Steel Pier Broadway Original Cast
A high-energy, dance-heavy musical set in early 1930's Atlantic City, Steel Pier tells the story of a dancer, Rita Racine, and her quest to finally leave the dance marathon circuit of which she has been trapped for so long. It has a story based loosely on the film They Shoot Horses Don't They? Full synopsis
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Andy Blankenbuehler, who danced on Broadway in Steel Pier, later won a 2008 Tony Award for his choreography in the Tony Award-winning Best Musical In The Heights. more...
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Brad Bradley, known for his extensive Broadway career, was part of the original cast of "Steel Pier," showcasing his versatility and talent in the theater world. more...
Kristin Chenoweth, an Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress, showcased her remarkable talents early in her career with her performance in the musical "Steel Pier," which set the stage for her illustrious journey in film, television, and theater. more...
Rosa Curry, who graced the Broadway stage in productions such as Dreamgirls and Chicago, also brought her talent to the cast of Steel Pier during its original run. more...
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Cady Huffman, who has an extensive and celebrated career on Broadway, joined the cast of Steel Pier, bringing her Tony Award-winning talent to the production, which took place more...
JoAnn M. Hunter, with an impressive 20 Broadway shows to her credit as a Choreographer, Associate Choreographer, and Performer, brought her extensive experience to the cast of *Steel Pier* more...
Mary Illes, who graced the stage in the ensemble of Steel Pier, has also showcased her talents in Encores productions such as Music in the Air, Lost in the Stars, and Love Life. more...
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John MacInnis, who has an extensive background in choreography and direction, including work on The Book of Mormon and the Radio City Christmas Spectacular, also brought his talents to the stage as a performer in the Broadway production of Steel Pier. more...
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Debra Monk, a Tony Award-winning actress known for her extensive Broadway career and co-authorship of the Tony-nominated musical Pump Boys and Dinettes, brought her remarkable talent to the cast of Steel Pier, adding to her impressive repertoire of stage and screen performances. more...
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Jim Newman, known for his multifaceted career as an actor, writer, producer, and director, showcased his talents in Steel Pier, bringing his extensive experience from projects like Casper and What's My Line? to the stage. more...
Casey Nicholaw, who has garnered numerous accolades for his work on Broadway including Tony nominations for "Mean Girls" and "Aladdin," was also part of the creative team for "Steel Pier." more...
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Sarah Solie Shannon, who was part of the original cast of "Steel Pier," has a rich history of Broadway performances, including notable roles in "Beauty and the Beast," "High Society," and "Annie." more...
Sarah Solie, who made her Broadway debut in Cats and was an original cast member of Steel Pier, has had an illustrious career on stage, including performances in Beauty and the Beast, High Society, and the National Tour of Titanic. more...
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Craig Waletzko, who was part of the cast of "Steel Pier," has an extensive performance history, including notable roles such as Lumiere in "Beauty and the Beast" at Pioneer Theatre in Salt Lake City in 2005 and Eddie Ryan in "Funny Girl" at North Carolina Theater and Barrington Stage in 2003. more...
Timothy Warmen previously showcased his talents in the musical "Steel Pier," bringing his dynamic performance to the stage in this celebrated production. more...
Valerie Wright, known for her diverse roles on Broadway including "Steel Pier," has also made notable appearances in Off-Broadway productions and national tours, earning accolades such as a Jefferson Award and multiple Helen Hayes nominations. more...
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Karen Ziemba, who received a Drama Desk Award nomination and a Tony Award nomination for her outstanding performance in the 1997 musical Steel Pier, has had a prolific career on Broadway and beyond. more...
See awards and nominations on the Steel Pier page
Production Team
David Brian Brown Hair Designer
Scott Ellis Director
Michael Gibson Orchestrator
Wendall K. Harrington Projection Designer
Peter Kaczorowski Lighting Designer
William Ivey Long Costume Designer
David Loud Musical Director
Tony Meola Sound Designer
Susan Stroman Choreographer
Tony Walton Scenic Designer
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