PHOTO FLASH: Gypsy Robe Ceremony at Leap Of Faith

A long-standing opening night tradition on the Great White Way, the fabled Gypsy Robe is bestowed upon a veteran Broadway chorus member for each opening production in what has now become a theatrical ritual, originating on Broadway 60 years ago. For the opening of Leap Of Faith, the robe was presented to company member Dennis Stowe.

In addition to the Gypsy Robe ceremony, a letter from Mayor Michael R Bloomberg was presented to composer Alan Menken for his contribution to the current Broadway season, including scores for Leap of Faith, Sister Act, and Newsies.

Read the letter from the Mayor to Alan Menken.

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