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South Pacific - 1965 - New York History , Info & More

Based on "Tales of the South Pacific" by James A. Michener

The plot of South Pacific centers on an American nurse stationed on a South Pacific island during World War II who falls in love with a middle-aged expatriate French plantation owner. This story is intertwined with a secondary romance, between a U.S. lieutenant and a young Tonkinese woman.



The original Broadway production enjoyed immense critical and box-office success and became the second-longest running Broadway musical to that point (behind Rodgers and Hammerstein's earlier Oklahoma!). Because of its exploration of racial and social issues of the day, the show won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1950. Several of its songs, including "Bali Ha'i", "I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair", "Some Enchanted Evening", "There Is Nothing Like a Dame", "Happy Talk" and Younger Than Springtime" have become popular standards.



The production won 10 Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Score, and it is the only musical production to win Tony Awards in all four acting categories. Its original cast album was the bestselling record of the 1940s, and other recordings of the show have also been popular. The show has enjoyed many successful revivals and tours, spawning a 1958 film and television adaptations. The 2008 Broadway revival won seven Tonys, including Best Musical Revival.

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BWW Exclusive: The 101 Greatest MOVIE MUSICALS of All Time
by Peter Nason - Mar 30, 2020


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the best film musicals since the sound era began; see if your favorites made the list!

The 101 Greatest Showtunes from 1920-2020
by Peter Nason - Mar 19, 2020


How do we make a list of the 101 greatest show tunes from the past 100 years? Well, we did the near-impossible task.  Check out our full list here! 

Opera Australia and John Frost Will Produce CINDERELLA for the First Time in Australia
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 17, 2020


Continuing their collaboration of Rodgers and Hammerstein's timeless musicals including The King and I and South Pacific, Opera Australia and John Frost announced today they will be collaborating again to produce the glorious Cinderella for the first time in Australia.

Tickets for FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at the Saenger Theatre Go On Sale Feb 21
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 14, 2020


Hancock Whitney Broadway in New Orleans announced today that individual tickets for the tour of the Tony Award®-nominated Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof will go on sale Friday, Feb. 21 at 10 a.m. Presented by the New Orleans Theatre Association, Fiddler on the Roof is part of the Hancock Whitney Broadway in New Orleans 2019-2020 season and will be coming to the Saenger Theatre from May 12-17, 2020.

East West Players' 54th Visionary Awards To Honor Daniel Mayeda, Adele Lim, And The Aratani Foundation
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 31, 2020


East West Players (EWP), the nation's longest-running professional theater of color and the largest producing organization of Asian American artistic work, celebrates WE ARE THE ONES WE ARE WAITING FOR, its 54th Anniversary season with the Annual Visionary Awards Dinner & Silent Auction. Recognizing the achievements of individuals who have raised the visibility of the Asian Pacific American (APA) community through their craft, the gala fundraiser takes place on Monday, April 27, 2020 at the Hilton Universal City. Proceeds benefit East West Players' educational and artistic programs. This year EWP will honor:

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF is Coming to the Fisher Theatre in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2020


Broadway In Detroit will present the Detroit engagement of the Tony Award®-nominated Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof at the Fisher Theatre from March 10 - 15, 2020.

Hope Mill Theatre In Manchester Is Looking For Its Cinderella
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2020


Will the slipper fit? Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester is looking for the star of its 2020 production of Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella a?" and has announced details of how performers can apply for forthcoming auditions at the venue.

The North American Tour of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Will Play the Providence Performing Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2020


The North American Tour of Fiddler on the Roof performs at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) February 11 - 16, 2020, starring Israeli theatre, film and TV actor, Yehezkel Lazarov as Tevye.

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF is Coming to The Paramount Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 30, 2019


Broadway at The Paramount will present the Seattle engagement of the Tony Award®-nominated Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof at The Paramount Theatre from January 14 - 19, 2020. The tour launched October 17, 2018 in Syracuse, New York at Landmark Theatre.

Broadway's FIDDLER ONE THE ROOF Brings Tradition To Keller Auditorium In January
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2019


Broadway in Portland presents the Portland engagement of the Tony Award-nominated Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof at Keller Auditorium from January 7 a?" 12, 2020. The tour launched October 17, 2018 in Syracuse, New York at Landmark Theatre.

Hope Mill Theatre In Manchester Launches 'First Curtain' Scheme To Help Fund Tickets For Young People
by Stephi Wild - Dec 14, 2019


Tickets are now on sale for the UK theatrical premiere of the Broadway version of Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella, running at Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester in Spring 2020.

State Theatre New Jersey Presents FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2019


State Theatre New Jersey presents the musical Fiddler on the Roof for four performances on Friday, December 20, 2019 at 8pm; Saturday, December 21, 2019 at 2pm and 8pm; and Sunday, December 22, 2019 at 2pm. Tickets range from $40-$98.

BWW Review: Sit Back in Your Own Little Chair at RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA with Footlite Musicals
by The Marriage Matinee - Dec 1, 2019


Childhood is tied up with memories of favorite fairy tales and the dreams they inspired, which is part of what makes this musical so beloved. Everyone enjoys a chance to be pulled into a fantasy where magic is real and wishes are granted. This production has dashes of whimsy and romance that are sure to enchant children and adults alike into the fairy tale world of RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA.

Hope Mill Theatre In Manchester Will Stage The UK Theatrical Premiere of Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA
by Stephi Wild - Nov 8, 2019


Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester is to stage the UK theatrical premiere of the Broadway version of Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella in 2020.

BWW Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Adrienne Arsht Center-Exquisite! Breathtaking! Wonderful!
by Cristina Pla-Guzman - Nov 6, 2019


Exquisite! Breathtaking! Wonderful! There are no better words to describe the North American tour of the Tony Award ®-nominated Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof, which came to the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County from October 29 to November 3, 2019.

BWW Interview: Kelly Gabrielle Murphy And Bennett J. Leeds of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Adrienne Arsht Center
by Cristina Pla-Guzman - Oct 29, 2019


Fiddler on the Roof Cast members and University of Miami alums, Kelly Gabrielle Murphy and Bennett J. Leeds return to the Arsht Center stage The North American tour of the Tony Award ®-nominated Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof is coming to the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County from October 29 to November 3, 2019.

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Comes To Boise
by Julie Musbach - Oct 28, 2019


The Velma V. Morrison Center for the Performing Arts is proud to present the Boise engagement of the Tony Award-nominated Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof at the MORRISON CENTER from January 3-5, 2020. The tour will launch October 17, 2018 in Syracuse, New York at Landmark Theatre. 

Revised Cast Announced For FIDDLER ON THE ROOF At The Kravis Center
by Julie Musbach - Oct 18, 2019


The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is proud to present the West Palm Beach engagement of the Tony Award-nominated Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof at the Kravis Center November 12 a?" 17.  The tour will launch October 17, 2018 in Syracuse, New York at Landmark Theatre. Tickets start at $39 and are on sale now.

Kravis Center To Present FIDDLER ON THE ROOF National Tour Next Month
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 15, 2019


The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is proud to present the West Palm Beach engagement of the Tony Award-nominated Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof at the Kravis Center November 12 a?" 17.  The tour will launch October 17, 2018 in Syracuse, New York at Landmark Theatre. Tickets start at $39 and are on sale now.

Mazz Murray And Jerome Pradon Complete The Cast Of Rogers & Hammerstein's CINDERELLA At Cadogan Hall
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2019


Take Two Theatricals and Club 11 London have announced Mazz Murray as Madame and Jérôme Pradon as Sebastian in the UK premiere of Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA in concert at Cadogan Hall on Sunday 20 October 2020.

Tickets For The National Tour Of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF On Sale This Monday
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2019


Broadway In Boston is pleased to announce that tickets for the Boston engagement of the Tony Award-nominated Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof will go on sale this Monday, September 23, 2019. FIDDLER ON THE ROOF will play the Emerson Colonial Theatre March 24 a?" April 5 as part of the Lexus 2019-2020 Broadway In Boston Season

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Heads to Akron
by Julie Musbach - Sep 9, 2019


Broadway in Akron presents the Akron engagement of the Tony Award®-nominated Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof at E.J. Thomas Hall October 15 and 16, 2019 as part of the 19-20 Broadway in Akron series.

Tickets For FIDDLER ON THE ROOF in Indianapolis Are On Sale Now
by Stephi Wild - Aug 15, 2019


Broadway in Indianapolis is proud to present the Indianapolis engagement of the Tony Award-nominated Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof at Old National Centre from October 1-6. Tickets are on sale now and available in person at the Old National Centre Ticket Office, online at ticketmaster.com, or by phone at 1-800-982-2787. Groups of 10 or more can book now by calling 317-632-7469 x103.

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Tour Year Two Casting And Dates Announced; Yehezkel Lazarov To Continue As 'Tevye'
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 14, 2019


Following a critically-acclaimed first year on tour, Israeli theatre, film and TV star, Yehezkel Lazarov, will continue his celebrated performance as Tevye in Year 2 of the Fiddler on the Roof North American Tour. Additional casting and upcoming tour dates have also been announced.

UK Premiere of RODGERS + HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA Will Play in Concert at Cadogan Hall
by Stephi Wild - Aug 2, 2019


Take Two Theatricals and Club 11 London will be presenting the UK premiere of the Broadway version of Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella, in concert at Cadogan Hall on Sunday 20th October at 6.30pm.

Other Productions of South Pacific

1949   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1950   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
1951   West End London Production
West End
1955   Broadway Unknown
Broadway
1967   Off-Broadway Lincoln Center Revival
Off-Broadway
1988   West End London Revival
West End
1994   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
2001   West End Royal National Theatre Production
West End
2005   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Concert
Off-Broadway
2008   Broadway Lincoln Center Revival
Broadway
2011   West End Lincoln Center Revival [West End]
West End
2022   US Tour Non Equity Tour
US Tour
2022   West End
West End

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