Joe Layton

Joe Layton (May 3, 1931 – May 5, 1994) was an American director and choreographer known for his work on Broadway. Born Joseph Lichtman in Brooklyn, New York, Layton began his career as a dancer in Wonderful Town (1953) and appeared uncredited in the original live TV production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella (1957). He gained recognition for his musical staging, directing Broadway concerts for Bette Midler, Diana Ross, Cher, and Harry Connick Jr. Layton won Tony Awards for Best Choreography for No Strings (1962) and George M! (1968). In 1965, he won an Emmy Award for his work on the television special My Name Is Barbra.