1980 U.S. Production of "42nd Street"

Information about the 1980 U.S. production of the live stage musical entitled "42nd Street". See also other Tap Dancing Musicals.

Facts About "42nd Street" The Musical
BASED ON: 1932 novel by Bradford Ropes and 1933 film screenplay
SETTING: Pennsylvania and New York City in 1933
MUSIC: Harry Warren
MUSIC: Harry Warren
LYRICS: Al Dubin
WRITERS: Mark Bramble and Michael Stewaart
OPENING DAY: August 25, 1980
OPENING DAY VENUE: Winter Garden Theatre
CLOSING DAY: January 8, 1989 (after nearly 3,500 performances)

Venues for the 1980-1989 Production
August 1980 - March 1981: Winter Garden Theatre (New York)
March 1981 - April 1987: Majestic Theatre (New York)
April 1987 - January 1989: St. James Theatre (New York)

1980 Production Recognition
Tony Award: Best Musical
Tony Award: Best Revival
Olivier Award: Best Musical
Evening Standard: Best Musical
Drama Desk: Outstanding Revival