Green Grow the Lilacs. Play by Lynn Riggs.
On a farm in frontier Oklahoma, Laurey and Curley are obviously in love but conceal their feelings from each other by fighting. At a box social, their feelings become more complicated as another expresses interest in Laurey.
John Baum, who originally joined the cast of Oklahoma! back when it was still titled "Away We Go," served as a naval pilot during the war before returning to the production until its conclusion. more...
Celeste Holm, who originated the role of Ado Annie in the original Broadway production of Oklahoma!, had an illustrious career with 27 Broadway appearances, including her debut in 1938's Gloriana and her final stage role in 1991's I Hate Hamlet. more...
Bambi Linn, who made her Broadway debut at just 17 in the original 1943 production of Oklahoma!, is the last surviving cast member from the show's opening night. more...
Joan Roberts, who was cast as Laurey in the original 1943 Broadway production of Oklahoma!, was one of the last surviving members of the opening night cast and the only one who played a principal role at the time of her death. more...
Production Team
Lemuel Ayers Scenic Designer
Russell Bennett Orchestrator
Rouben Mamoulian Director
Agnes De Mille Choreographer
Jacob Schwartzdorf Musical Director
Miles White Costume Designer
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