album · August 13, 2002

Hairspray – Original Broadway Cast Recording

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This 2002 recording documents the original cast of the Broadway production of Hairspray. It captures the energy and performances that introduced the show's iconic songs to the world.

• The album was released by Masterworks Broadway on August 13, 2002.
• It features music by Marc Shaiman and lyrics by Scott Wittman and Shaiman.
• The recording won the Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album in 2003.

The original cast of the 2002 musical Hairspray is a studio ensemble featuring vocalists who performed the roles on its cast recording. The ensemble was assembled to bring the characters of the popular musical to life through song.