description Ain't Misbehavin' Overview
“Ain’t Misbehavin’” is a musical revue showcasing the extensive song catalog of jazz pianist Fats Waller. The production, originating on Broadway in 1978, features music and lyrics by Waller himself alongside collaborators like Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart. It's notable for its celebration of Waller’s distinctive style and its appeal to fans of classic American jazz and musical theatre. The show is primarily enjoyed by audiences interested in Fats Waller’s legacy and those seeking an evening devoted to 1920s and 30s-era popular music.
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Ain't Misbehavin' ranks #8 of 283 in the Revue ranking, behind Cirque du Soleil: Mystère, ahead of Oh What a Lovely War (1963).
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Is Ain't Misbehavin' a musical with a continuous plot?
No, it is a revue built around Fats Waller songs rather than a conventional story with named dramatic characters. The staging evokes Harlem nightlife and the Black musical culture of the 1920s and 1930s.
Which Fats Waller songs appear in Ain't Misbehavin'?
The score includes Ain't Misbehavin', Honeysuckle Rose, The Joint Is Jumpin', and Handful of Keys. It also features Black and Blue, a more serious song associated with racial discrimination.
Who was in the original Broadway cast?
The five original Broadway performers were Nell Carter, André De Shields, Armelia McQueen, Ken Page, and Charlayne Woodard. Richard Maltby Jr. directed the production, with arrangements and orchestrations by Luther Henderson.
What did Ain't Misbehavin' win at the Tony Awards?
The revue won the 1978 Tony Award for Best Musical. Nell Carter also won Best Actress in a Musical, and Richard Maltby Jr. received the directing award.
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