42nd Street tells the story of a humble, nave young actress named Peggy Sawyer who has come

to audition for a new Broadway musical,. Unfortunately, due to her nervousness, Peggy arrives to the audition late and misses her chance to join the chorus. Luckily, Peggy soon catches the eye of the famous director, Julian Marsh, and he gives Peggy her big break. However, the show's aging leading lady, Dorothy Brock, quickly grows to dislike Peggy. On opening night, Ms. Brock falls and breaks her ankle. Panic spreads through the company, as the show is doomed for closure, until it is suggested that Peggy take the roll. In only thirty-six hours, Peggy learns twenty-five pages, six songs and ten dance numbers and becomes a star. Peggy Sawyer Maggie Jones Dorothy Brock Chorus Girls Billy Lawlor Andy Lee Bert Berry Abner Dillon Pat Denning Julian March female female female female male male male male male male soprano alto alto 17 24 28 50 35 50 16 30 27 35 25 35 30 50 50 70 40 65 35 55 lead supporting supporting chorus lead supporting supporting supporting supporting supporting

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