Follies (Encores 2007, signed by David Byrd)

The 2007 City Center Encores! production of Stephen Sondheim and James Goldman’s 'Follies' brought a thrilling, vocally staggering, and critically adored concert revival of the masterpiece to the New York stage. Directed and choreographed with signature physical wit by Casey Nicholaw, this high-profile staging focused with symphonic clarity on the show's complex, pastiche score and its exploration of aging and lost youth. The short-run production achieved immense cultural profile due to its powerhouse ensemble cast, starring Donna Murphy as Phyllis, Victoria Clark as Sally, Christine Baranski as Carlotta, and Victor Garber.