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Ages: 10+
Opened: January 16, 1964
Closing: December 27, 1970

Hello, Dolly! - 1964 - Broadway History , Info & More

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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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HELLO, DOLLY! Wins 2017 Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical
by BWW News Desk - Jun 11, 2017


Hello, Dolly! has won the 2017 Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical. Michael Stewart's (book) and Jerry Herman's (music and lyrics) masterpiece, Hello, Dolly!, returns to Broadway starring none other than Bette Midler. Directed by four-time Tony Award winner Jerry Zaks, Hello, Dolly! is playing Broadway's legendary Shubert Theatre.

HELLO, DOLLY!'s Bette Midler Wins 2017 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
by BWW News Desk - Jun 11, 2017


Bette Midler has won the 2017 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical for HELLO, DOLLY!.

HELLO, DOLLY!'s Gavin Creel Wins 2017 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
by BWW News Desk - Jun 11, 2017


Gavin Creel has won the 2017 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical for HELLO, DOLLY!.

HELLO, DOLLY!'s Santo Loquasto Wins 2017 Tony Award for Best Costume Design of a Musical
by BWW News Desk - Jun 11, 2017


Santo Loquasto has won the 2017 Tony Award for Best Costume Design of a Musical for HELLO, DOLLY!.

FAVOURITE SONGS: 'Hello, Dolly!', HELLO, DOLLY!
by Gary Naylor - May 22, 2017


Continuing our series of favourite musical theatre songs is Carol Channing's version of 'Hello, Dolly!'

Tony Awards Close-Up: Which Broadway Bestie is HELLO, DOLLY!'s Gavin Creel Happiest For? Find Out!
by Nicole Rosky - May 5, 2017


As described by Gavin Creel himself, this Hello, Dolly! is a 'musical theatre miracle.' Equally miraculous is his performance as Cornelius Hackl, which just earned him a Tony nomination for Featured Actor in a Musical. Below, watch as he chats about the role, plus explains why he is extra-excited for one of his fellow nominees!

HELLO, DOLLY! Posts Highest Gross In The History Of Entire Shubert Organization
by BWW News Desk - May 3, 2017


The new Broadway production of Hello, Dolly! starring Bette Midler has already made a habit out of breaking the house record at the Shubert Theatre, and now it has had the best week in the history of the entire Shubert Organization.

HELLO, DOLLY! Breaks Record of Highest Gross Yet During First Week of Performances
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2017


The new Broadway production of Hello, Dolly! starring Bette Midler has just, in its first full week of regular (non-preview) performances, posted its highest weekly gross yet, shattering the house record of the Sam S. Shubert Theatre for the third time since it began preview performances. 

BWW Exclusive: Ken Fallin Draws the Stage - Bette Midler is Back in HELLO, DOLLY!
by Ken Fallin - Apr 24, 2017


BroadwayWorld has teamed up with renowned caricature artist Ken Fallin, a life-long theater enthusiast, who has drawn many Broadway and Off-Broadway productions. Below, check out his latest illustration, featuring the one and only Bette Midler in HELLO, DOLLY!

Photo Flash: Inside HELLO, DOLLY's Opening Night!
by Alan Henry - Apr 21, 2017


The new Broadway production of Michael Stewart and Jerry Herman's masterpiece Hello, Dolly!, starring legendary performer Bette Midler, has quickly become the hottest ticket of the year. Directed by four-time Tony Award winner Jerry Zaks and choreographed by Tony Award winner Warren Carlyle, the production opened last night, April 20.

SHOWTUNE SHUFFLE: The Rest and Best of Them Take a Crack at a HELLO, DOLLY! Classic
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 21, 2017


Dolly Gallagher Levi is back and she'll never go away again! The Broadway revival of Michael Stewart and Jerry Herman's masterpiece Hello, Dolly! is directed by four-time Tony Award winner Jerry Zaks and choreographed by Tony Award winner Warren Carlyle, Hello, Dolly! opened just last night at Broadway's Shubert Theatre, starring the one and only Bette Midler.

BWW Morning Brief April 20th, 2017 - HELLO, DOLLY! Opens on Broadway and More!
by Jessica Khan - Apr 20, 2017


Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Today's big news: Bette Midler officially returns to Broadway tonight in HELLO, DOLLY!

Hello, Broadway! Meet the Cast of HELLO, DOLLY!, Opening Tonight
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2017


The revival of Hello, Dolly opens tonight on Broadway, starring Bette Midler and featuring a star-studded cast. The Broadway revival of Michael Stewart and Jerry Herman's masterpiece Hello, Dolly! is directed by four-time Tony Award winner Jerry Zaks and choreographed by Tony Award winner Warren Carlyle. Get to know the cast before they take their opening bows!

Entertain and Dine: HELLO, DOLLY! and Themed Menu Items by 5 NAPKIN BURGER
by Marina Kennedy - Apr 14, 2017


Excitement mounts as 'Hello, Dolly!' starring Bette Midler opens on Broadway. Stop by a 5 Napkin Burger location to enjoy two special 'Hello, Dolly!' themed menu items through the month of April. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the New York Restoration project that was founded by Bette Midler.

Call on Dolly! New Broadway Cast Recording of HELLO, DOLLY! Sets Spring Release
by BWW News Desk - Apr 12, 2017


Masterworks Broadway has announced the release of The New Broadway Cast Recording of Hello, Dolly! starring three-time Grammy Award-winning legend Bette Midler as Dolly Gallagher Levi.

Holy Cabooses! HELLO, DOLLY! Shatters Shubert Theatre House Record In Just 7 Performances
by BWW News Desk - Apr 3, 2017


The new Broadway production of Hello, Dolly! starring Bette Midler has just, in its third week of preview performances, shattered the house record for the highest weekly gross of any show in the history of the Sam S. Shubert Theatre.

Bid to See Bette Midler in HELLO, DOLLY! on Opening Night
by BWW News Desk - Mar 23, 2017


Hello, Dolly! is this season's impossible ticket. But look no further.

Photo Flash: It Takes a Woman! First Look at Bette Midler in HELLO, DOLLY!
by BWW News Desk - Mar 14, 2017


As it heads into tomorrow's first preview, Hello, Dolly! has broken the record for the highest pre-performance advance sale in Broadway history. BroadwayWorld has a look at the first photo of Bette Midler as Dolly Gallagher Levi - plus a close-up - in the new Broadway production of Hello, Dolly! below!

TV: Kate Baldwin- 'This Is the HELLO, DOLLY! You've Always Dreamed Of'
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 10, 2017


She's coming back, and she'll never go away again! The upcoming revival of Michael Stewart and Jerry Herman's masterpiece Hello, Dolly!, starring legendary performer Bette Midler, has quickly become the hottest ticket of the year. Directed by four-time Tony Award winner Jerry Zaks and choreographed by Tony Award winner Warren Carlyle, Hello, Dolly! will begin performances at Broadway's Shubert Theatre on March 15, 2017, with an official opening night of April 20, 2017. BroadwayWorld spoke with Kate Baldwin (Irene) last night at the opening of Sunset Boulevard, where she told us all about rehearsals so far!

First-Row Orchestra Seats on Sale for Broadway's HELLO, DOLLY!
by BWW News Desk - Feb 6, 2017


Producer Scott Rudin announced today that the entire first row of orchestra seating for all announced performances of Hello, Dolly! has just gone on sale to the general public. 

HELLO, DOLLY!, Starring Bette Midler, Adds Two Shows on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - Jan 10, 2017


Producer Scott Rudin announced today that the upcoming revival of Michael Stewart and Jerry Herman's masterpiece Hello, Dolly!, starring legendary performer Bette Midler, has managed to squeeze two additional performances into its playing schedule to help accommodate the incredible demand for tickets.

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Bette Midler Chats Broadway's HELLO DOLLY on NBC's Today, 12/4
by BWW News Desk - Dec 4, 2016


The December 4th edition of 'Sunday TODAY with Willie Geist will feature a special profile on Bette Midler in which she talks about her return to Broadway in HELLO DOLLY! this Spring.

HELLO DOLLY! Makes Broadway History with $9M First-Day Sales Record
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 19, 2016


History was made this past Saturday when tickets went on sale for the upcoming revival of Michael Stewart and Jerry Herman's masterpiece HELLO DOLLY !, starring legendary performer Bette Midler.

HELLO, DOLLY!'s Bette Midler to Chat with Carole Bayer Sager at the 92Y
by BWW News Desk - Aug 30, 2016


Carole Bayer Sager will host a conversation with HELLO, DOLLY!'s Bette Midler, presented by the 92Y at Kaufmann Concert Hall (Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street) on Monday, October 17, 2016 at 7 p.m.

Photo Coverage: 3-D Theatricals' HELLO DOLLY! Curtain Call and Stage Door At The Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center
by Lily Lim - Aug 8, 2016


3-D Theatricals, Orange County's most distinguished regional musical theatre production company, presents the Tony Award-winning spectacular HELLO, DOLLY! starring Valerie Perrias Mrs. Dolly Gallagher Levi. The second opening took place at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center on August 6, 2016.  BroadwayWorld brings you a first look at the curtain call and stage door photos below!

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! - 1964 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1964 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Jerry Herman
1964 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Michael Stewart
1964 Tony Awards Best Choreography Gower Champion
1964 Tony Awards Best Conductor and Musical Director Shepard Coleman
1964 Tony Awards Best Costume Design Freddy Wittop
1964 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Gower Champion
1964 Tony Awards Best Musical Michael Stewart
1964 Tony Awards Best Musical Jerry Herman
1964 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Jerry Herman
1964 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Charles Nelson Reilly
1964 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Carol Channing
1964 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design Oliver Smith
1964 Tony Awards Producer (Musical) David Merrick

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