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Opened: January 18, 1968

The Happy Time - 1968 - Broadway History , Info & More

Broadway Theatre (Broadway)
1681 Broadway New York, NY

Based on the play by Samuel Taylor


Based on the book by Robert Fontaine

The Happy Time - 1968 - Broadway Cast

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Stage Adaptation of Studio Ghibli's SPIRITED AWAY Makes European Debut in London in 2024
by Stephi Wild - Aug 2, 2023


The European premiere of SPIRITED AWAY will open at the London Coliseum in April 2024.

Billy Crudup to Reprise His Role in HARRY CLARKE at Berkeley Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 11, 2023


Emmy and Tony Award winner Billy Crudup will reprise his award–winning role in David Cale’s Harry Clarke, performing at Berkeley Rep’s Roda Theatre (2015 Addison St., Berkeley) November 15–December 23, 2023. 

Off Broadway Cast Recording Of THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO HEATHER To Be Released On JAY Records
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 30, 2023


Raise Your Hands! The Off Broadway cast recording of The Gospel According to Heather, a new musical with a book, music and lyrics by Paul Gordon. will be released on JAY Records. Produced by John Yap, the recording will feature the original cast of the Off Broadway production who gathered this week at Manhattan Studios to lay down the tracks.

THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO HEATHER Extends for One Week at Theater 555
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2023


The Off Broadway premiere of The Gospel According to Heather, a new musical with a book, music and lyrics by Paul Gordon has been extended for one week at Theater 555.

Exclusive: The 40 Greatest Songs by THE BEACH BOYS Ranked - The Perfect Playlist for Your Summer Vacation
by Peter Nason - Jun 14, 2023


'Good Vibrations'? 'California Girls'? 'I Get Around'? See where your favorite Beach Boys songs land on the list!

THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO HEATHER Begins Performances Tomorrow at Theater 555
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2023


The Off Broadway premiere of The Gospel According to Heather, a new musical with a book, music and lyrics by Paul Gordon will begin TOMORROW, Wednesday, June 14 at 7:00pm at Theater 555.

Recap the 2023 Tony Awards Acceptance Speeches
by Team BWW - Jun 11, 2023


The 76th Annual Tony Awards have officially begun! As winners take the stage this evening, stay tuned to BroadwayWorld as we bring you full text of all of the acceptance speeches; from the emotional to the humorous, and everything in between.

Kathryn Leigh Scott, David Selby and Susan Sullivan Will Appear in New Play IN YOUR CORNER On Smartphone Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2023


In a follow-up to last year's successful performance of 'What Friends Do,' Dark Shadows legends Kathryn Leigh Scott, David Selby and Susan Sullivan will be appearing in a new play 'In Your Corner' on Smartphone Theatre June 11, 2023.

SIX to Host Its First-Ever Autism Friendly Performance, Presented by TDF
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2023


TDF will host the first-ever autism-friendly performance of the Broadway smash musical hit, SIX on Sunday, June 11 at 1pm at the Lena Horne Theatre.

Kurt Cobain's Smashed & Signed By Nirvana Fender Stratocaster Electric Guitar Sold For $595,900
by Blair Ingenthron - May 21, 2023


Julien's Auctions, the acclaimed auction house to the stars, held on Friday, May 19th and Saturday, May 20th the industry's premiere music auction event 'MUSIC ICONS,' featuring a spectacular line-up of over 1,200 pieces of music history from rock royalty owned and used by the likes of Kurt Cobain, Nirvana, Elvis Presley, The Beatles, Michael Jackson, Eddie Van Halen, Alex Lifeson, and more.

Lucas Hnath, Trevor Nunn, Noel Coward, and More Set For The Orange Tree Theatre's Upcoming Season
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2023


The Orange Tree (OT) has announced its first full year of programming under new Artistic Director Tom Littler. It features world and European premieres by Zoe Cooper and Lucas Hnath; revivals from Mustapha Matura, Noël Coward and Oliver Goldsmith; directors including Trevor Nunn and Matthew Dunster; and Niamh Cusack headlining the first major London revival of Polly Stenham's breakout hit That Face.

Review: CHITA: THE RHYTHM OF MY LIFE WITH SPECIAL GUEST, BROADWAY FAVORITE GEORGE DVORSKY at North Shore Music Theatre, Beverly, MA
by R. Scott Reedy - May 10, 2023


What did our critic think of CHITA: THE RHYTHM OF MY LIFE WITH SPECIAL GUEST, BROADWAY FAVORITE GEORGE DVORSKY at North Shore Music Theatre, Beverly, MA?

Summer Movies At Sarasota Opera House To Begin May 12, 2023
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2023


Sarasota Opera has announced the lineup for the 2023 Summer Classic Movies at the Opera House. The Classic Movies at the Opera House series featuring many beloved movies will open on Friday, May 12th at 7:30 pm with 2001: A Space Odyssey. Throughout the summer and into the fall, featured movies will include films ranging from the 1930's to the 1990's. Tickets will be $12 and will go on sale starting on Wednesday, May 3. Additional movie titles are detailed below.  

PACIFIC OVERTURES, CLOSE UP - THE TWIGGY MUSICAL, and More Set For Menier Chocolate Factory 2023 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2023


With Marjorie Prime currently running at the company's home base in South London and Funny Girl on Broadway, the Menier Chocolate Factory announced forthcoming programming for 2023. Learn more about the lineup here!

Berkeley Repertory Theatre Names New Leadership Team Members
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 19, 2023


Berkeley Repertory Theatre has appointed three new employees to fill key leadership positions within the Marketing, General Management, and Development departments at the award-winning theatre company.

Paul Morantz's Collection Is About To Hit The Auction Block
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2023


Van Eaton Galleries, the world record-breaking auction house and exhibition gallery has announced “The Paul Morantz Collection” auction to take place at its new location in Studio City on  April 29th and 30th  beginning at 10 A.M. PST.

George Harrison Catalogue Comes To Dark Horse Records/BMG
by Michael Major - Feb 21, 2023


The agreement bringing the acclaimed solo recorded works of George Harrison to Dark Horse Records/BMG together with his music publishing catalogue for the first time ever, under one roof, solely at BMG. In celebration of Harrison’s 80th birthday, Dark Horse/BMG have released his entire catalogue in Dolby Atmos surround sound on Apple Music.

Broadway Dallas to Present 2023 Gala Featuring MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2023


Broadway Dallas has announced its 2023 Gala featuring a full performance of MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL on Saturday, April 1 at the Music Hall at Fair Park, hosted by Gala Co-Chairs Jolie Humphrey and Gail Plummer with Honorary Co-Chairs Ambassador Kathryn Walt Hall and Craig Hall.

Dolly Parton Focused Record of the Month Subscription Coming to Vinyl Me, Please
by Michael Major - Feb 8, 2023


Vinyl Me, Please and Dolly Parton will launch a monthly record club devoted to the legendary career and peerless catalog of Dolly Parton. Starting in April 2023, Vinyl Me, Parton will give Dolly Parton fans a monthly connection with Dolly’s catalog on vinyl, with twelve Records of the Month spanning the entirety of Dolly’s recording career.

Lakewood Theatre Company Presents The Musical THE HAPPY TIME February 17-18
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2023


The Lost Treasures Collection, a series of rarely performed musical gems, continues its thirteenth season at Lakewood Theatre Company on its Side Door Stage with The Happy Time, February 17-18, 2023.

The Catastrophic Theatre Presents EDDIE GOES TO POETRY CITY By Richard Foreman
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2023


Eddie dreams of escape—from the office where he suffers at the hands of his co-workers, from a doctor whose treatments seem far worse than any medical complaint, perhaps from even the play itself! 

Miller Theatre Announces The Return Of Free POP-UP CONCERTS, January 24-June 13
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 16, 2022


Miller Theatre at Columbia University School of the Arts announces the return of its popular POP-UP CONCERTS. Free, musical happy hours with the audience onstage, in person for the first time since March 2020.

American Premiere of Noël Coward's THE RAT TRAP to Open Next Week NY City Center Stage II
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2022


Mint Theater Company returns to New York City Ce nter Stage II with the American premiere of Noël Coward’s The Rat Trap, directed by Alexander Lass, opening Monday November 21st (7pm) at New York City Center Stage II for a limited Off-Broadway engagement through December 10th only. 

The Cleveland Orchestra Announces Select Performances For BLOSSOM MUSIC FESTIVAL
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 6, 2022


The Cleveland Orchestra has announced a lineup of movies and special presentations as part of its 2023 Blossom Music Festival on Sunday. The full list of programming for the 54th Blossom Music Festival, including classical concerts by The Cleveland Orchestra, will be announced in early 2023.

The Righteous Brothers Will Perform At The Lowell Memorial Auditorium Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 26, 2022


Lowell Management Group will present The Righteous Brothers on Saturday, November 12th at 8pm at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium in Lowell, MA as part of its Centennial Season.

The Happy Time FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Happy Time have there been?
The Happy Time has had 3 productions including Broadway which opened in 1968, Broadway which opened in 1968 and Arlington, VA (Regional) which opened in 2008.
What Tony Awards has The Happy Time been nominated for?
Best Musical , , Best Choreography for Gower Champion, Best Costume Design for Freddy Wittop , Best Direction of a Musical for Gower ChampionBest Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for John Kander and Best Scenic Design for Peter Wexler.
What Tony Awards has The Happy Time won?
Best Choreography for Gower Champion, Best Costume Design for Freddy Wittop , Best Direction of a Musical for Gower Champion, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for John Kander, Best Scenic Design for Peter Wexler, .
What awards has The Happy Time been nominated for?
The Happy Time has been nominated for several awards. It received a nomination for Scenic Design at The Hewes Awards for the work of Peter Wexler. The show also received nominations for Performance at the Theatre World Awards. Julie Gregg was nominated for her performance, as well as Michael Rupert.
What awards has The Happy Time won?
The Happy Time has won several awards. These include the Scenic Design award at The Hewes Awards for Peter Wexler, as well as Performance awards at the Theatre World Awards for Julie Gregg and Michael Rupert.

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