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Jerry's Girls is a musical revue that celebrates the songwriting catalog of composer Jerry Herman. It premiered on Broadway in 1985, directed by Arthur Laurents, and featured a cast of prominent female performers including Dorothy Loudon, Chita Rivera, and Leslie Uggams. The production compiles songs from Herman's most famous Broadway musicals, such as Hello, Dolly! and La Cage aux Folles, adapting them for all-female vocal arrangements.
It was created to showcase his specific contributions to the American musical theater.
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What is Jerry's Girls about?
Jerry's Girls is a musical revue built from the songs of composer and lyricist Jerry Herman. Its material comes from shows including Hello, Dolly!, Mame, Mack and Mabel, and La Cage aux Folles.
When did Jerry's Girls open on Broadway?
The Broadway production opened at the St. James Theatre on December 18, 1985. It ran for 141 performances and closed on April 20, 1986.
Who starred in the original Broadway cast of Jerry's Girls?
The Broadway cast included Dorothy Loudon, Chita Rivera, and Leslie Uggams. Earlier versions had featured performers such as Carol Channing and Andrea McArdle.
Was Jerry's Girls a traditional book musical?
No, it was a revue that linked songs and performance pieces rather than telling one continuous fictional story. The Broadway production was directed by Larry Alford and choreographed by Wayne Cilento.
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