The world-premiere production of Camille Claudel took place at Goodspeed Musicals' Norma Terris Theater in Chester, CT from 14 August through 7 September 2003. The production team consisted of Gabriel Barre as director, Mark Dendy as choreographer, Jeremy Roberts as musical director, Jonathan Tunick as orchestrator, Walt Spangler as set designer, Constance Hoffman as costume designer, Howell Binkley as lighting designer and Mark Menard as sound designer.

Following is some biographical information on the cast members for this production. This information has been collected from various sources. If you find an error, please use the Contact Us form to let us know.

Linda Eder (Camille Claudel) made her Broadway debut in Jekyll & Hyde, earning a Theatre World Award, and Drama Desk and Outer Critics' Circle Award nominations. She has performed in concert at Broadway's Gerswhin Theater, at the Carnegie Hall, and in venues nationwide. She has recorded seven solo albums, with an eighth expected out shortly, and can also be heard on recordings of Jekyll & Hyde, The Scarlet Pimpernel and The Civil War. For more information visit LindaEder.com or EderFan.com.

Michael Nouri (Auguste Rodin) is a veteran stage and screen actor. He has previously appeared on Broadway in Victor/Victoria (King Marchan, with Julie Andrews) and Forty Carats (Pat, with Julie Harris). He recently headlined the national tour of South Pacific, and has also performed in Funny Girl and Call Me Madam. He is known from the television shows "Love & War" and "Bay City Blues," and from films such as Goodbye Columbus, Fortunes of War, Flashdance, Hologram Man and Finding Forrester.

Matt Bogart (Paul Claudel) has appeared in such Broadway shows as Aida (Radames standby), The Civil War (Private Taylor), Smokey Joe's Café (White Guy) and Miss Saigon (Chris). He was part of The Kennedy Center's Sondheim Celebration (playing Paul in Company). He has a solo album out entitled "Simple Song." For more information visit MattBogart.com.

Rita Gardner (Madame Claudel) most recently appeared on Broadway in Morning's At Seven. Her other Broadway credits include Jacques Brel Is Alive And Well And Living In Paris, Leon Uris' Ari, Last of the Red Hot Lovers, On A Clear Day You Can See Forever, Pal Joey, 1776 and A Family Affair. She also originated the role of The Girl/Luisa in The Fantasticks Off-Broadway.

Milo O'Shea (Monsieur Claudel) is an accomplished character actor whose Broadway credits include Mass Appeal and Staircase (both of which earned him Tony nominations), Mrs. Warren's Profession, Meet Me In St. Louis, Corpse!, My Fair Lady, A Touch Of The Poet, Comedians, Dear World and Philadelphia, Here I Come!. His numerous film credits include "Ulysses," "Romeo and Juliet," "Barbarella," "The Butcher Boy" and "The Verdict."

Timothy W. Bish (Ensemble/Statue) has performed with Mark Dendy Dance & Theater and the David Parsons Dance Company, and also as a soloist in "Rock & Soul." He has appeared in the national tour of Swing! and in Carousel at the Paper Mill Playhouse.

Mayumi Miguel (Ensemble/Statue) has been seen in the Broadway production of Contact, the Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular, and in Goodspeed's Romeo and Juliet. Her television appearances include Sesame Street's "Cinderelmo," HBO's "Sex and the City" and PBS' "Spirit."

John Paul Almon (Ensemble) has been seen on Broadway in Side Show and on tour in The Scarlet Pimpernel (Tussaud). He has performed in concert with Jason Robert Brown in "Celebration of Life" and as a guest artist at the White House.

Nick Cavarra (Ensemble) has performed in Broadway productions of The Scarlet Pimpernel (Ensemble, u/s Armand), Grease! (Sonny) and King David. He has also appeared in the Disney film, Lauren's Story, and on television in "Jack's Place" and "Santa Barbara."

Margaret Ann Gates (Ensemble) has appeared on Broadway in Miss Saigon (Ellen), The King and I and most recently in La Bohème. She was an ensemble member in the La Jolla Playhouse production of Dracula, The Musical

Natalie Hill (Ensemble) recently played the central roles of Juliet and Bernadette in Romeo & Bernadette at the Coconut Grove Playhouse and the Paper Mill Playhouse. She has also appeared on stage in Footloose, Joseph..., Brigadoon and West Side Story.

Tracy Miller (Ensemble) was part of the ensemble of Dracula, The Musical at La Jolla Playhouse, and has performed in Gigi, Wonderful Town and the "Best Of Broadway" European Tour. She is also a member ofthe pop/rock group "Season."

Tricia Paoluccio (Ensemble) appeared in the Broadway productions of The Green Bird and A View from the Bridge. She has appeared on film in Prodigal Son and The New Friend, and on television in "Law & Order," "Guiding Light" and PBS' "The Great Gatsby."

Darren Ritchie (Ensemble) has performed on Broadway in Thoroughly Modern Millie, Bells Are Ringing, South Pacific and Les Misérables. He also toured in Fame, the Musical and appeared on television in "Days Of Our Lives" and "Guiding Light."

Shonn Wiley (Ensemble) has been seen on Broadway in 42nd Street and On A Clear Day You Can See Forever, and in Goodspeed Musicals' George M! He has also performed in Big River, Brigadoon, and State Fair.

Antonia Kitsopoulos (Young Camille) has also performed on Broadway in the children's choir for La Bohème.