The Elephant Man Off-Broadway Original Cast
In 1880s London, John Merrick is a horribly deformed young man – a victim of rare skin and bone diseases. Under the care of celebrated physician Frederick Treves, Merrick slowly evolves from an object of pity to an urbane gentleman, desperate to be recognized as a man like any other.
Original
Original Cast
Carr Gomm/ Conductor
Pinhead Manager/ London Policeman/ Will/ Earl/ Lord John
Frederick Treves/ Belgian Policeman
Ross/ Bishop Walsham How/ Snork/ Frederick Treves/ Belgian Policeman/ Pinhead Manager/ London Policeman/ Will/ Earl/ Lord John (u/s)
Mrs. Kendal/ Pinhead (u/s)
Pinhead/ Miss Sandwich/ Countess/ Princess Alexandra
Ross/ Bishop Walsham How/ Snork
Mrs. Kendal/ Pinhead
Awards and Nominations
Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Actor - Play | Philip Anglim |
| 1979 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Actress - Play | Carole Shelley |
Production Team
Beverly Emmons Lighting Designer
Jack Hofsiss Director
David Jenkins Scenic Designer
Julie Weiss Costume Designer
