Based on the play La Cage Aux Folles by Jean Poiret
LA CAGE AUX FOLLES features music and lyrics by Jerry Herman and book by Harvey Fierstein, based on the play by Jean Poiret. Georges is the suave owner of a glitzy drag club on the French Riviera. Partnered romantically with more...
(Applause Books)
Cady Huffman first graced the Broadway stage as a replacement cast member in the 1985 production of La Cage aux Folles, marking the beginning of a distinguished career that would see her earn a Tony Award for her role in The Producers. more...
(Applause Books)
Peter Marshall, known for his extensive career as a game show host and performer, graced the Broadway stage in the past with his role in La Cage aux Folles, adding to his impressive list of theatrical credits. more...
(Applause Books)
Awards and Nominations
1984 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Musical: George Hearn won.
Outstanding Actor in a Musical: Gene Barry was nominated but did not win.
1984 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: George Hearn won.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Gene Barry was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Theoni V. Aldredge Costume Designer
Ted Azar Hair Designer
Make-Up Designer
Jules Fisher Lighting Designer
Peter J. Fitzgerald Sound Designer
Arthur Laurents Director
David Mitchell Scenic Designer
Don Pippin Musical Director
Scott Salmon Choreographer
Jim Tyler Orchestrator
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