Gigi 1973

Opened: November 13, 1973
Closing: February 19, 1974

Gigi - 1973 - Broadway History , Info & More

Uris Theatre
222 W. 51st St. New York, NY 10019

Based on the novel by Colette

In February, we will journey to Paris, the city of love, at the turn of the 20th Century, a time when love and marriage did not always go hand in hand. There we will meet the winsome star of Lerner and Loewe’s beloved classic, GIGI. The renowned movie swept the Oscars in 1959, winning Best Picture, and the stage version boasts even more songs, more tears and more romance. You’ll fall in love with this Tony winning score brought to life by our heavenly Reprise orchestra.

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Gigi FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Gigi have there been?
Gigi has had 4 productions including Broadway which opened in 1973, Broadway which opened in 1973, West End which opened in 1985 and Milburn, NJ (Regional) which opened in 1996.
What Tony Awards has Gigi been nominated for?
Gigi has been nominated for several Tony Awards. These nominations include Best Costume Design for Oliver Messel, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Frederick Loewe, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Alan Jay Lerner, and Best Scenic Design for Oliver Smith.
What Tony Awards has Gigi won?
Gigi has won several Tony Awards. These include Best Costume Design for Oliver Messel, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Frederick Loewe, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Alan Jay Lerner, and Best Scenic Design for Oliver Smith.

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