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Opened: June 14, 2012
Closing: August 05, 2012

Harvey - 2012 - Broadway History , Info & More

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Harvey was first brought to the Broadway stage in 1944 and was directed by Antoinette Perry. The play won the Pulitzer Prize for drama in 1944, and its initial run lasted for four years—1,775 performances. James Stewart assumed the role of “Elwood” from Frank Fay in the 1944 production and originated the role in the 1970 production as well as the film adaptation in 1950. Helen Hayes played “Veta” opposite Mr. Stewart in the 1970 production. Jim Parsons stars as one of modern theatre’s most lovable characters, Elwood P. Dowd. Charming and kind, Elwood has only one character flaw: an unwavering friendship with a 6-foot-tall, invisible white rabbit named Harvey. In order to save the family’s social reputation, Elwood’s sister Veta (Jessica Hecht) takes Elwood to the local sanatorium. But when the doctors mistakenly commit his anxiety-ridden sister, Elwood — and Harvey—slip out of the hospital unbothered, setting off a hilarious whirlwind of confusion and chaos as everyone in town tries to catch a man and his invisible rabbit.



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HARVEY, Starring Jim Parsons, Begins Previews Tonight
by Kelsey Denette - May 18, 2012


Preview performances begin tonight for Roundabout Theatre Company's (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) Broadway premiere production of Mary Chase' Harvey.

STAGE TUBE: Jim Parsons, Scott Ellis, and More Talk HARVEY!
by Nicole Rosky - May 14, 2012


Roundabout Theatre Company presents Jim Parsons (Elwood P. Dowd), Jessica Hecht (Veta Louise Simmons), Charles Kimbrough (William R. Chumley, M.D.), Larry Bryggman (Judge Omar Gaffney), Carol Kane (Betty Chumley), Peter Benson (E.J. Lofgren), Tracee Chimo (Myrtle Mae Simmons), Holley Fain (Ruth Kelly, R.N.), Angela Paton (Mrs. Ethel Chauvenet), Rich Sommer (Duane Wilson), Morgan Spector (Lyman Sanderson, M.D.) and directed by Scott Ellis.

HARVEY's Jim Parsons to be Featured on CBS THIS MORNING Tomorrow
by Kelsey Denette - May 9, 2012


Jim Parsons, who is starring in the upcoming Broadway production of Harvey, will appear on "CBS This Morning" tomorrow Thursday, May 10th between 7:00AM-9:00AM on channel 2.

STAGE TUBE: HARVEY's Jim Parsons Visits LATE SHOW!
by Nicole Rosky - May 9, 2012


Jim Parsons, who is starring in the upcoming Broadway production of Harvey, appeared on "The Late Show with David Letterman" last night, May 8th. While he was there, he chatted about looking young, quitting smoking, and more. Check out the full appearance below!

HARVEY's Jim Parsons to Appear on Late Show With David Letterman Tomorrow
by Kelsey Denette - May 7, 2012


Jim Parsons, who is starring in the upcoming Broadway production of Harvey, will appear on "The Late Show with David Letterman" tomorrow Tuesday, May 8th between 11:35PM-12:35AM on channel 2.

Todd Haimes, Joel Grey, Stephanie J. Block and More to Discuss Roundabout's Spring Season on WOR's Joan Hamburg Show
by Kelsey Denette - May 7, 2012


WOR's "Joan Hamburg Show" on Tuesday, May 8th from 12:00-2:00PM (710 AM) as will feature Roundabout Theatre Company's 2012 Spring Season.

TV: Jim Parsons Talks Roundabout's HARVEY!
by Jessica Lewis - May 3, 2012


Roundabout Theatre Company in association with Don Gregory will present the new Broadway production of Mary Chase's Harvey starring Jim Parsons (Elwood P. Dowd), Jessica Hecht (Veta Louise Simmons), Charles Kimbrough (William R. Chumley, M.D.), Larry Bryggman (Judge Omar Gaffney), Carol Kane (Betty Chumley), Peter Benson (E.J. Lofgren), Tracee Chimo (Myrtle Mae Simmons), Holley Fain (Ruth Kelly, R.N.), Angela Paton (Mrs. Ethel Chauvenet), Rich Sommer (Duane Wilson), and Morgan Spector (Lyman Sanderson, M.D.). The production is and directed by Scott Ellis. Today, BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge sat down with Jim Parsons to hear all about the new production. Click below to hear directly from the star!

Photo Coverage: Cast of HARVEY Meets the Press!
by Walter McBride - April 21, 2012


Roundabout Theatre Company in association with Don Gregory will present the new Broadway production of Mary Chase's Harvey starring Jim Parsons (Elwood P. Dowd), Jessica Hecht (Veta Louise Simmons), Charles Kimbrough (William R. Chumley, M.D.), Larry Bryggman (Judge Omar Gaffney), Carol Kane (Betty Chumley), Peter Benson (E.J. Lofgren), Tracee Chimo (Myrtle Mae Simmons), Holley Fain (Ruth Kelly, R.N.), Angela Paton (Mrs. Ethel Chauvenet), Rich Sommer (Duane Wilson), and Morgan Spector (Lyman Sanderson, M.D.). The production is and directed by Scott Ellis. Yesterday, the company met the press, and below, BroadwayWorld brings you full coverage of the event!

FREEZE FRAME: Meet the Cast of Roundabout's HARVEY!
by Walter McBride - April 20, 2012


Roundabout Theatre Company in association with Don Gregory will present the new Broadway production of Mary Chase's Harvey starring Jim Parsons (Elwood P. Dowd), Jessica Hecht (Veta Louise Simmons), Charles Kimbrough (William R. Chumley, M.D.), Larry Bryggman (Judge Omar Gaffney), Carol Kane (Betty Chumley), Peter Benson (E.J. Lofgren), Tracee Chimo (Myrtle Mae Simmons), Holley Fain (Ruth Kelly, R.N.), Angela Paton (Mrs. Ethel Chauvenet), Rich Sommer (Duane Wilson), and Morgan Spector (Lyman Sanderson, M.D.). The production is and directed by Scott Ellis. Today, the company met the press, and below, BroadwayWorld brings you a photo preview. Stay tuned for full coverage coming soon!

Carol Kane & More Join Jessica Hecht, Jim Parsons & Charles Kimbrough in Roundabout's HARVEY This Spring
by Jessica Lewis - February 15, 2012


Roundabout Theatre Company in association with Don Gregory, has announced the full company for the new Broadway production of Mary Chase's Harvey starring Jim Parsons (Elwood P. Dowd), Jessica Hecht (Veta Louise Simmons), Charles Kimbrough (William R. Chumley, M.D.), Larry Bryggman (Judge Omar Gaffney), Carol Kane (Betty Chumley), Peter Benson (E.J. Lofgren), Tracee Chimo (Myrtle Mae Simmons), Holley Fain (Ruth Kelly, R.N.), Angela Paton (Mrs. Ethel Chauvenet), Rich Sommer (Duane Wilson), Morgan Spector (Lyman Sanderson, M.D.) and directed by Scott Ellis.

STAGE TUBE: Ellen Helps Jim Parsons Prep for HARVEY!
by Nicole Rosky - February 7, 2012


Jim Parsons, who is starring in the upcoming Broadway production of Harvey, appeared on NBC's 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' on yesterday, February 6th. While he was there, Ellen decided to help him prepare for his return to Broadway my making him read a monologue while throwing a few distractions his way. Click below to check out the clip!

HARVEY's Jim Parsons Set to Appear on 'Ellen' Today
by BWW News Desk - February 6, 2012


Jim Parsons, who is starring in the upcoming Broadway production of Harvey, will appear on NBC's "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" today (check local listings).

HARVEY's Jim Parsons Set to Appear on 'Ellen' This Monday
by Kelsey Denette - February 3, 2012


Jim Parsons, who is starring in the upcoming Broadway production of Harvey, will appear on NBC's "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" on Monday, February 6th between 4-5PM on channel 4.

STAGE TUBE: All About HARVEY
by Kelsey Denette - January 7, 2012


Performances of Harvey will begin on May 18, 2012 on Broadway at Studio 54 (254 West 54th Street) with the official opening set for June 14, 2012. The limited engagement is scheduled to run through August 5th, 2012. Hear what the creative team had to say about the show below!

Jim Parsons, Jesisca Hecht & Charles Kimbrough Lead HARVEY for Roundabout this Spring
by Jessica Lewis - November 29, 2011


Roundabout Theatre Company in association with Don Gregory, announced that Jim Parsons (Elwood P. Dowd), Jessica Hecht (Veta Louise Simmons) and Charles Kimbrough (William R. Chumley, M.D.) starring in a new Broadway production of the Pulitzer Prize winning comedy Harvey by Mary Chase and directed by Scott Ellis.

Review - Harvey Fierstein Weighs In On Civil Rights and Last Week's Election
by Kristin Salaky - November 10, 2008


I try not to get involved with partisan politics on this blog, unless it's theatre related and can serve as a source for humor, but when one of our great contemporary playwrights has something to say about an important issue, I'm honored to spread the word.

Harvey FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Harvey have there been?
Harvey has had 4 productions including Broadway which opened in 1944, Broadway which opened in 1970, Broadway which opened in 2012 and West End which opened in 2015.
What awards has Harvey been nominated for?
Harvey has been nominated for the Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Jessica Hecht.

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