Lisa Gajda receives the Gypsy Robe

Lisa Gajda, currently performing in the critically acclaimed FINIAN’S RAINBOW, is the newest recipient of Equity's famous "Gypsy Robe." The colorful icon was presented to the chorus member at a special ceremony at the St. James Theatre in NYC on Thursday, October 29, 2009, recreating an historic, theatrical ritual that began on Broadway almost 60 years ago.

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MEMPHIS' John Jellison receives the Gypsy Robe

The cast of the Broadway Production of MEMPHIS arrived on stage at the Shubert Theater 2 hours before show time for the Gypsy Robe Ceremony, Monday, October 19, 2009.

This Opening Night tradition began with Business Rep David Westphal entering the circle made up of the cast, crew, production team, staff members...

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BYE BYE BIRDIE Gypsy Robe Goes To Paula Leggett Chase

It was "Hello, Gypsy Robe!" when the cast of BYE BYE BIRDIE gathered on the stage of the Roundabout's Henry Miller Theater for an opening night tradition that honors a member of the chorus who has the most Broadway chorus credits. On Thursday, October 15, 2009, Paula Leggett Chase became the first chorus member of the 2009-2010 Broadway Season to receive the coveted Gypsy Robe!

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AEA's Gypsy Robe Goes to Paul Castree in 9 TO 5

Paul Castree is the newest recipient of Equity's iconic Gypsy Robe for 9 TO 5 at the Marquis Theatre.

Recreating a time-honored tradition that began more than 50 years ago, Equity's Gypsy Robe was presented to Paul on opening night, Thursday, April 30, 2009. Colorfully decorated with appliqués from other Broadway musicals, the Gypsy Robe is given to the chorus member with the most Broadway musical chorus credits. Paul has appeared on Broadway in YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, HIGH FIDELITY, ALL SHOOK UP, MOVIN' OUT, SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER, FOOTLOOSE, THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL and GREASE.

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AEA's Gypsy Robe Goes to Andre Ward in ROCK OF AGES

Andre Ward is the latest recipient of Equity's coveted Gypsy Robe for ROCK OF AGES.

Recreating a time-honored tradition that began more than 50 years ago, Equity's Gypsy Robe was presented to Mr. Ward on opening night at Brooks Atkinson Theatre. Colorfully decorated with appliqués from other Broadway musicals, the Gypsy Robe is given to the chorus member with the most Broadway musical chorus credits. Andre has previously appeared on Broadway in XANADU, SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER, and THE PRODUCERS.

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What A Piece of Work Is…The Gypsy Robe! AEA's Gypsy Robe Goes to Tommar Wilson in HAIR

Tommar Wilson is the latest recipient of Equity's coveted Gypsy Robe for HAIR.

Recreating a time-honored tradition that began more than 50 years ago, Equity's Gypsy Robe was presented to Mr. Wilson on opening night at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre. Colorfully decorated with appliqués from other Broadway musicals, the Gypsy Robe is given to the chorus member with the most Broadway musical chorus credits. Tommar has previously appeared on Broadway in LESTAT, NEVER GONNA DANCE, HAIRSPRAY, THE ADVENTURES OF TOM SAWYER, and THE MUSIC MAN.

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AEA's Gypsy Robe Goes to West Side Story Chorus Member Manuel Herrera!

"Tonight, tonight won't be just any night," and it surely wasn't. Manuel Herrera was presented Actors' Equity Association's coveted Gypsy Robe prior to the opening night of the long awaited revival of WEST SIDE STORY, Thursday March 19th, 2009 backstage at the Palace Theatre.

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Lorin Latarro Garners Gypsy Robe In GUYS AND DOLLS

Lorin Latarro is the latest recipient of Equity's coveted Gypsy Robe for GUYS AND DOLLS.

Recreating a time-honored tradition that began more than 50 years ago, the Robe was presented to Ms. Latarro on opening night at the Nederlander Theatre on Sunday, March 1, 2009. The Robe was presented to her by SHREK robe recipient Jennifer Cody.

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Jennifer Cody Garners Gypsy Robe in SHREK THE MUSICAL

Jennifer Cody is the latest recipient of Equity's coveted Gypsy Robe for SHREK THE MUSICAL.

Recreating a time-honored tradition that began more than 50 years ago, the Robe was presented to Ms. Cody - known for her wry comments as URINETOWN'S Little Sally at numerous BC/EFA events - on opening night at the Broadway Theatre. The Robe was presented to her by PAL JOEY robe recipient Eric Sciotto.

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Eric Sciotto Garners Gypsy Robe In PAL JOEY

Recreating a time-honored tradition that began more than 50 years ago, Equity's coveted Gypsy Robe was presented to chorus member Eric Sciotto at the opening night of the Roundabout Theatre Company's PAL JOEY on Thursday, December 11, 2008 at Studio 54.

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I've Got A Gypsy Robe To Keep Me Warm! Ritchie Mastascusa Garners Gypsy Robe In Irving Berlin's White Christmas

Recreating a time-honored tradition that began more than 50 years ago, Equity's coveted Gypsy Robe was presented to chorus member Ritchie Mastascusa at the opening night of Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS on Sunday November 24, 2008 at the Marquis Theatre.

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Bully for Billy! AEA's Gypsy Robe Goes to BILLY ELLIOT, THE MUSICAL chorus member Greg Graham!

Greg Graham was presented Actors' Equity Association's coveted Gypsy Robe prior to the opening night of the critically acclaimed BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL, Thursday November 13th, 2008 backstage at the Imperial Theatre.

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Eamon Foley Wins Coveted Gypsy Robe for "13"

Eamon Foley is the latest recipient of Equity's colorful Gypsy Robe, for "13," the new Broadway musical directed by Jeremy Sams and choreographed by Christopher Gattelli.

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It was the best of times for A TALE OF TWO CITIES Gypsy Robe recipient Devin Richards

Equity's coveted Gypsy Robe was presented to A TALE OF TWO CITIES chorus member Devin Richards. CRY BABY THE MUSICAL chorus member Lisa Gajda passed the robe on Thursday, September 18, 2008 onstage at the Al Hirschfeld Theater.

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It's a Gypsy "Jukebox Jamboree" as Lisa Gajda Garners Gypsy Robe In CRY-BABY, THE MUSICAL

Recreating a time-honored tradition that began more than 50 years ago, Equity's coveted Gypsy Robe was presented to chorus member Lisa Gajda at the opening night of CRY-BABY, THE MUSICAL, on Thursday April 24, 2008 at the Marquis Theatre.

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There Is Nothin' Like A ROBE…The Gypsy Robe, That Is!

Laura Griffith Garners AEAs Gypsy Robe for SOUTH PACIFIC

Recreating a time-honored tradition that began more than 50 years ago, Equity's coveted Gypsy Robe was presented to chorus member Laura Griffith at the opening night of SOUTH PACIFIC on Thursday April 3rd at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre at Lincoln Center.

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Everything's Coming Up Robes: Steve Konopelski Wins Coveted Gypsy Robe in GYPSY Opening Night Tradition Honors Chorus

Curtain up, light the lights! Carrying on a tradition that began more than 50 years ago, Equity's coveted Gypsy Robe was presented to GYPSY Chorus member Steve Konopelski in an exuberant onstage ceremony at the St. James Theatre on West 44th on March 27, 2008, the show's opening night on Broadway.

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Michael Balderrama Reaches THE HEIGHTS

The excitement backstage at the Richard Rodgers Theater Sunday was palpable. It was March 10th, the opening night of IN THE HEIGHTS and the cast was gathering onstage for the GYPSY ROBE ceremony. As the opening had drawn closer, the buzz about who would get the robe had been swirling among the cast for days. The Gypsy Robe is a long-standing tradition among the Equity chorus in the Broadway community. At each opening of a chorus musical, the robe is presented to the chorus member who has the most chorus Broadway credits. Receiving the robe is an honor and a symbol of accomplishment and the cast waited eagerly to hear whose name would be called.

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Adrian Bailey Is the Robe Recipient for LITTLE MERMAID

Adrian Bailey, a chorus member in THE LITTLE MERMAID, is the latest recipient of Equity's legendary Gypsy Robe. The colorful garment was presented to Adrian backstage at the Lunt Fontanne Theatre on opening night (January 10, 2008) recreating the time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. Adrian previously received the Robe for JELLY'S LAST JAM and LEGS DIAMOND.

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William Ryall Gets The GRINCH ! …Gypsy Robe, That Is

William Ryall, a chorus member in DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! is the latest recipient of Equity's legendary Gypsy Robe. The colorful garment was presented to William backstage at the St. James Theatre on opening night (Friday, November 9, 2007), recreating the time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

Amy Heggins Garners Gypsy Robe in YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN

Amy Heggins is the newest recipient of Equity's Gypsy Robe for the Broadway blockbuster YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN. The colorful garment was presented to Ms. Heggins on Opening Night (Thursday, November 8, 2007) at the Hilton Theatre. more...

Amber Stone…You're the One that the Gypsy Robe Wants!

Amber Stone is the newest recipient of Equity's Gypsy Robe for the revival of GREASE. The vibrant garment was presented to Ms. Stone on opening night (Sunday, August 19, 2007) at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre, recreating a time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

It's Magic! Curtis Holbrook Receives Gypsy Robe in XANADU

Curtis Holbrook is the newest recipient of Equity's Gypsy Robe, kicking off the 2007-2008 musical season on Broadway. The colorful garment was presented to Mr. Holbrook on opening night (Tuesday, July 17, 2007) at the Helen Hayes Theatre, recreating a time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

110 IN THE SHADE Gypsy Robe Awarded to Devin Richards

Devin Richards is the last recipient of Equity's Gypsy Robe for this season, for 110 IN THE SHADE, the Broadway revival directed by Lonny Price and with music by Harvey Schmidt. The vibrant garment was presented by Devin Richards on opening night (Wednesday, May 9, 2007) at Studio 54, recreating a time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

Graham Rowat Snags the Gypsy Robe for LOVEMUSIK!

Graham Rowat is the newest recipient of Equity's Gypsy Robe for the 2007 Season, for the new Broadway musical LOVEMUSIK by Alfred Uhry with music by Kurt Weill, based on the lives of Kurt Weill and Lotte Lenya suggested by their letters. The vibrant garment was presented to Graham on opening night (Thursday, May 3, 2007) at the Biltmore Theatre, recreating a time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

LEGALLY BLONDE Gypsy Robe Awarded To Michelle Kittrell

Michelle Kittrell is the latest recipient of Equity's colorful Gypsy Robe, for LEGALLY BLONDE, the new Broadway musical directed and choreographed by Jerry Mitchell. The colorful garment was presented to Michelle on opening night (Sunday, April 29, 2007) at the Palace Theatre, recreating a time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

THE PIRATE QUEEN Gypsy Robe Goes To Brian O'Brien

Brian O'Brien is the latest recipient of Equity's colorful Gypsy Robe, for THE PIRATE QUEEN, the new Alain Boublil - Claude-Michel Schonberg musical at the Hilton Theatre. The colorful garment was presented to Brian on opening night (Thursday, April 5, 2007, recreating the time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

CURTAINS Gypsy Robe Goes To David Eggers

David Eggers is the newest recipient of Equity's colorful Gypsy Robe, for CURTAINS, the new Kander & Ebb musical at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre. The legendary garment was presented to Mr. Eggers on opening night (Thursday, March 22), recreating the time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

Dennis Stowe Dons Colorful Gypsy Robe in THE APPLE TREE

Dennis Stowe is the newest recipient of Equity's colorful Gypsy Robe, for THE APPLE TREE. The legendary garment was presented to Mr. Stowe backstage at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre on the opening night (Thursday, December 14, 2006), recreating the time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

Krysta Rodriguez Dons Colorful Gypsy Robe in SPRING AWAKENING

Krysta Rodriguez is the newest recipient of Equity's colorful Gypsy Robe, for SPRING AWAKENING. The legendary garment was presented to Ms. Rodriguez backstage at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre on the opening night (Sunday, December 10, 2006), recreating the time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

Paul Castree Receives Legendary Gypsy Robe in HIGH FIDELITY

Paul Castree is the newest recipient of Equity's legendary Gypsy Robe, for HIGH FIDELITY. The colorful garment was presented to Mr. Castree backstage at the Imperial Theatre on the opening night of HIGH FIDELITY (Thursday, December 7, 2006) recreating the time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

Rommy Sandhu Receives Legendary Gypsy Robe in MARY POPPINS

Rommy Sandhu is the latest recipient of Equity's legendary Gypsy Robe. The colorful garment was presented to Mr. Sandhu backstage at the New Amsterdam Theatre on the opening night of MARY POPPINS (Thursday, November 16, 2006) recreating the time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

Nikki Renée Daniels Receives Legendary Gypsy Robe in LES MISERABLES

Nikki Renée Daniels is the newest recipient of Equity's legendary Gypsy Robe. The colorful garment was presented to Ms. Daniels backstage at the Broadhurst Theatre on opening night (Thursday, November 9, 2006) recreating the time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

William RyallReceives Gypsy Robe for DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS!

William Ryall, a chorus member in DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! is the latest recipient of Equity's legendary Gypsy Robe. The colorful garment was presented to William backstage at the Hilton Theatre on opening night (Wednesday, November 8, 2006) recreating the time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

Lisa Gajda Receives Gypsy Robe for TIMES THEY ARE A-CHANGIN'

And the second Gypsy Robe of the new season goes to…...drum roll please…Lisa Gajda! The Gypsy Robe was presented to Ms. Gajda in an opening night (Thursday, October 26, 2006) onstage ceremony at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre just prior to the curtain of THE TIMES THEY ARE A-CHANGIN'. Lorin Latarro, recipient of the first Gypsy Robe of the season for A CHORUS LINE, made the presentation. more...

Lorin Latarro Receives Gypsy Robe for A CHORUS LINE

Lorin Latarro, a chorus member in A CHORUS LINE, is the newest recipient winner of Equity's legendary Gypsy Robe. The colorful garment was presented to Ms. Latarro during a thrilling ceremony backstage at the Gerald Schoenfeld theatre on opening night (Thursday, October 5, 2006) recreating the time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. A CHORUS LINE is the first of ten Broadway chorus musicals in the 2006-2007 season that will be honored with the Gypsy Robe. more...

Andy Pellick Wins Gypsy Robe for TARZAN

Andy Pellick, a chorus member in TARZAN, is the latest winner of Equity's legendary Gypsy Robe. The colorful garment was presented to Mr. Pellick during a thrilling ceremony backstage at the Richard Rodgers Theatre Marquis Theatre on opening night (Wednesday, May 10, 2006) recreating the time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

Patrick Wetzel Wins Gypsy Robe for THE DROWSY CHAPERONE

Patrick Wetzel, a chorus member in THE DROWSY CHAPERONE, is the latest winner of Equity's legendary Gypsy Robe. The colorful garment was presented to Mr. Wetzel during a thrilling ceremony backstage at the Marquis Theatre on opening night (Monday, May 1, 2006) recreating the time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

Ramon Flowers Garners the Gypsy Robe for HOT FEET!

Ramón Flowers, a chorus member in the HOT FEET, is the newest recipient of Equity's legendary Gypsy Robe. The colorful garment was presented to Mr. Flowers during an exhilarating ceremony backstage at the Hilton Theatre on opening night (Sunday, April 30, 2006) recreating the time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

T. Oliver Reid Receives Gypsy Robe in THE WEDDING SINGER

T. Oliver Reid, a chorus member in THE WEDDING SINGER, is the latest recipient of Equity's legendary Gypsy Robe. The colorful garment was presented to Mr. Reid during an exciting and dramatic ceremony backstage at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre on opening night (Thursday, April 27) recreating a time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

Sarah Solie Garners Equity's Gypsy Robe in LESTAT

Sarah Solie, a Dance Captain and Swing in LESTAT, is the newest chorus member to receive Equity's legendary Gypsy Robe. The colorful garment was presented to Ms. Solie during a backstage ceremony at the Palace Theatre on opening night (Tuesday, April 2006), recreating a time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

Romain Fruge Dons Equity's Legendary Gypsy Robe in THE THREEPENNYOPERA

Romain Fruge, a chorus member in THE THREEPENNY OPERA, is the latest chorus member to garner Equity's legendary Gypsy Robe. The colorful garment was presented to Mr. Fruge during a backstage ceremony at the Roundabout Theatre's Studio 54 on opening nigh (Thursday, April 20, 2006), recreating a time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

Vince Pesce Dons Legendary Gypsy Robe in THE PAJAMA GAME

Vince Pesce, a chorus member in THE PAJAMA GAME, is the newest recipient of Equity’s legendary Gypsy Robe. The colorful garment was presented to Mr. Pesce during an exciting backstage ceremony at the American Airlines Theatre on opening night (Thursday, February 23) recreating a time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

Alex Sanchez Dons Legendary Gypsy Robe in CHITA RIVERA: THE DANCER’S LIFE

Alex Sanchez, a cast member in CHITA RIVERA: THE DANCER’S LIFE, is the newest recipient of Equity’s legendary Gypsy Robe. The colorful garment was presented to Mr. Sanchez during an exciting backstage ceremony at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre on opening night (Sunday, December 11) recreating a time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

JC Montgomery Garners Legendary Gypsy Robe in THE COLOR PURPLE

JC Montgomery, a chorus member in THE COLOR PURPLE, is the latest chorus member to garner Equity’s legendary Gypsy Robe. The colorful garment was presented to Mr. Montgomery during a backstage ceremony at the Broadway Theatre on the opening night of THE COLOR PURPLE (Thursday, December 1, 2005) recreating a time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

Elena Shaddow Dons Gypsy Robe in THE WOMAN IN WHITE

Elena Shaddow, a chorus member in THE WOMAN IN WHITE, is the newest chorus member to garner Equity’s legendary Gypsy Robe. The colorful garment was presented to Ms. Shaddow during a backstage ceremony at the Marquis Theatre on opening night (Thursday, November 17, 2005) recreating a time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

Sara Schmidt Garners Equity’s Gypsy Robe in JERSEY BOYS

Sara Schmidt, a chorus member in JERSEY BOYS, is the newest chorus member to garner Equity’s legendary Gypsy Robe. The colorful garment was presented to Ms. Schmidt during a backstage ceremony at the August Wilson Theatre on the opening night of JERSEY GIRLS (November 6, 2005), more...

Equity’s Gypsy Robe Goes To Brynn Williams for IN MY LIFE

Youngest Performer Ever To Receive Chorus Icon!

Brynn Williams, a young chorus member in the Broadway musical IN MY LIFE, is the newest recipient of Equity’s famous Gypsy Robe. The colorful garment was presented to Miss Williams by SWEET CHARITY’S Dylis Croman during a backstage ceremony at the Music Box Theatre on opening night (October 20, 2005), recreating a time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

SWEET CHARITY Gypsy Robe Goes To Dylis Croman

Colorful Actors’ Equity Icon Symbolizes Chorus

Dylis Croman, a chorus member SWEET CHARITY, is the newest recipient of Equity’s famous Gypsy Robe. The colorful icon was presented to Dylis during a backstage ceremony at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre on opening night (May 4, 2005), recreating a time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG Gypsy Robe Goes To Alex Sanchez

Colorful Actors’ Equity Icon Symbolizes Chorus

Alex Sanchez, a chorus member in “Ian Fleming’s CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG” is the newest recipient of Equity’s famous Gypsy Robe. The colorful robe was presented to Mr. Sanchez during a backstage ceremony at the Hilton Theatre, on opening night (April 28th), recreating a time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

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Laura Griffith Dons Gypsy Robe In THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA

Laura Griffith, a chorus member in the Lincoln Center Theatre’s production of THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA is the newest recipient of Equity’s famous Gypsy Robe. The colorful robe was presented to Ms. Griffith during a backstage ceremony at the Vivian Beaumont theatre on opening night (April 18, 2005), recreating a time-honored tradition that began over 50 years ago. more...

Michelle Kittrell Dons Gypsy Robe for ALL SHOOK UP

Things shook up backstage at the Palace Theatre when the Gypsy Robe was presented to ALL SHOOK UP chorus member Michelle Kittrell. The time honored ceremony, which began on Broadway over 50 years ago, was held before the opening night performance on March 24, 2005. more...

Emily Hsu Receives Gypsy Robe for SPAMALOT

Emily Hsu is the latest recipient of Equity's famous "Gypsy Robe,” in SPAMALOT at the Shubert Theatre on Broadway. The colorful robe was presented to the Chorus member at a special backstage ceremony on opening night, March 17, 2005, recreating an historic, theatrical ritual that began on Broadway over 50 years ago. more...

Roxane Barlow Dons Legendary Gypsy Robe in DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS

Roxane Barlow is the latest recipient of Equity's famous "Gypsy Robe,” in DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS at the Imperial Theatre on Broadway. The colorful robe was presented to the Chorus member at a special backstage ceremony on March 3, 2005, recreating an historic, theatrical ritual that began on Broadway over 50 years ago. more...

Melina Govich Dons Legendary Gypsy Robe in GOOD VIBRATIONS

Milena Govich is the latest recipient of Equity's famous "Gypsy Robe," in GOOD VIBRATIONS at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre on Broadway. The colorful robe was presented to the Chorus member at a special backstage ceremony on February 2, 2005, recreating an historic, theatrical ritual that began on Broadway over 50 years ago. more...

Merwin Foard Dons Legendary Gypsy Robe in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES

Merwin Foard is the latest recipient of Equity's famous "Gypsy Robe,” in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at the Marquis Theatre on Broadway. The colorful robe was presented to the Chorus member at a special backstage ceremony on December 9, 2004, recreating an historic, theatrical ritual that began on Broadway over 50 years ago. more...

Darren Lee Receives Legendary Gypsy Robe In PACIFIC OVERTURES

Darren Lee is the latest recipient of Equity's famous "Gypsy Robe” in the Roundabout Theatre’s production of PACIFIC OVERTURES. The colorful robe was presented to the Chorus member at a special backstage ceremony at Studio 54 on December 2, 2004, recreating an historic, theatrical ritual that began on Broadway over 50 years ago. more...

Manoel Felciano Dons Legendary Gypsy Robe In BROOKLYN, THE MUSICAL

Manoel Felciano is the newest recipient of Equity's famous "Gypsy Robe” for Broadway’s newest musical, BROOKLYN, THE MUSICAL. The colorful robe was presented to the Chorus member at a special backstage ceremony at the Plymouth Theatre on October 21, 2004, recreating an historic, theatrical ritual that began on Broadway over 50 years ago. more...

Megan Sikora Garners Legendary Gypsy Robe For DRACULA

Megan Sikora, who is currently appearing in Broadway’s newest musical, DRACULA , is the latest recipient of Equity's famous Gypsy Robe The colorful icon was presented to Ms. Sikora, who is a Dance Captain and Swing in the show, at a special backstage ceremony at the Belasco Theatre on August 19, 2004, recreating an historic, theatrical ritual that began on Broadway over 50 years ago. more...

David Lowenstein Dons Equity’s Famous “Gypsy Robe” In THE FROGS at Lincoln Center

David Lowenstein, who is currently appearing in THE FROGS at Lincoln Center, is the latest recipient of Equity's famous Gypsy Robe The colorful garb was presented to David at a special backstage ceremony at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre on opening night (Thursday, July 22, 2004), recreating an historic, theatrical ritual that began on Broadway over 50 years ago. more...

ROMMY SANDHU Garners Legendary Gypsy Robe In BOMBAY DREAMS

Rommy Sandhu, who is currently appearing in Broadway’s newest musical, BOMBAY DREAMS, is the newest recipient of Equity's famous Gypsy Robe The colorful icon was presented to Rommy, who is a Swing and Fight Captain in the show, at a special backstage ceremony at The Broadway Theatre on Thursday, April 29, 2004, recreating an historic, theatrical ritual that began on Broadway over 50 years ago. more...

MERWIN FOARD Garners Gypsy Robe For ASSASSINS

Merwin Foard, currently performing in ASSASSINS, is the newest recipient of Equity's famous Gypsy Robe The colorful icon was presented to the chorus member at a special backstage ceremony at Roundabout Theatre Studio 54 on Thursday, April 22, 2004 (opening night), recreating an historic, theatrical ritual that began on Broadway over 50 years ago. Mr. Foard has appeared in a number of Broadway shows, including OKLAHOMA! KISS ME, KATE, JEKYLL & HYDE, 1776, LES MISERABLES, and BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. more...

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Tom Titone Dones Equity's Gypsy Robe in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF

Tom Titone, currently performing in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, is the newest recipient of Equity's famous Gypsy Robe The colorful icon was presented to the chorus member at a special backstage ceremony at the Minskoff Theatre on Thursday, February 26, 2004 (opening night), recreating an historic, theatrical ritual that began on Broadway over 50 years ago. Mr. Titone has appeared in a number of Broadway shows, including THE MOST HAPPY FELLA, CAROUSEL, MY FAVORITE YEAR, ONCE UPON A MATTRESS and THE RED SHOES. more...

Equity's Gypsy Robe Goes to Gina Ferrall in BIG RIVER - THE ADVENTURES OF HUCKLEBERRY FINN

GINA FERRALL is the first recipient of Actors' Equity's famous Gypsy Robe for the 2003-2004 season. The colorful icon was presented on the opening night (Thursday, July 24, 2003) of BIG RIVER - THE ADVENTURES OF HUCKLEBERRY FINN, recreating an historic, theatrical ritual that began on Broadway over 50 years ago. Ms. Ferrall has appeared on Broadway in JANE EYRE, THE SOUND OF MUSIC, A FUNNY THING HAPPENED…and LES MISERABLES, among many other credits. more...

Equity's Gypsy Robe goes to THE LOOK OF LOVE

Eric Jordan Young is the last recipient of Equity's famous Gypsy Robe for the 2002-2003 season. The colorful icon was presented at a special backstage ceremony at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre on opening night, recreating an historic, theatrical ritual that began on Broadway over 50 years ago. Mr. Young has appeared on Broadway in CHICAGO, SEUSSICAL, and RAGTIME. more...

Equity's Gypsy Robe goes to GYPSY!

Gina Lamparella is the newest recipient of Equity's famous Gypsy Robe Ms. Lamparella has appeared in a number of Broadway musicals including JANE EYRE THE MUSICAL, LES MISERABLES and MISS SAIGON. She also appeared in IMAGINARY FRIENDS earlier this season. more...

Equity's Gypsy Robe goes to NINE

Sara Gettelfinger, currently performing in NINE, is the newest recipient of Equity's famous Gypsy Robe The colorful icon was presented to the chorus member at a special backstage ceremony at the Eugene O'Neill theatre on opening night, recreating an historic, theatrical ritual that began on Broadway over 50 years ago. Ms. Gettelfinger has appeared in a number of Broadway shows, including SEUSSICAL, THE BOYS FROM SYRACUSE, the National Tour of FOSSE, and ANYTHING GOES (Lincoln Center). more...

Equity's Gypsy Robe Presented to First Broadway Musical of the 2004 Spring Season

Michelle Kittrell, currently performing in URBAN COWBOY, is the newest recipient of Equity's famous Gypsy Robe The colorful icon was presented to the chorus member at a special backstage ceremony at the Broadhurst Theatre on opening night, recreating a historic, theatrical ritual that began on Broadway over 50 years ago. more...

DANCE OF THE VAMPIRES' Jenny-Lynn Suckling is Sixth Gypsy Robe Winner in the 2002-03 Season

Jenny-Lynn Suckling, an ensemble actress who portrays a blood-thirsty vampire as Marie Antoinette, as well as a fearful, garlic-eating villager in lower Belabartokovitch, Transylvania, is the latest winner of Equity's coveted Gypsy Robe for DANCE OF THE VAMPIRES. She received the robe on opening night, Monday, December 9th at the Minskoff Theatre. more...

Moving on from MOVIN' OUT - the Gypsy Robe goes to MAN OF LA MANCHA

Gregory Mitchell of MAN OF LA MANCHA received Equity’s Gypsy Robe yesterday in an opening night backstage ceremony at the Martin Beck Theatre. Mr. Mitchell is no stranger to Don Quixote - he performed in the 1992 production of MAN OF LA MANCHA along with Sheena Easton and Raul Julia. The new cast is headed by Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Ernie Sabella and Broadway matinee idol Brian Stokes Mitchell. more...

Pascal Faye Fourth Gypsy Robe Winner of the Season

Pascal Faye, currently performing in MOVIN' OUT, is the fourth Gypsy Robe winner of the increasingly busy 2002 - 2003 Broadway season. On Thursday night, October 24, Marc Oka, the most recent winner of the robe for his role in FLOWER DRUM SONG, presented the robe to Ms. Faye in the opening night ceremony that has become a beloved tradition over the last 50 years. more...

Gypsy Robe Presented to Third Show in 2002-2003 Season

Marc Oka, currently performing in FLOWER DRUM SONG, is the newest recipient of Equity's famous Gypsy Robe. The colorful icon was presented to the chorus member at a special backstage ceremony at the Virginia Theatre on opening night, recreating a historic, theatrical ritual that began on Broadway over 50 years ago. more..

Gypsy Robe goes to Elizabeth Mills in THE BOYS FROM SYRACUSE

Elizabeth Mills was the second Gypsy Robe recipient of the 2002-2003 season. She was awarded the robe on August 18th, when THE BOYS FROM SYRACUSE opened at the American Airlines Theatre - Roundabout Theatre Company. Ms. Mills received the robe according to the Rules of the Ritual, which states that the gypsy robe goes to the chorus member with most number of Broadway shows. more...

Equity's Gypsy Robe, Historic Broadway Icon, Presented at HAIRSPRAY

Judine Richard, currently performing in HAIRSPRAY, is the newest recipient of Equity's famous Gypsy Robe The colorful icon was presented to the chorus member at a special backstage ceremony at the Neil Simon Theatre on opening night, recreating a historic, theatrical ritual that began on Broadway over 50 years ago. more..