Subways Are for Sleeping Broadway Original Cast
Suggested by the book by Edmund G. LoveA romance between Angela McKay, a fashion magazine reporter, and Tom Bailey, a hobo with a flair for gentility. Full synopsis
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Original Cast
Lancelot Zuckerman
Model
Charlie Smith
Michael Bennett, who began his illustrious career dancing in the chorus of Broadway shows such as "Subways Are for Sleeping," went on to become a legendary choreographer and director, most famously known for his groundbreaking work on "A Chorus Line." more...
Tom Bailey
Sydney Chaplin, who headlined Jule Styne's 1961 musical *Subways Are for Sleeping*, had a distinguished career on Broadway, including a Tony Award-winning performance in *Bells Are Ringing* and a notable role in *Funny Girl* opposite Barbra Streisand. more...
Model
(Understudy)
Myra Blake
Valerie Harper, renowned for her iconic role as Rhoda Morgenstern on "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" and its spin-off "Rhoda," brought her considerable talent to the stage in "Subways Are for Sleeping." more...
Angela McKay
Martha Vail
Phyllis Newman's portrayal of Martha Vail in the Jule Styne/Comden and Green musical *Subways Are For Sleeping*—famously costumed only in a bath towel—earned her a Tony Award, marking a standout moment in her illustrious career. more...
Angela McKay
Zack Flint
Myra Blake (u/s)
Harry Shelby
See awards and nominations on the Subways Are for Sleeping page
Production Team
Will Steven Armstrong Scenic Designer
Lighting Designer
Michael Kidd Director/Choreographer
Director
Choreographer
Philip J. Lang Orchestrator
Milton Rosenstock Musical Director
Freddy Wittop Costume Designer