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Guys and Dolls Revival

Closing: February 13, 1977

Guys and Dolls - 1976 Broadway History , Info & More

Broadway Theatre (Broadway)
1681 Broadway New York, NY

Based on a story ("The Idyll of Miss Sarah Brown") and characters by Damon Runyon

Bustling with gamblers, gangsters, and sassy showgirls, GUYS AND DOLLS celebrates Broadway's golden era with one of the greatest scores ever written for a musical by the legendary Frank Loesser, a masterfully witty book and lyrics by Joe Swerling and comedy legend Abe Burrows, and the glorious Damon Runyon's comic book world of 1940s Times Square New York City.

GUYS AND DOLLS originally conquered Broadway in 1951 as the winner of 5 Tony Awards including Best Musical and again in 1992 with 4 Tony Awards including Best Revival of a Musical. The New York Times calls it "The show that defines Broadway dazzle!" A movie version ofGUYS AND DOLLS was released in 1953 starring Marlon Brando and Frank Sinatra.


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15 Broadway Icons You May Be Surprised Never Won a Tony Award
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These performers may have received other awards and accolades, but a Tony Award is shockingly not on their résumé.

A History of Broadway Proshots and Screen Adaptations
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 31, 2026


What is a pro-shot and how is it different than an adapted film? Pro-shot is an abbreviation for professionally shot, denoting a stage play that was captured in its native habitat: a theatre. In general, a pro-shot seeks to film the exact experience that audience members would have at a live performance of the show, in contrast with a feature film which actually adapts the piece into a new form, including different locations, the removal of theatrical aesthetic, and changes to make the script work as a film as opposed to as a live theatrical show.

Interview: Adam Karsten Directing GUYS AND DOLLS at Coachella Valley Repertory Theatre
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Did You Know These Broadway Revivals Started As Flops?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jan 11, 2026


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Steve Rosen To Take Over For Kevin Del Aguila in THE BAKER'S WIFE at CSC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2025


Steve Rosen will join the cast of Classic Stage Company's The Baker’s Wife as Antoine. Kevin Del Aguila will play his final performance. The Baker’s Wife features a book by Joseph Stein, music & lyrics by Stephen Schwartz.

Which Pre-Broadway Tryout Theater Boasts the Most Best Musical Tony Award Winners?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Nov 30, 2025


While different tryout theaters have different relationships to the development of new shows, it’s worth looking at both which commercial rental theaters and which non-profit theaters have had the most Best Musical Tony Award winners come from their stages.

Chita Rivera Was Originally Set to Appear in KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Movie
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 23, 2025


Before her passing in 2024, Broadway legend Chita Rivera was originally attached to appear in the film adaptation of Kiss of the Spider Woman, which hit theaters earlier this month. 

BroadwayWorld Classifieds 9/25/2025; Jobs In Marketing, Ticketing, and More
by - Sep 25, 2025


This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 9/25/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

BroadwayWorld Classifieds 9/18/2025; Jobs In Wardrobe, Casting and More
by - Sep 18, 2025


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Scott Bakula Joins Ariana DeBose in THE BAKER'S WIFE at Classic Stage Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2025


Golden Globe winner Scott Bakula will star in The Baker’s Wife at Classic Stage Company as Aimable Castagnet alongside Ariana DeBose. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

Interview: Theatre Life with Francesca Zambello
by Elliot Lanes - May 23, 2025


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HAMILTON Cast Recording to Join the National Recording Registry
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 9, 2025


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25 Great Audition Songs for Sopranos
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Let us help you find some fresh audition material. These 25 soprano audition songs are a combination of greats and lesser knowns, so you can choose material that you love and knock that audition out of the park. Check out what made the list!

Isabella Esler, Jake Epstein, Chilina Kennedy & More Will Star in LIFE AFTER in Toronto
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 4, 2024


The full cast and creative team for the new musical LIFE AFTER at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre has just been announced. The new musical will play a limited engagement from Wednesday, April 16 – Sunday, May 4, 2025 as part of the 2024/25 Off-Mirvish Season. Check out who is joining the cast here!

Meet the Cast of DEATH BECOMES HER, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2024


Death Becomes her is coming to Broadway! The new musical is now in performances at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. Meet the cast of Death Becomes Her here!

Manhattan Theatre Club Will Bring EUREKA DAY to Broadway and VLADAMIR Off-Broadway Next Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2024


Manhattan Theatre Club has announced three shows that will open next season, including the Broadway premiere of Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends and Eureka Day, as well as the world premiere of Vladamir, which will open off-Broadway.

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Check out our roundup of 'Best of' lists for theatre for 2023. Be sure to check back later for new additions as they're released!

Tommy Wallach's New Musical VICKY & FRANK to Debut at 54 Below
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by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2023


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37th MAC Awards Lifetime Achievement Award Honorees Announced
by Stephi Wild - Feb 22, 2023


The Manhattan Association of Cabarets (MAC) has made its initial announcement of the upcoming 37th Annual MAC Awards. The awards presentation and show will take place on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at 7:30 pm, at Peter Norton Symphony Space at 2537 Broadway at 95th Street in New York City. 

Guys and Dolls History

Other Productions of Guys and Dolls

1950   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1951   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
1953   West End London Production
West End
1955   Broadway City Center Revival
Broadway
1959   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
1965   Broadway City Center Revival
Broadway
1966   Off-Broadway City Center Revival
Off-Broadway
1976   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1982   West End Royal National Theatre Production
West End
1984   West End Royal National Theatre Production
West End
1992   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1996   West End Royal National Theatre Production
West End
2001   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
2004   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
2005   West End London Revival
West End
2009   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2012   Beverly, MA (Regional) Northshore Music Theatre Revival
Beverly, MA (Regional)
2016   West End West End Revival Production
West End

Guys and Dolls - 1976 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
Guys and Dolls — awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1977 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Robert Guillaume
1977 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Ernestine Jackson
1977 Tony Awards Most Innovative Production of a Revival Moe Septee
1977 Tony Awards Most Innovative Production of a Revival Victor H. Potamkin
1977 Tony Awards Most Innovative Production of a Revival Carmen F. Zollo
1977 Tony Awards Most Innovative Production of a Revival Ashton Springer

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