Based on the novel Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain
The production is based on the 2003 Broadway staging by the Roundabout Theatre Company and the American Deaf West Theatre. Huckleberry Finn narrates the story of Huck, a young man who takes a long journey to accompany an escaped slave named Jim more...
Original Cast
René Auberjonois, known for his diverse career in theater, film, and television, was part of the original Broadway cast of Big River, showcasing his versatile talent on stage more...
Patti Cohenour, who portrayed Mary Jane in Big River, has had an illustrious career on Broadway, with notable roles including Christine in Phantom and Signora Naccarelli in LCT's Light in the Piazza, and has been recognized with nominations and awards such as the Tony and Drama Desk. more...
Alice
Simon
Susan Wilkes
Bill
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Alice's Daughter
Awards and Nominations
Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Actor in a Musical | Ron Richardson |
| 1985 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Actor in a Musical | Daniel H. Jenkins |
| 1985 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical | Rene Auberjonois |
| 1985 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical | John Goodman |
| 1985 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical | Bob Gunton |
| 1985 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical | John Short |
| 1985 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical | Patti Cohenour |
| 1985 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical | Ron Richardson |
| 1985 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical | Rene Auberjonois |
| 1985 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical | Daniel H. Jenkins |
Production Team
Ann Belsky Make-Up Designer
Angela Gari Hair Designer
Heidi Landesman Scenic Designer
Steven Margoshes Orchestrator
Patricia McGourty Costume Designer
Otts Munderloh Sound Designer
Richard Riddell Lighting Designer
Danny Troob Orchestrator
Linda Twine Musical Director
Janet Watson Choreographer
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