Crazy for You

Overview

Crazy for You is a romantic comedy musical with a book by Ken Ludwig, lyrics by Ira Gershwin, and music by George Gershwin. Billed as "The New Gershwin Musical Comedy", it is largely based on the songwriting team's 1930 musical Girl Crazy, but incorporates songs from several other productions as well. Crazy For You won the 1992 Tony Award (Broadway), 1993 Olivier Award (London), and 1994 Dora Award (Toronto) for Best Musical. Originally aired on the PBS series "Great Performances" (season 28, episode 2).

Cast

Jim Walton

Bobby Child

Stacey Logan

Polly Baker

Bruce Adler

Bela Zangler

Jeb Brown

Lank Hawkins

N/A

Sandy Edgerton

Irene Roth

Larry Linville

Everett Baker

Jane Connell

Mother

Mylinda Hull

Tess

Geoffrey Wade

Eugene

Amelia White

Patricia

N/A

Lori Alexander

Sheila / Ensemble

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Jennifer Clippinger

Vera / Ensemble