Which actor played Peter Pan in the 1954 Broadway musical Peter Pan?

Mary Martin played Peter Pan in the 1954 Broadway musical Peter Pan.

The musical Peter Pan opened on Broadway in 1954 with Mary Martin in the title role. Cyril Ritchard played Captain Hook, creating the central stage pairing that became strongly associated with the production.

Martin’s performance was celebrated for its energy, athleticism, and comic timing. The production used flying effects to make Peter’s movement central to the theatrical experience, and Martin became one of the most famous performers to play the character.

The musical was broadcast on television in 1955, bringing Martin’s Peter Pan to a much larger audience. It was later revived and televised several times, with Martin returning to the role. The production is distinct from Disney’s animated film and from the earlier 1904 stage play.