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Opened: April 7, 1949

South Pacific - 1949 - Broadway History , Info & More

Broadway Theatre (Broadway)
1681 Broadway New York, NY

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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Moonlight Stage Opens 2013 Summer Season with SOUTH PACIFIC, Now thru 7/13
by BWW News Desk - Jun 26, 2013


Moonlight Stage Productions' 33rd summer season, the first planned by new Artistic Director Steven Glaudini, will begin with the great American classic musical SOUTH PACIFIC, with performances from today, June 26 to July 13.

Richard Schiff, Richard Kind, & More Set for Drama Desk Summer Panel at Fordham University Today
by BWW News Desk - Jun 17, 2013


The Drama Desk will present its Summer Panel Discussion tonight, June 17th at 6:30 pm at the Pope Auditorium on the Lincoln Center campus of Fordham University. Entitled 'Making My Broadway Debut,' the panel will feature stars of screen and television discussing their Broadway debuts.

BWW Reviews: SOUTH PACIFIC Lights Up Porthouse
by Roy Berko - Jun 16, 2013


Under the directing abilities of Terri Kent, the Porthouse production of SOUTH PACIFIC makes for a fine evening of summer entertainment.

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with Moonlight Stage's SOUTH PACIFIC
by BWW News Desk - Jun 13, 2013


Moonlight Stage Productions' 33rd summer season, the first planned by new Artistic Director Steven Glaudini, will begin with the great American classic musical SOUTH PACIFIC, with performances from June 26 to July 13. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast in rehearsal below!

Aurora Theatre to Present SOUTH PACIFIC, July 3
by BWW News Desk - Jun 12, 2013


Aurora Theatre returns for a seventh year to Lawrenceville's Prelude event featuring a Broadway classic musical and Fireworks -- FREE on the lawn of the Lawrenceville Historic Courthouse on Wednesday July 3, 2013. This year Aurora Theatre presents Rodgers and Hammerstein's South Pacific. Well known for its extraordinary score, the songs include Some Enchanted Evening, Younger Than Springtime, Bali Ha'i,There Is Nothin' Like A Dame, and I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair.

Review - The Little Mermaid & Patti LuPone at NJPAC
by Michael Dale - Jun 8, 2013


By Disney standards the year and a half run of the original Broadway production of The Little Mermaid was a bit of a disappointment.  In theory, a competently created musical based on the hit animated film would probably run for a year and a half based on the title recognition alone.  My opinion of that show was higher than most of my colleagues.  I enjoyed it, but mostly for the vaudevillian pleasure of seeing a cast of terrific Broadway performers each getting a star turn or two.  But after some script revisions and a whole new visual concept, director Glenn Casale's production of the new Mermaid that just opened at Paper Mill is a well-crafted, delightfully designed and performed charmer.

Richard Schiff, Richard Kind, & More Set for Drama Desk Summer Panel at Fordham University
by Tyler Peterson - May 31, 2013


The Drama Desk will present its Summer Panel Discussion on Monday, June 17th at 6:30 pm at the Pope Auditorium on the Lincoln Center campus of Fordham University. Entitled “Making My Broadway Debut,” the panel will feature stars of screen and television discussing their Broadway debuts.

Moonlight Stage Set to Open 2013 Summer Season with SOUTH PACIFIC, 6/26-7/13
by Kelsey Denette - May 23, 2013


Moonlight Stage Productions' 33rd summer season, the first planned by new Artistic Director Steven Glaudini, will begin with the great American classic musical SOUTH PACIFIC, with performances from June 26 to July 13.

Moonlight Stage to Open 2013 Summer Season with SOUTH PACIFIC, 6/26-7/13
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2013


Moonlight Stage Productions' 33rd summer season, the first planned by new Artistic Director Steven Glaudini, will begin with the great American classic musical SOUTH PACIFIC, with performances from June 26 to July 13.

Michelle Williams in Talks for New SOUTH PACIFIC Film Adaptation; Producers Also Eyeing Hugh Jackman?
by BWW News Desk - May 9, 2013


According to the Daily Mail, Michelle Williams is in talks to play 'Nellie Forbush' in a new big-screen adaptation of the musical SOUTH PACIFIC, directed by Michael Mayer with a screenplay by Lynn Grossman based on James Michener's novel Tales of the South Pacific.

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for April 17th, 2013
by Paul W. Thompson - Apr 17, 2013


The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. 'American Idiot' pays a visit, Circle's 'Death Takes A Holiday,' Porchlight's 'Pal Joey,' TMTC's 'Pajama Game,' plus a piano show, two children's shows, Seth Rudetsky and more, including an unbelievable roundup of current shows!

STAGE TUBE: SOUTH PACIFIC Opening Night at Marriott Theatre
by Stage Tube - Apr 16, 2013


One of Broadway's legendary romantic musicals, the Pulitzer Prize-winning SOUTH PACIFIC takes the stage at The Marriott Theatre. The show celebrated its opening April 10 and runs through June 2 at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. Scroll down for opening night interviews with the cast and creative team!

Photo Flash: First Look at Christopher deProphetis, Stephanie N. Walters and More in DTC's SOUTH PACIFIC
by BWW News Desk - Apr 12, 2013


Timeless. Enchanting. Impactful. These three words clearly describe the classic musical SOUTH PACIFIC, playing at the DTC stage now through May 5th. From the hauntingly beautiful first three notes of "Bali Hai" to the romance of "Some Enchanted Evening," it's no surprise that this Rodgers & Hammerstein favorite is one of the greatest Broadway musicals of all time. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the show below!

Photo Flash: Opening Night at Marriott Theatre's SOUTH PACIFIC
by BWW News Desk - Apr 11, 2013


One of Broadway's legendary romantic musicals, the Pulitzer Prize-winning SOUTH PACIFIC takes the stage at The Marriott Theatre, running now through June 2 at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. BroadwayWorld has photos from the show's opening on April 10 below!

STAGE TUBE: Marriott Theatre's SOUTH PACIFIC - Highlights!
by Stage Tube - Apr 9, 2013


One of Broadway's legendary romantic musicals, the Pulitzer Prize-winning SOUTH PACIFIC takes the stage at The Marriott Theatre. The show is currently in previews and opens tomorrow, April 10, running through June 2 at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. Based on James Michener's Tales of the South Pacific, this all-new production of SOUTH PACIFIC will be directed by David H. Bell with choreography by Matt Raftery. Click below to watch highlights from the production!

Photo Flash: First Look at Marriott Theatre's SOUTH PACIFIC
by BWW News Desk - Apr 9, 2013


One of Broadway's legendary romantic musicals, the Pulitzer Prize-winning SOUTH PACIFIC takes the stage at The Marriott Theatre. The show is currently in previews and opens April 10, running through June 2 at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. Based on James Michener's Tales of the South Pacific, this all-new production of SOUTH PACIFIC will be directed by David H. Bell with choreography by Matt Raftery. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

Sarah Litzsinger and More Star in SOUTH PACIFIC at Delaware Theatre, Beg. Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Apr 10, 2013


Timeless. Enchanting. Impactful. These three words clearly describe the classic musical SOUTH PACIFIC, coming to the DTC stage April 10th through May 5th. From the hauntingly beautiful first three notes of 'Bali Hai' to the romance of 'Some Enchanted Evening,' it's no surprise that this Rodgers & Hammerstein favorite is one of the greatest Broadway musicals of all time.

The Marriott Theatre's SOUTH PACIFIC Opens 4/10
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 5, 2013


One of Broadway's legendary romantic musicals, the Pulitzer Prize-winning SOUTH PACIFIC takes the stage at The Marriott Theatre previewing April 3, opening April 10 and running through June 2 at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. Featuring music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II and a book by Hammerstein and Joshua Logan, the original 1949 Broadway production won ten Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and the 2008 Broadway revival won seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical Revival. Based on James Michener's Tales of the South Pacific, this all-new production of SOUTH PACIFIC will be directed by David H. Bell with choreography by Matt Raftery.

STAGE TUBE: On This Day 4/3- SOUTH PACIFIC
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 3, 2013


Today in 2008, the first Broadway revival of South Pacific opened at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre, where it ran for 996 performances. South Pacific is a musical with music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II and book by Hammerstein and Joshua Logan. The musical centers on an American nurse stationed at a U.S. Naval base during World War II who falls in love with an expatriate French plantation owner but struggles to accept his mixed-race children. A second romance concerns a U.S. Lieutenant who falls in love with a young Asian woman. The musical premiered in 1949 and won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1950.

STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes - SOUTH PACIFIC at Delaware Theatre Company
by Stage Tube - Mar 29, 2013


Timeless. Enchanting. Impactful. These three words clearly describe the classic musical SOUTH PACIFIC, coming to the DTC stage April 10th through May 5th. From the hauntingly beautiful first three notes of 'Bali Hai' to the romance of 'Some Enchanted Evening,' it's no surprise that this Rodgers & Hammerstein favorite is one of the greatest Broadway musicals of all time. Click below to go behind the scenes with the DTC cast and creative team of SOUTH PACIFIC!

Sarah Litzsinger and More to Star in SOUTH PACIFIC at Delaware Theatre, 4/10-5/5
by BWW News Desk - Mar 29, 2013


Timeless. Enchanting. Impactful. These three words clearly describe the classic musical SOUTH PACIFIC, coming to the DTC stage April 10th through May 5th. From the hauntingly beautiful first three notes of 'Bali Hai' to the romance of 'Some Enchanted Evening,' it's no surprise that this Rodgers & Hammerstein favorite is one of the greatest Broadway musicals of all time.

Photo Flash: Stephen R. Buntrock, Elizabeth Lanza and More Rehearse Marriott Theatre's SOUTH PACIFIC
by BWW News Desk - Mar 21, 2013


One of Broadway's legendary romantic musicals, the Pulitzer Prize-winning SOUTH PACIFIC takes the stage at The Marriott Theatre previewing April 3, opening April 10 and running through June 2 at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. The production is currently in rehearsals, and BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast in action below!

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for March 20th, 2013
by Paul W. Thompson - Mar 20, 2013


The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. 'South Pacific' at the Marriott, two shows with Gene Kelly's vibe, cabarets from Porchlight, Brown Paper Box and Darrian Ford, 2014 premieres from Marc Blitzstein and Alan Schmuckler, lots of Doug Peck and more!

The Marriott Theatre Presents SOUTH PACIFIC, Beginning 4/3
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 18, 2013


One of Broadway's legendary romantic musicals, the Pulitzer Prize-winning SOUTH PACIFIC takes the stage at The Marriott Theatre previewing April 3, opening April 10 and running through June 2 at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. Featuring music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II and a book by Hammerstein and Joshua Logan, the original 1949 Broadway production won ten Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and the 2008 Broadway revival won seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical Revival. Based on James Michener's Tales of the South Pacific, this all-new production of SOUTH PACIFIC will be directed by David H. Bell with choreography by Matt Raftery.

KISS ME, KATE, IN THE HEIGHTS and More Set for Cabrillo Music Theatre's 2013-14 Season
by BWW News Desk - Mar 12, 2013


Cabrillo Music Theatre celebrates its 20th Anniversary in the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza by proudly announcing its 2013-2014 Season of shows, produced exclusively in the Kavli Theatre, at the Bank of America Performing Arts Center at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza. The 2013-2014 Season, entitled 'Moving Forward, Looking Back,' is Cabrillo's most sizzling season ever. With a combination of classic and contemporary musicals, premieres and returning favorites, every show is gonna burn up the Kavli stage in a season that is just TOO DARN HOT! All of Cabrillo's productions are locally produced, auditioned and rehearsed in Southern California, and performed exclusively in the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza.

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

South Pacific - 1949 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1950 The Pulitzer Prize The Pulitzer Prize for Drama Oscar Hammerstein II
1950 The Pulitzer Prize The Pulitzer Prize for Drama Richard Rodgers
1950 Tony Awards Best Direction Joshua Logan
1950 Tony Awards Best Musical Leland Hayward
1950 Tony Awards Best Musical Joshua Logan
1950 Tony Awards Best Musical Oscar Hammerstein II
1950 Tony Awards Best Musical Richard Rodgers
1950 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Oscar Hammerstein II
1950 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Joshua Logan
1950 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Ezio Pinza
1950 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Myron McCormick
1950 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Ezio Pinza
1950 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Juanita Hall
1950 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Mary Martin
1950 Tony Awards Producer (Musical) Leland Hayward
1950 Tony Awards Producer (Musical) Oscar Hammerstein II
1950 Tony Awards Producer (Musical) Joshua Logan
1950 Tony Awards Producer (Musical) Richard Rodgers
1949 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Richard Rodgers
1949 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design Jo Mielziner

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