Hello, Dolly! Revival 1978 - Articles Page 16

Ages: 10+
Opened: March 5, 1978
Closing: July 09, 1978

Hello, Dolly! - 1978 - Broadway History , Info & More

Lunt-Fontanne Theatre (Broadway)
205 West 46th St. New York, NY

Suggested by The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder which was an adaptation of Wilder’s The Merchant of Yonkers which was based on the 1835 English farce A Day Well Spent by John Oxenford, and the 1842 Austrian farce Einen Jux Will er Sich Machen by Johann Nestoy


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Interview: James Monroe Iglehart On Pre-Broadway A WONDERFUL WORLD
by Tara Bennett - Oct 12, 2023


BroadwayWorld sat down with star James Monroe Iglehart while the production played its first pre-Broadway engagement in New Orleans to chat about bringing Louis' story to life, the care that goes into telling stories through musicals, and if he can play a certain instrument.

Connecticut Stage Company to Launch With INTO THE WOODS in Concert Featuring Kelli O'Hara as the Voice of the Giant
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2023


Connecticut Stage Company's inaugural production, Into the Woods in Concert, celebrates the 20th anniversary of The Studio for Performing Arts. Don't miss this star-studded performance featuring Kelli O'Hara as The Giant. Reserve your tickets now!

Video: Watch Imelda Staunton In THE CROWN Final Season Teaser; Two-Part Season Will Premiere This Year
by Michael Major - Oct 9, 2023


The 6th season of THE CROWN will close out the genre-defining prestige royal saga that has been on screens since 2016. The 6th season of THE CROWN will close out the genre-defining prestige royal saga that has been on screens since 2016. Watch the video teaser now!

VIDEO: THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME At Algonquin Arts Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 6, 2023


Algonquin Arts Theatre has released first look video of its production of The Hunchback of Notre Dame.

How Often Are Broadway Plays Adapted Into Musicals?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Oct 8, 2023


This time, the reader question was: With Purlie Victorious returning to Broadway, what are other plays that were revived on Broadway after their musical adaptations premiered?

Keen Company Will Honor Kathleen Chalfant at Annual Gala This Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2023


Keen Company kicks off its 2023–2024 season by honoring legendary actress and passionate advocate Kathleen Chalfant at Keen's 24th Annual Benefit Gala.

Key City Public Theatre to Open Next Season with World Premiere of Oscar Wilde's THE CANTERVILLE GHOST
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 5, 2023


Key City Public Theatre opens their 65th Anniversary Season with the world premiere of Oscar Wilde's THE CANTERVILLE GHOST. This chilling and humorous production, adapted by local playwright Bry Kifolo, promises to deliver romance and redemption. Don't miss this exciting new show in Port Townsend, WA.

Danny Burstein, Will Swenson & Kate Baldwin Join MAUI IKAIKA Benefit Concert To Raise Funds For Maui
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 5, 2023


Additional Broadway stars will make special appearances in the upcoming online benefit concert to support the families and communities of Maui titled MAUI IKAIKA (translated to MAUI STRONG).

Review: LINDA EDER Is Cookin' with Gas in High-Octane October Shows at 54 Below
by Rob Lester - Oct 5, 2023


Linda Eder gives the crowd what they want.

Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for HARMONY on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 4, 2023


Just last week, the company of Harmony gave a special look inside rehearsals and BroadwayWorld was there for the big day. Watch below!

The Wick Kicks Off 10th Season With I LOVE A PIANO! A Rousing Celebration of the Music and Lyrics of Irving Berlin
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 3, 2023


The Wick Theatre opens the 2023-2024 season with a celebration of its 10th anniversary by bringing back to their stage a beloved musical featuring an extravagant array of Irving Berlin's greatest songs. I Love a Piano, directed by D.J. Salisbury.

Video: The Cast of HARMONY Performs 'Stars in the Night' and 'Where You Go'
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 3, 2023


Rehearsals have begun for Harmony – the new, original musical by Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman with direction and choreography by Warren Carlyle. Watch 'Stars in the Night' and 'Where You Go'!

Full Cast Set for SPAMALOT on Broadway Starring Iglehart, Kritzer, Urie, Killam & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2023


Casting is complete for the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Comedy Monty Python’s Spamalot. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

Kate Baldwin & Aaron Lazar To Perform With American Pops Orchestra At Axelrod PAC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2023


Celebrate the greatest songs of Broadway and Hollywood with two-time Tony Award nominee Kate Baldwin and Broadway and television star Aaron Lazar as they return to the Axelrod Performing Arts Center.

Hunter Parrish, Erin Davie & More to Lead BALLAD OF DREAMS Industry Presentation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2023


Based on the best-selling novel, Ballad of Dreams a new musical, will get an invite-only industry presentation on October 12, 2023, at Pearl Studios. 

CORI CABLE KIDDER'S HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR. A 1940S CHRISTMAS REVUE Opens November 24 At Sierra Madre Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 28, 2023


Sierra Madre Playhouse to present Cori Cable Kidder's Holiday Spectacular. A 1940s Christmas Revue starring Cori Cable Kidder.

Lucy Peacock Will Receive Stratford Festival's Legacy Award
by Stephi Wild - Sep 28, 2023


The Stratford Festival is honouring Lucy Peacock with this year's Legacy Award. The gala, hosted by Sheila McCarthy, will be held at Toronto's Four Seasons Hotel on Monday, October 2. Learn more about Lucy here!

LoMotion Live Opens Season With TENDERLY:THE SONGS OF ROSEMARY CLOONEY
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2023


LoMotion Live will open their season with the cabaret, TENDERLY:THE SONGS OF ROSEMARY CLOONEY with Susan Speidel and Joseph Regan. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!

Eighth Year Of Center Stage High School Musical Theater Program Welcomes 31 Schools
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 25, 2023


Center Stage Program schools for the 2023-24 Season have been announced. Get the details on the schools participating in this educational program.

Julia Mattison and Drew Gehling Tie The Knot
by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2023


Julia Mattison and Drew Gehling are officially married! Mattison took to Instagram to share the news and photos from the big day!

Video: See the First Television Spot for HARMONY on Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2023


See the first TV spot for Harmony – the new, original musical by Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman with direction and choreography by Warren Carlyle. Harmony previews begin Wednesday, October 18, ahead of a Monday, November 13 official opening night. Watch the video!

The New Group Reveals 2023-24 Season, Featuring Cynthia Nixon, Taylor Trensch and More
by Stephi Wild - Sep 15, 2023


The New Group has announced its complete 2023-2024 Season.  As previously announced, the season launches with Sabbath’s Theater. Learn more about the full season lineup here!

Photos & Video: Go Inside HARMONY's Special Rosh Hashanah Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2023


The start of the Jewish New Year holiday of Rosh Hashanah was marked by the cast of Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman’s musical Harmony at the Barrymore Theatre on West 47th Street. Check out photos and video!

Hello, Gorgeous: FUNNY GIRL is Produced for the First Time in Brazil
by Claudio Erlichman - Sep 13, 2023


Funny Girl gets a Brazilian production directed by Barchilon, starring Giulia Nadruz and Eriberto Leao as protagonists. With score by J. Styne, and lyrics by B. Merrill, the semi-biographical plot is based on the life and career of comedian and Broadway star Fanny Brice, featuring her stormy relationship with entrepreneur and gambler Nick Arnstein.

HARMONY Cast and Creatives Will Celebrate Rosh Hashanah at the Barrymore Theatre Tomorrow
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2023


Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman’s musical Harmony will welcome one and all to their new home, the Barrymore Theatre to ring in the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah. Learn more about the event here!

Other Productions of Hello, Dolly!

1964   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1965   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
1965   West End London Production
West End
1966   US Tour 2nd National Tour
US Tour
1967   US Tour 3rd National Tour
US Tour
1975   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1978   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1995   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2006   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
2017   Broadway Broadway Revival Production
Broadway
2018   US Tour Revival National Tour
US Tour
2020   West End West End Revival
West End
2024   West End
West End

Hello, Dolly! - 1978 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1978 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Eddie Bracken

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