Redhead Broadway Original Cast
Redhead is a musical with music composed by Albert Hague and lyrics by Dorothy Fields, who with her brother, Herbert, along with Sidney Sheldon and David Shaw wrote the book/libretto. Set in London in the 1880s, around the time of Jack the Ripper, the musical is a murder mystery in the setting of a wax museum. Full synopsis
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Original Cast
Jailer (u/s)
(Understudy)
Ruth LaRue/Tilly
David Goldstein, a bi-coastal scenic and lighting designer, has an impressive portfolio, including work on "Redhead" in the past, showcasing his versatility and expertise in productions across New York City, Los Angeles, and regional theaters. more...
(Understudy)
(Understudy)
(Second Understudy)
(Second Understudy)
Patti Karr, a versatile performer with a career spanning over five decades, graced the stage in the original Broadway production of "Redhead" as a dancer, showcasing her talent in a show that captivated audiences in the late 1950s. more...
Maude Simpson (u/s)
Sarah Simpson (u/s)
Street Performer
Street Performer
Tom Baxter
Howard Cavanaugh (u/s)
Maude Simpson
Tom Baxter (u/s)
Howard Cavanaugh
(Understudy)
Jailer
Sarah Simpson
Inspector White (u/s)
George Poppett
Inspector White
Gwen Verdon, celebrated for her dynamic performances and her collaboration with Bob Fosse, starred in the original production of "Redhead" in 1959, a role that further solidified her legendary status on Broadway. more...
See awards and nominations on the Redhead page
Production Team
Bob Fosse Director/Choreographer
Jean Rosenthal Lighting Designer
Rouben Ter-Arutunian Production Designer
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