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Closing: June 17, 2006

The Pajama Game - 2006 Broadway History , Info & More

The Pajama Game, a delightful musical brimming with romance, labor disputes, and catchy tunes, is the brainchild of the songwriting duo Richard Adler and Jerry Ross, with a book by Richard Bissell. It premiered on Broadway in 1954 and quickly captured the hearts of audiences and critics alike. The musical's success was solidified with a Tony Award for Best Musical in 1955.

Set in a bustling pajama factory in the American Midwest, the story centers around the sassy and determined Babe Williams, the leader of the factory's grievance committee. The workers are frustrated by a recent pay cut and clash with the factory superintendent, Sid Sorokin. Sparks fly between Babe and Sid, despite their opposing positions in the labor dispute. Their simmering tension takes a playful turn when a new rule is implemented – employees must wear pajamas to work!

The Pajama Game is a delightful blend of humor, romance, and social commentary. The infectious score features iconic songs like "Hey There," "Steam Heat," and "Hernando's Hideaway," which burst with energy and perfectly capture the playful spirit of the story. Despite the underlying labor strife, the musical ultimately celebrates the power of love, finding common ground, and the importance of fighting for what you believe in.


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The Prince Fellowship to Open Applications for 2026 Program
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026


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by Patrick Honoré - Apr 20, 2026


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by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Nov 30, 2025


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Video: Michael Park Sings 'Rebellious Children' in MYTHIC at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
by Michael Major - Sep 26, 2025


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Review: Sutton Foster and Kelli O'Hara Share a Memorable ONE NIGHT ONLY with the Boston Pops at Tanglewood
by R. Scott Reedy - Jul 23, 2025


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by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 18, 2025


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Lakewood Theatre Company Reveals 73rd Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2025


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by R. Scott Reedy - Oct 25, 2024


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by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2024


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by A.A. Cristi - Oct 8, 2024


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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2024


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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2024


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by James Lindhorst - Jan 22, 2024


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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2023


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by R. Scott Reedy - Aug 17, 2023


In what can only be described as a perfect match between performer and venue, Tony Award winner Kelli O’Hara (“The King and I”) will appear in concert, with Dan Lipton on piano, in the  glorious and intimate setting of Seiji Ozawa Hall at Tanglewood in Lenox/Stockbridge on August 22.

American Airlines Theatre Will Be Renamed the Todd Haimes Theatre
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 2, 2023


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The Pajama Game History

Other Productions of The Pajama Game

1954   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1955   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
1955   West End London Production
West End
1957   Off-Broadway City Center Revival
Off-Broadway
1973   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1986   Off-Off-Broadway Equity Library Theatre Revival
Off-Off-Broadway
1989   Off-Broadway New York City Opera Revival
Off-Broadway
1999   West End London Revival
West End
2002   Off-Broadway Encores! Concert
Off-Broadway
2006   Broadway Roundabout Revival
Broadway

The Pajama Game - 2006 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
The Pajama Game — awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2006 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Kathleen Marshall
2006 Theatre World Awards Performance Harry Connick Jr.

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