Born Yesterday
Opened Jan 29, 1989 · Closed Jun 11, 1989 · Ran for 5 months
This show has closed. Tickets are no longer available.
Historical Production
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Audience Grade
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Awards Scorecard
1988-89 seasonBox Office Scorecard
source · Broadway League, publicFrequently Asked Questions
Is Born Yesterday still running on Broadway?
No, Born Yesterday has closed. It played at Richard Rodgers Theatre and closed on June 11, 1989.
Theater Scorecard
Typical VenueThe Richard Rodgers offers strong sightlines from most orchestra and front mezzanine seats, with good acoustics for musicals. However, legroom is notably tight throughout, especially in the orchestra, and rear mezzanine seats feel distant from the stage.
Original Broadway Cast
- Edward AsnerHarry Brock
- Madeline KahnBillie DawnNom: Actress (Play)
- Franklin CoverEd Devery
- Daniel Hugh KellyPaul Verrall
- Joel BernsteinEddie Brock
- Charlotte BookerA Manicurist
- Peggy CosgraveMrs. Hedges
- Heather EhlersHelena maid
Creative Team
- Garson KaninPlaywright
- Josephine R. AbadyDirector
Quick Facts
- Status
- Closed
- Opened
- Jan 29, 1989
- Closed
- Jun 11, 1989
- Run Length
- 5 months
- Theater
- Richard Rodgers Theatre
- Data Last Updated
- October 7, 2026
