Big Deal Broadway Original Cast
Based on the film Big Deal on Madonna Street by Mario Monicelli Full synopsis
Original
Original Cast
Second Narrator (u/s)
1st Narrator
First Narrator
Wayne Cilento, renowned for his Tony-nominated performance in "Big Deal," boasts an illustrious career with accolades including a Tony Award for "The Who's Tommy" and a Tony nomination for his original role as Mike in "A Chorus Line." more...
(Standby)
Phoebe
Willie (u/s)
2nd Narrator
Second Narrator
Bruce Anthony Davis was a part of the cast of "Big Deal," showcasing his talent in this past production. more...
Charley
Cleavant Derricks, known for his Tony-nominated performance in Bob Fosse’s Big Deal, has an impressive Broadway career that includes award-winning roles in Dreamgirls and The Full Monty, as well as notable appearances in film and television series like "Sliders" and "Thea." more...
Lilly
Loretta Devine, renowned for her role as Lorrell Robinson in the original 1981 Broadway production of Dreamgirls, has had a distinguished career across stage and screen, earning accolades such as a Primetime Emmy Award for her work on Grey's Anatomy. more...
Kokomo (u/s)
Pearl (u/s)
Cady Huffman, who was swiftly cast in Bob Fosse's Big Deal after making her Broadway debut in La Cage aux Folles, went on to earn a Tony Award nomination for The Will Rogers Follies and later won a Tony for her role in The Producers. more...
Mel Johnson, Jr., who graced the Broadway stage in "Big Deal," has an impressive theatrical resume that includes performances in iconic shows like "The Lion King" and "Jekyll and Hyde," as well as a diverse array of roles in off-Broadway productions and national tours. more...
(Standby)
Little Willie (film sequence)
Judge and Bandleader
Judge/Bandleader
Phoebe (u/s)
Slick
Larry Marshall, known for his acclaimed portrayal of Sportin' Life in Porgy and Bess, brought his extensive Broadway experience to Big Deal, adding to his impressive career that includes nominations for Helen Hayes and Jeff Awards for his role as Monroe in Pullman Porter Blues. more...
First Narrator (u/s)
Frank Mastrocola, known for his dynamic performances as the Rum Tum Tugger in the original Broadway production of Cats, also showcased his talents in Starlight Express, and now shares his expertise as a performing arts teacher in New Jersey. more...
Millie (film sequence)
The Clerk (film sequence)
Valarie Pettiford, known for her dynamic performances and a Tony-nominated role in the Broadway production Fosse from 1998 to 1999, captivated audiences with her "coolly elegant vocal rendition" and "sultry, powerful" dance, as noted by Variety, before taking on the role of Velma Kelly in Chicago's West End alongside Chita Rivera. more...
Stephanie Pope Lofgren, a versatile performer with an impressive array of Broadway credits, was selected by the iconic Bob Fosse for her debut in the revival of *Sweet Charity* and his production of *Big Deal*, showcasing her exceptional talent and establishing her as a notable figure in musical theater. more...
Judge and Bandleader
Announcer
Charley
Slick
Willie
See awards and nominations on the Big Deal page
Production Team
Ralph Burns Orchestrator
Jules Fisher Lighting Designer
Bob Fosse Choreographer
Director/Choreographer
Director
Romaine Greene Hair Designer
Abe Jacob Sound Designer
Peter Larkin Scenic Designer
Patricia Zipprodt Costume Designer
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