Cats

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Composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber and based on T.S. Eliots Old Possums Book of Practical Cats, the record-breaking musical spectacular Cats remains one of the biggest hits in theatrical history! Since its world premiere, Cats has been presented in over 30 countries, has been translated into 15 languages, and has been seen by more than 73 million people worldwide. Originally directed by Trevor Nunn with choreography and associate direction by Gillian Lynne, scenic and costume design by John Napier, lighting design by David Hersey, and sound design by Abe Jacob, Cats opened in the West End in 1981. The musical debuted on Broadway in 1982 where it won seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Both the original London and Broadway cast recordings won Grammy Awards for Best Cast Album. Opening at Broadways Winter Garden Theatre, it ran for 7,485 performances and 18 years. Cats hit song Memory has been recorded by over 150 artists from Barbra Streisand and Johnny Mathis to Liberace and Barry Manilow. The treasured soundtrack to the beloved Andrew Lloyd Webber masterpiece is reissued here on double vinyl LP!