The Most Happy Fella Revival 2006 - Articles Page 3.4

Opened: March 7, 2006
Closing: March 25, 2006

The Most Happy Fella - 2006 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Based on the film "They Knew What They Wanted" by Sidney Howard.

Frank Loesser, composer/lyricist of ?Guys and Dolls,? scored his greatest artistic triumph with this touching, dramatic and intensely personal love story about a middle-aged vintner, Tony, whose mail-order marriage proposal is accepted under the girl?s mistaken assumption a photo of his young, handsome foreman is her intended husband.BRBRHer hurt and humiliation when she learns the truth, as well as a terrible accident which nearly kills Tony as he hurries to meet her, almost ends the relationship before it begins, but a loving understanding blossoms between them during Tony?s long convalescence.

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John Tartaglia, Marcia Milgrom Dodge, Josh Rhodes, Denis Jones & More Join Creative Teams for The Muny's 2016 Season! Tickets on Sale, 3/5
by Christina Mancuso - Jan 20, 2016

BroadwayWorld and The Muny announces today the directors, choreographers and music directors for the Muny's 2016 Season, which opens on June 13 with The Wizard of Oz.

STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 12/8/15- Graciela Daniele
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 8, 2015

Happy Birthday, Graciela Daniele! As a performer, Daniele made her Broadway debut in What Makes Sammy Run? in 1964. She studied with Martha Graham and Merce Cunningham while working with such luminaries as Bob Fosse, Agnes de Mille, and Michael Bennett, who hired her to assist him with Follies in 1971. Her first credit as a full-fledged choreographer was the 1979 revival of The Most Happy Fella. She has directed and/or choreographed several musicals of Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty, including, most recently, The Glorious Ones (2007) and Dessa Rose (2005) at the Off-Broadway Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater at Lincoln Center. She has directed and/or choreographed several musicals of Michael John LaChiusa Off-Broadway, most recently Bernarda Alba (2006) and Little Fish (2003).

REUNION, A MUSICAL COMEDY Opens Tonight at NoHo Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - Nov 7, 2015

This melodic, memorable and quirky pop score provides biting social commentary along with a little romance and an outrageously good time for all. You'll laugh. You'll cry. You'll cringe.

Phillip Boykin, Douglas Hodge, Montego Glover, Betsy Wolfe and More Set for MasterVoices' Fall 2015 Gala Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Oct 15, 2015

MasterVoices will hold its Fall Gala and Concert, featuring the THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE; OR, THE SLAVE OF DUTY at Le Parker Meridian and the New York City Center tonight, October 15, 2015.

Phillip Boykin, Douglas Hodge, Montego Glover, Betsy Wolfe and More Set for MasterVoices' Fall 2015 Gala, Featuring PIRATES OF PENZANCE
by BWW News Desk - Oct 13, 2015

MasterVoices will hold its Fall Gala and Concert, featuring the THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE; OR, THE SLAVE OF DUTY at Le Parker Meridian and the New York City Center on October 15, 2015.

REUNION, A MUSICAL COMEDY Opens 11/7 at NoHo Arts Center
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 8, 2015

This melodic, memorable and quirky pop score provides biting social commentary along with a little romance and an outrageously good time for all. You'll laugh. You'll cry. You'll cringe.

Coming-Out, Coming-of-Age Play 46 BEACON to Play The Hope Theatre, 4-12 Oct
by BWW News Desk - Sep 17, 2015

46 BEACON, a coming-out and coming-of-age play set in 1970's America by Drama Desk and Richard Rodgers Award Award winner Bill Rosenfield, willl get its world premiere at The Hope Theatre, Islington, London N1 1RL, 4 -12 October 2015.

BWW Preview: Cheyenne Jackson at the BPO
by Michael Rabice - Sep 11, 2015

The 75th Anniversary of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra kicks of it's  Bank of America POPS concert season with Broadway's Cheyenne Jackson.

Porchlight Sets Casts for First Post-Broadway Premiere of SIDE SHOW, FAR FROM HEAVEN & AIN'T MISBEHAVIN'
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 3, 2015

Exciting news just in to BroadwayWorld!  Michael Weber, artistic director of Porchlight Music Theatre, has announced the casts of the Chicago premiere of the 2014 revision of Side Show, the return of Porchlight's hit Ain't Misbehavin', multi-Jeff Award-winner Summer Naomi Smart starring in the Chicago premiere of Far From Heaven, and Porchlight Music Theatre's 2015 - 2016 artistic leadership for its four Mainstage productions.

BWW TV Exclusive: Meet the Nominees- SOMETHING ROTTEN!'s Casey Nicholaw- 'I Have Two Pins!'
by Nicole Rosky - May 19, 2015

We are yet another day closer to the biggest night on every theatre-lover's calendar- the 69th Annual Tony Awards, which will be co-hosted by Kristin Chenoweth and Alan Cumming on Sunday, June 7 (8PM on CBS). Earlier this month, the 2015 Tony nominees gathered to meet the press and BroadwayWorld was on hand for the big day. Below, we bring you an exclusive interview with Casey NIcholaw, Best Choreography and Direction of a Musical nominee for Something Rotten!.

THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME Opens Tonight at Paper Mill, Starring Michael Arden, Patrick Page, Ciara Renee, and More
by Sally Henry Fuller - Mar 15, 2015

Paper Mill Playhouse presents The Hunchback of Notre Dame (which first played to rave reviews in La Jolla). Inspired by the classic Victor Hugo novel, The Hunchback of Notre Dame has a book by Peter Parnell, music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz. The Hunchback of Notre Dame is directed by Scott Schwartz and choreographed by Chase Brock.

Ryan Silverman, Tony DeSare & More to Join New York Pops for LET'S BE FRANK Next Month
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 4, 2015

On April 10, 2015 at 8:00PM, The New York Pops will close its 32nd subscription season at Carnegie Hall's Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage, with four of today's finest entertainers - Tony DeSare, Storm Large, Frankie Moreno, and Ryan Silverman - in a celebration of the centennial of America's original idol, Frank Sinatra.

Michael Arden, Patrick Page, Ciara Renee and More Return in THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME, Beginning Tonight at Paper Mill
by BWW News Desk - Mar 4, 2015

Paper Mill Playhouse presents The Hunchback of Notre Dame (which first played to rave reviews in La Jolla). Inspired by the classic Victor Hugo novel, The Hunchback of Notre Dame has a book by Peter Parnell, music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz. The Hunchback of Notre Dame is directed by Scott Schwartz and choreographed by Chase Brock.

Amas Musical Theatre Stages Readings of New Musical I AM, I WILL, I DO This Week
by BWW News Desk - Feb 9, 2015

Amas Musical Theatre and The Amas Musical Theatre Lab will present staged readings for the New York premiere of I Am, I Will, I Do, a new musical with book, music and lyrics by Dan Manjovi. Directed by Christopher Scott with Musical Direction by Steven Gross, the readings will be held tonight, February 9th at 6pm and tomorrow, February 10th at 3pm & 7pm at Shetler Studios - Penthouse (244 West 54th Street - between Broadway & 8th Avenue).

TheaterWorks' DANCING LESSONS, Starring Paige Davis, Extends thru March 6
by BWW News Desk - Feb 6, 2015

TheaterWorks the award winning theater in downtown Hartford, under the leadership of Producing Artistic Director Rob Ruggiero, announced today that DANCING LESSONS by Mark St. Germain will extend its run through Friday, March 6, 2015 due to popular demand.

Megan Hilty, Cheyenne Jackson and More Lead 2015 Broadway Concert Series in San Francisco, Beginning Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 7, 2015

Hosted by Sirius XM Radio Star Seth Rudetsky whom the New York Times dubbed 'The Mayor of Broadway,' this unique series arrives this winter at The Nourse Theater with two concerts scheduled for Megan Hilty tonight, February 7th and Cheyenne Jackson on March 14th.

Michael Arden, Patrick Page, Ciara Renee and More to Return in THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME at Paper Mill This Spring; Full Cast Announced!
by BWW News Desk - Jan 29, 2015

Paper Mill Playhouse has announced the full cast for its production of The Hunchback of Notre Dame (which first played to rave reviews in La Jolla). Inspired by the classic Victor Hugo novel, The Hunchback of Notre Dame has a book by Peter Parnell, music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz. The Hunchback of Notre Dame is directed by Scott Schwartz and choreographed by Chase Brock.

Amas Musical Theatre to Stage Readings of New Musical I AM, I WILL, I DO Next Month
by BWW News Desk - Jan 15, 2015

Amas Musical Theatre (Donna Trinkoff, Artistic Producer) and The Amas Musical Theatre Lab will present staged readings for the New York premiere of I Am, I Will, I Do, a new musical with book, music and lyrics by Dan Manjovi. Directed byChristopher Scott with Musical Direction by Steven Gross, the readings will be held on Monday, February 9th at 6pm and Tuesday, February 10th at 3pm & 7pm at Shetler Studios - Penthouse.

Audra McDonald, Cheyenne Jackson and Sutton Foster Set for Seth Rudetsky's 2015 Series at Parker Playhouse, Beginning Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jan 8, 2015

Seth Rudetsky's Broadway Concert Series at the Parker Playhouse produced by Mark Cortale will welcome Audra McDonald -- the historic six-time Tony winner and star of Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill, Porgy and Bess, Ragtime, and Master Class as well as TV's Private Practice, tonight, January 8, 2015.

The Muny Announces Creative Teams for 2015 Season; Marc Bruni, Gary Griffin, Marcia Milgrom Dodge & More!
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 17, 2014

The Muny announced today the directors, choreographers and music directors for the Muny's 2015 Season, which opens on June 15 with My Fair Lady. 'This is a thrilling roster of artists,' said Muny Artistic Director and Executive Producer Mike Isaacson. 'We look forward to bringing their vision and talent to our grand stage.'

STAGE TUBE: On This Day 12/8- Graciela Daniele
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 8, 2014

Happy Birthday, Graciela Daniele! As a performer, Daniele made her Broadway debut in What Makes Sammy Run? in 1964. She studied with Martha Graham and Merce Cunningham while working with such luminaries as Bob Fosse, Agnes de Mille, and Michael Bennett, who hired her to assist him with Follies in 1971. Her first credit as a full-fledged choreographer was the 1979 revival of The Most Happy Fella. She has directed and/or choreographed several musicals of Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty, including, most recently, The Glorious Ones (2007) and Dessa Rose (2005) at the Off-Broadway Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater at Lincoln Center. She has directed and/or choreographed several musicals of Michael John LaChiusa Off-Broadway, most recently Bernarda Alba (2006) and Little Fish (2003).

Megan Hilty, Cheyenne Jackson and More Lead 2015 Broadway Concert Series in San Francisco
by BWW News Desk - Dec 4, 2014

Hosted by Sirius XM Radio Star Seth Rudetsky whom the New York Times dubbed "The Mayor of Broadway," this unique series arrives this winter at The Nourse Theater with two concerts scheduled for Megan Hilty on February 7th and Cheyenne Jackson on March 14th.

BWW Previews: SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL at State Theatre, New Brunswick
by Michael T. Mooney - Dec 1, 2014

This December the national tour of SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL is coming to the Garden State with stops in New Brunswick and Morristown. First up, the show will play the historic State Theatre in New Brunswick for three performances on December 12th and 13th. The SISTERs then swing back through New Jersey to perform at the Mayo Center for the Performing Arts in Morristown on January 31st and February 1st.

Megan Hilty, Cheyenne Jackson & Varla Jean Coming to Nourse Theater this Winter
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 21, 2014

Hosted by Sirius XM Radio Star Seth Rudetsky whom the New York Times dubbed 'The Mayor of Broadway,' this unique series arrives this winter at The Nourse Theater with two concerts scheduled for Megan Hilty on February 7th and Cheyenne Jackson on March 14th.

Cheyenne Jackson Makes 'Broadway @ NOCCA' Debut in New Orleans Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Nov 7, 2014

When Broadway, TV and film star Cheyenne Jackson made his debut in the Broadway @ The Art House series hosted by Seth Rudetsky this past summer, the Cape Cod Times called him 'a singer with tremendous style' and raved that 'his vocal range goes deep' and 'his dance moves go from sultry to hip-swiveling rock.' On the heels of selling-out all six of his summer shows in Provincetown, Cheyenne Jackson make his debut in the Broadway @ NOCCA series tonight, November 7th at 7:30PM for one show only.

The Most Happy Fella FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the songs are in The Most Happy Fella and what's the order?
Prelude to Act 1
Ooh, My Feet
I Know How It Is
Seven Million Crumbs
I Don't Know
Maybe He's Kind of Crazy
Somebody, Somewhere
The Most Happy Fella
A Long Time Ago
Standing on the Corner
Joey, Joey, Joey
Soon You Gonna Leave Me, Joe
Rosabella
Abbondanza
Plenty Bambini
Sposalizio
Special Delivery!
Benvenuta
Aren't You Glad?
No Home, No Job
Don't Cry
Prelude to Act 2
Fresno Beauties
Cold and Dead
Love and Kindness
Happy to Make Your Acquaintance
I Don't Like This Dame
Big D
How Beautiful the Days
Young People
Warm All Over
Old People Gotta
I Like Everybody
I Love Him
Like a Woman Loves a Man
My Heart Is So Full of You
Hoedown
Mamma, Mamma
Prelude to Act 3
Goodbye Darlin'
Song of a Summer Night
Please Let Me Tell You
Tell Tony and Rosabella Good-bye for Me
She Gonna Come Home Wit' Me
Nobody's Ever Gonna Love You
I Made a Fist!
House and Garden
Eyes Like a Stranger
Wanting to Be Wanted
How's About Tonight?
Ooh! My Feet
Somebody, Somewhere
The Most Happy Fella
Standing On The Corner
Joey, Joey, Joey
Rosabella
Abbondanza
Sposalizio
Benvenuta
Don't Cry
Happy To Make Your Acquaintance
Big D
How Beautiful The Days
Young People
Warm All Over
I Like Everybody
My Heart Is So Full Of You
Mamma, Mamma
Song Of A Summer Night
What productions of The Most Happy Fella have there been?
The Most Happy Fella has had 12 productions including Broadway which opened in 1956, Broadway which opened in 1956, Broadway which opened in 1959, Broadway which opened in 1959, West End which opened in 1960, Broadway which opened in 1979, Broadway which opened in 1979, Off-Broadway which opened in 1991, Broadway which opened in 1992, Broadway which opened in 1992, Off-Broadway which opened in 2006 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2014.

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