Gangsters, vaudeville and the Russian Ballet come together in this riotous, romantic romp. Junior's folks pull him from the family's vaudeville act and pack him off to school where he becomes a music teacher. He meets Sydney, a composer, and Frankie, a coed who's fallen hard for him, and together more...
Christine Andreas, renowned for her Broadway performances, earned a Tony nomination for her role as Frankie Frayne in the George Abbott-directed revival of "On Your Toes." more...
(Applause Books)
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Steven Ross, known for his dual talents as a photographer and actor, brought a unique perspective to the stage in "On Your Toes." more...
(Applause Books)
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Awards and Nominations
1983 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actress in a Musical: Natalia Makarova won.
1983 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical: Lara Teeter was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical: Christine Andreas was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
George Abbott Director
George Balanchine Choreographer
(Original Choreography)
(Original Choreography)
Dennis Bergevin Make-Up Designer
Wig Designer
Zack Brown Production Designer
Charles Eisen Wig Designer
Make-Up Designer
Peter Martins Choreographer
(Additional Choreography)
(Additional Choreography)
John Mauceri Musical Director
John McLain Lighting Designer
Donald Saddler Choreographer
Hans Spialek Orchestrator
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