage, having also captivated audiences in national tours of A Chorus Line and Chicago. more...
Awards and Nominations
2012 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Musical : Danny Burstein won.
Outstanding Actress in a Musical : Jan Maxwell was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Actress in a Musical : Bernadette Peters was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical : Elaine Paige was nominated but did not win.
2012 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Musical: Danny Burstein won.
Outstanding Actress in a Musical: Jan Maxwell was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical: Jayne Houdyshell was nominated but did not win.
2012 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Ron Raines was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Danny Burstein was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical : Jayne Houdyshell was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical: Jan Maxwell was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Jonathan Tunick Orchestrator
Brett J Banakis Assistant Scenic Designer
Gregg Barnes Costume Designer
Warren Carlyle Choreographer
Kai Harada Sound Designer
Natasha Katz Lighting Designer
Derek McLane Scenic Designer
James Moore (i) Musical Director
Eric Schaeffer Director
Follies FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Beautiful Girls
Don't Look at Me
Waiting for the Girls Upstairs
Listen to the Rain on the Roof
Ah, Paris!
Broadway Baby
The Road You Didn't Take
Bolero d'Amour
In Buddy's Eyes
Who's That Woman?
I'm Still Here
Too Many Mornings
The Right Girl
One More Kiss
Could I Leave You?
Loveland [i]
You're Gonna Love Tomorrow
Love Will See Us Through
The God-Why-Don't-You-Love-Me-Blues
Losing My Mind
The Story of Lucy and Jessie
Live, Laugh, Love
Opening Montage
All Things Bright and Beautiful
Bring on the Girls
Can That Boy Fox Trot!
It Wasn't Meant to Happen
Pleasant Little Kingdom
That Old Piano Roll
The World's Full of Boys/The World's Full of Girls
In Someone's Eyes
Uptown, Downtown
Little White House
Who Could Be Blue?
Country House
Social Dancing
Loveland [ii]
Ah, But Underneath
Make the Most of Your Music
Overture
Don't Look At Me
Waiting For The Girls Upstairs
Ah, Paris!
The Road You Didn't Take
In Buddy's Eyes
Who's That Woman?
I'm Still Here
Too Many Mornings
The Right Girl
One More Kiss
Could I Leave You?
You're Gonna Love Tomorrow
Buddy's Blues
Losing My Mind
Lucy And Jessie
Live, Laugh, Love
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