(September 16 to October 25, 1987) Hy Gilbert and his musical, "Sayonara," was performed in a world premiere at the Paper Mill Playhouse in Millburn, New Jersey with Richard White, June Angela, Kevin Sweeney, Miho and Ako in the cast. Robert Johanson was director. Susan Stroman was choreographer. Ted Kociolek was musical director. Michael Anania was scenic designer. Brian MacDevitt was lighting designer. David Toser and Eiko Yamaguchi were costume designers.