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George Abbott Bookwriter
George Abbott was a renowned American theater director, producer, playwright, and actor who is known for his significant contributions to the American theater. Born on June 25, 1887, in Forestville, New York, Abbott began his career in the theater as an actor, but eventually became a successful producer and director. Abbott's Broadway career spanned over seven decades, during which he produced and directed more than 100 Broadway productions, wrote over 30 plays and musicals, and acted in several productions. He made his Broadway debut as an actor in 1913 in The Misleading Lady and later went on to produce and direct ... read more
Jerry Bock Composer
Jerry Bock was an American composer best known for his work in musical theater. Born in New Haven, Connecticut on November 23, 1928, Bock showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at a young age. He studied music at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and later at the Manhattan School of Music. Bock's first success in musical theater came in 1955 with the production of "Catch a Star," which he wrote with lyricist Larry Holofcener. However, it was his collaboration with lyricist Sheldon Harnick that would bring him his greatest success. The two first worked together on the ... read more
Sheldon Harnick Lyricist
Sheldon Harnick is a legendary lyricist and composer who has made an indelible mark on Broadway. Born in Chicago in 1924, Harnick began writing songs at a young age, and went on to attend the Northwestern University School of Music. After serving in World War II, he moved to New York City to pursue a career in musical theater. Harnick's first Broadway credit came in 1955, when he wrote the lyrics for the musical "The Body Beautiful." However, it was his collaboration with composer Jerry Bock that would prove to be his most successful partnership. The duo first worked together on ... read more
Jerome Weidman Bookwriter
William and Jean Eckart Scenic Designer
Lighting Designer
Costume Designer
George Abbott Director
George Abbott was a renowned American theater director, producer, playwright, and actor who is known for his significant contributions to the American theater. Born on June 25, 1887, in Forestville, New York, Abbott began his career in the theater as an actor, but eventually became a successful producer and director. Abbott's Broadway career spanned over seven decades, during which he produced and directed more than 100 Broadway productions, wrote over 30 plays and musicals, and acted in several productions. He made his Broadway debut as an actor in 1913 in The Misleading Lady and later went on to produce and direct ... read more
Judith Abbott Casting
Ingram Ash Advertising
Alfred Barris Wig Designer
Mary Bryant Assistant Press Representative
Patton Campbell Assistant to the Designers (Costumes)
Jean Eckart Settings/Costume/Lighting
William Eckart Settings/Costumes/Lighting
Jack Elliott Dance Music Arranger
Carl Fisher General Manager
Mike Forman Assistant Musical Director
Assistant Conductor
Fay Gage Poster Designer
Peter Gennaro Choreographer
Lewis Harmon Press Representative
Peter Harvey Assistant to the Designers (Scenery)
Hal Hastings Musical Director
Sol Jacobson Press Representative
Howard Jeffrey Assistant to the Choreographer
Irwin Kostal Orchestrator
Ronald De Mann Hair Designer
Ruth Mitchell Production Stage Manager
Ruth Mitchell is a renowned American actress and singer who has made a name for herself in the entertainment industry. Born in New York City, Mitchell grew up with a love for the arts and started performing in community theater at a young age. She went on to study theater at New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, where she honed her craft and developed her unique style. Mitchell made her Broadway debut in 1995 in the hit musical "Rent." She played the role of Mimi Marquez, a struggling young artist who falls in love with the character Roger. Mitchell's ... read more
The Shubert Organization Theatre Owner / Operator
The Shubert Organization is America's oldest professional theatre company and the largest theatre owner on the Broadway. Since the dawn of the 20th Century, Shubert has operated hundreds of theatres and produced hundreds of plays and musicals both in New York City and throughout the United States. Shubert currently owns and operates seventeen Broadway theatres and six off-Broadway venues. ... read more
Paul J. Phillips Assistant Stage Manager
Mathilde Pincus Copyist Supervisor
Harold S. Prince Producer
Jack Toohey Press Representative
Bert Wood Stage Manager

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Awards and Nominations

1960 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards
Best Musical: Jerry Bock won.
Best Musical: Sheldon Harnick won.
Best Musical: George Abbott won.
Best Musical: Jerome Weidman won.

1960 The Pulitzer Prize
The Pulitzer Prize for Drama: Jerome Weidman won.
The Pulitzer Prize for Drama: George Abbott won.

1960 Tony Awards
Best Choreography: Peter Gennaro was nominated but did not win.
Best Conductor and Musical Director: Hal Hastings was nominated but did not win.
Best Direction of a Musical: George Abbott won.
Best Musical: Jerome Weidman won.
Best Scenic Design of a Musical: William and Jean Eckart was nominated but did not win.

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