Original Cast
Grover
Mechanical Man (u/s)
Maybelle (u/s)
Mrs. Faye
Kitty
Satin (u/s)
Ruby
Solly
Satin
Gus
Romaine (u/s)
Doyle (u/s)
Louis
Mike (u/s)
Romaine
Doyle
Mechanical Man
Fleta
Valarie Pettiford, known for her Tony-nominated performance in the Broadway production of Fosse, showcased her remarkable talents in Grind. more...
Vernelle
Louis (u/s)
Performer
Grover (u/s)
Fleta (u/s)
Kitty (u/s)
Linette (u/s)
Ruby (u/s)
Vernelle (u/s)
Linette
Gus (u/s)
Harry (u/s)
Mike
Solly (u/s)
Ben Vereen, a celebrated entertainer known for his Tony-winning performance in Pippin, was part of the cast of the musical Grind, showcasing his exceptional talent in a production that added to his illustrious career in theater and entertainment. more...
Harry
Maybelle
Mrs. Faye (u/s)
Awards and Nominations
Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical | Timothy Nolen |
| 1985 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical | Leilani Jones |
| 1985 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical | Sharon Murray |
| 1985 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical | Leilani Jones |
Production Team
Richard Allen Hair Designer
Make-Up Designer
Ken Billington Lighting Designer
Bill Byers Orchestrator
Clarke Dunham Scenic Designer
Paul Gemignani Musical Director
Florence Klotz Costume Designer
Otts Munderloh Sound Designer
Harold Prince Director
Jim Tyler Orchestrator
(Additional Orchestrations)
(Additional Orchestrations)
Harold Wheeler Orchestrator
(Additional Orchestrations)
(Additional Orchestrations)
Lester Wilson Choreographer
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