Big River Broadway Original Cast
Based on the novel Huckleberry Finn by Mark TwainThe 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 on his quest for freedom. Full synopsis
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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...
Michael Brian Dunn, who has graced the Broadway stage in numerous productions, was part of the cast of Big River, showcasing his versatile talent in this celebrated musical adaptation of Mark Twain's classic novel. more...
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Susan Wilkes
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Alice's Daughter
Jennifer Leigh Warren is a critically acclaimed singer and actress, celebrated for her show-stopping performance as "Alice's Daughter" in the Broadway production of Big River, where she sang a song written specifically for her by Roger Miller. more...
William Youmans, who was part of the original Broadway cast of Big River, has an impressive theater resume that includes originating the role of Doctor Dillamond in Wicked and performing in productions such as Billy Elliot and Titanic. more...
See awards and nominations on the Big River page
Other productions of Big River
- 1986 US Tour — 1st National Tour · Cast
- 1987 US Tour — 2nd National Tour · Cast
- 1997 Milburn, NJ (Regional) — Paper Mill Production · Cast
- 2003 Broadway — Roundabout Revival · Cast
- 2004 US Tour — National Tour · Cast
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