Based on the novel by Budd Schulberg
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Graciela Daniele, a distinguished director and choreographer with 10 Tony Award nominations, brought her exceptional talents to "What Makes Sammy Run?" more...
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Marco Gomez, an award-winning director and seasoned Broadway producer, has an impressive history with productions such as "An Act of God" and "Matilda," and was involved in "What Makes Sammy Run?" more...
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Sally Ann Howes, renowned for her iconic role as Truly Scrumptious in the 1968 musical film Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and her Tony-nominated performance in Brigadoon on Broadway, brought her exceptional talent to the cast of What Makes Sammy Run? more...
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Grant Lashley, who honed his skills at Imperial Studios in Palm Beach, notably understudied Tracy Clark and was the second understudy to Steve Lawrence in "What Makes Sammy Run?" on Broadway. more...
Steve Lawrence, renowned for his dynamic duo performances with his wife Eydie Gormé, also made a notable appearance in "What Makes Sammy Run?" more...
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Awards and Nominations
1964 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Steve Lawrence was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Abe Burrows Director
Director
Lehman Engel Musical Director
Helen Pond Lighting Designer
Scenic Designer
Herbert Senn Lighting Designer
Scenic Designer
Noel Taylor Costume Designer
Don Walker Orchestrator
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