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On Stage!

Choreography by Michael Kidd
Music by Norman Dello Joio
Libretto by Michael Kidd and Mary Kidd
Scenery by Oliver Smith
Costumes by Alvin Colt

World Premiere

October 4, 1945
Boston Opera House
Boston, Massachusetts

Cast:
Michael Kidd (Handyman)
Nora Kaye (Ballerina)
John Kriza (Her Partner)
John Taras (Ballet Master)
Janet Reed (Girl in Pink)
Shirley Eckl (Girl in Blue)
Roy Tobias (Piano Player)