Shows · The Act
The Act
Opened 1977
233 performances
Musical, Revolution
Michelle Craig, a former movie star, attempts a comeback as a Las Vegas nightclub performer while battling personal demons. Through her act, she relives the story of her rise to fame, her troubled marriage to a domineering husband, and her struggle with self-doubt. Michelle must find the strength to stand on her own.
- Music
- John Kander
- Lyrics
- Fred Ebb
- Book
- George Furth
Productions1 on Broadway
Recordings 2 recordings
Licensing 1 entry
| US | Concord Theatricals Concord Theatricals | available |
The Act is a musical with a book by George Furth, lyrics by Fred Ebb, and music by John Kander. It was written to showcase the talents of Kander and Ebb favorite Liza Minnelli, who portrayed Michelle Craig, a fading film star attempting a comeback as a Las Vegas singer. The musical premiered on Broadway in 1977.
Liza Minnelli in “The Act” (a 1977 premiere) received a Tony as best musical actress.
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