Hello, Dolly! 1964 - Articles Page 33

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

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

St. James Theatre (Broadway)
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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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Regional Roundup: Top 10 Stories This Week Around the Broadway World - 7/1; JUMANJI in DC, HELLO, DOLLY! in Sacramento and More!
by BWW Special Coverage - Jul 1, 2016


This week, we go around our Broadway World to feature stories in Washington, DC, Rhode Island, Sacramento and more. Check out our top 10 stories around our Broadway World below, which include JUMANJI in DC, WEST SIDE STORY in Rhode Island, and HELLO, DOLLY! at Sacramento Music Circus, just to name a few.

STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights of Lynne Wintersteller, Stuart Marland, Jacquelyn Piro Donovan and More in Music Circus's HELLO, DOLLY
by Christina Mancuso - Jun 30, 2016


The 66th Music Circus season continues with the delightful and enduing musical Hello, Dolly!, Jerry Herman's award-winning tale of vivacious matchmaker Dolly Levi. Performances began June 28 through Sunday, July 3 at the Wells Fargo Pavilion. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

BWW Review: HELLO, DOLLY! Dolly Levi Makes a Match for Sacramento
by Harmony Wheeler - Jun 30, 2016


It only takes a moment to fall in love with the feel-good melodies and delightful characters of "Hello, Dolly!," the musical that gave film and Broadway star Carol Channing her signature role. Matchmaker Dolly Levi can be played a number of ways, which ensures every production remain refreshing and different. Barbara Streisand, Ethel Merman, Mary Martin and Sally Struthers have all taken on the title character. Sacramento's Music Circus brings in the lesser known, but amiable Lynne Wintersteller, now through Sunday in its second show of the summer.

Photo Flash: First Look at Lynne Wintersteller, Stuart Marland, Jacquelyn Piro Donovan and More in Music Circus's HELLO, DOLLY
by Christina Mancuso - Jun 29, 2016


The 66th Music Circus season continues with the delightful and enduing musical Hello, Dolly!,Jerry Herman's award-winning tale of vivacious matchmaker Dolly Levi. Performances began last night, June 28 through Sunday, July 3 at the Wells Fargo Pavilion.  BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

HELLO, DOLLY! Opens 6/28 at Music Circus
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 17, 2016


The 66th Music Circus season continues with the delightful and enduing musical Hello, Dolly!, Jerry Herman's award-winning tale of vivacious matchmaker Dolly Levi. Performances are Tuesday, June 28 through Sunday, July 3 at the Wells Fargo Pavilion.

BWW Review: Scottsdale Musical Theater's HELLO DOLLY! Is Glowin', Crowin', and Goin' Strong
by Herbert Paine - Feb 5, 2016


Who doesn't love Dolly Levi? Why wouldn't anybody after Brandi Bigley's energetic portrayal of the overzealous matchmaker in Scottsdale Musical Theater Company's production of HELLO DOLLY!, directed by David Hock.

STAGE TUBE: Christine Pedi Channels Broadway's Greatest Divas in HELLO, DOLLY! Auditions
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 21, 2016


NEWSical The Musical and Christine Pedi have brought together some of her best loved celebrity impressions to take you inside the audition room for the highly anticipated Broadway revival of Hello Dolly starring Bette Midler. Check it out below!

SMTC's HELLO, DOLLY! Opens 2/3
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 14, 2016


Jerry Herman's classic musical comedy, Hello Dolly! opens in a lavish production by Scottsdale Musical Theater Company February 3-6, 2016 at Tempe Center for the Arts.

Photo Flash: First Look at Lee Roy Reams in Gender-Bending HELLO, DOLLY!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 10, 2015


Lee Roy Reams is making history in Boca Raton. This is the first time in the U.S. that the title role in HELLO, DOLLY! is being played by a man. The Broadway veteran, who will also direct the show, is joined by an all-star cast, including multiple Tony nominee Lewis J. Stadlen, James Clow and Susan Powell.

Lee Roy Reams Talks Tackling Title Role in HELLO, DOLLY! at The Wick Theatre This Month
by Sally Henry - Nov 8, 2015


Rehearsals are in full swing for the November 5 opening of HELLO, DOLLY!, starring Lee Roy Reams in the title role. This is the first time that the part of 'Dolly' will be played by a man in a sanctioned, Equity production.

Lee Roy Reams Breaks Ground in Title Role of HELLO, DOLLY!, Starting Tonight at The Wick Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Nov 5, 2015


HELLO, DOLLY!, starring Lee Roy Reams in the title role, begins tonight, November 5 at The Wick Theatre. This is the first time in the U.S. that the part of 'Dolly' will be played by a man.

Lee Roy Reams to Break Ground in Title Role of HELLO, DOLLY! at The Wick Theatre This Month
by BWW News Desk - Nov 2, 2015


Rehearsals are in full swing for the November 5 opening of HELLO, DOLLY!, starring Lee Roy Reams in the title role. This is the first time in the U.S. that the part of 'Dolly' will be played by a man.

STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes of Castle Craig Players' HELLO, DOLLY!
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 12, 2015


Love is in the air this summer as the Castle Craig Players continue their run of famous matchmaking musical HELLO, DOLLY! The beloved Broadway show, which won 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, is live on stage through this Sunday, August 16! 

Castle Craig Players Presents HELLO, DOLLY!, Now thru 8/16
by BWW News Desk - Aug 7, 2015


Love is in the air this summer as the Castle Craig Players present the famous matchmaking musical HELLO, DOLLY! The beloved Broadway show, which won 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, is live on stage for two weeks only - tonight, August 7, through August 16!

Photo Flash: Music Theatre Wichita Rounds Out 44th Summer Season with HELLO, DOLLY! This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Aug 5, 2015


Music Theatre Wichita finishes its 44th summer season with an all-new production of HELLO, DOLLY!, running this weekend, August 5-9 at Century II Concert Hall in Wichita. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast onstage below!

Photo Flash: Music Theatre Wichita Rounds Out 44th Summer Season with HELLO, DOLLY!
by BWW News Desk - Jul 30, 2015


Music Theatre Wichita finishes its 44th summer season with an all-new production of HELLO, DOLLY!, running August 5-9 at Century II Concert Hall in Wichita. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast onstage below!

Castle Craig Players to Present HELLO, DOLLY!, 8/7-16
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 8, 2015


Love is in the air this summer as the Castle Craig Players present the famous matchmaking musical HELLO, DOLLY! The beloved Broadway show, which won 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, is live on stage for two weeks only - August 7-16!

HELLO, DOLLY! Begins Tonight at the Warner Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 2, 2015


The Warner Stage Company's 2014-2015 season continues with the delightful musical comedy Hello, Dolly!, on the main stage tonight, May 2-10, 2015.

TV: First Look at Highlights of Media Theatre's HELLO DOLLY Starring Andrea McArdle!
by TV - On the Road - Apr 27, 2015


The legendary 'Hello Dolly', Jerry Herman's iconic Tony winning musical, returns to the stage with Broadway's Andrea McArdle at The Media Theatre. The show opens tonight and BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action!

Review Roundup: Media Theatre's HELLO, DOLLY Starring Andrea McArdle
by Christina Mancuso - Apr 29, 2015


The legendary 'Hello Dolly', Jerry Herman's iconic Tony winning musical, is now playing with Broadway's Andrea McArdle at The Media Theatre.

Photo Flash: First Look at Andrea McArdle in Media Theatre's HELLO DOLLY
by BWW News Desk - Apr 22, 2015


The legendary 'Hello Dolly', Jerry Herman's iconic Tony winning musical, returns to the stage with Broadway's Andrea McArdle at The Media Theatre. The show opens tonight and BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action!

Andrea McArdle Stars in Media Theatre's HELLO DOLLY, Opening Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Apr 22, 2015


She's back where she belongs! 'Hello Dolly' starring Andrea McArdle is at The Media Theatre tonight, April 22 to May 24. Andrea McArdle returns to the award-winning professional music theatre venue after winning accolades as 'Mame' two years ago.

Warner Stage Company's HELLO, DOLLY! Opens 5/2
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 20, 2015


The Warner Stage Company's 2014-2015 season continues with the delightful musical comedy Hello, Dolly!, on the main stage May 2-10, 2015.

Natalie Douglas to Lead New Monthly Series 'HELLO DOLLY', Beginning 4/20 at Birdland
by BWW News Desk - Apr 7, 2015


The Broadway at Birdland concert series is proud to announce that singer Natalie Douglas will return to Birdland for a new monthly series, 'Hello Dolly...The Music of Dolly Parton,' on Mondays, April 20, May 18, July 6 and August 10 at 7pm. The concert is a celebration of the beloved singer, actor, and songwriter.

Andrea McArdle Set to Lead Media Theatre's HELLO DOLLY! Cast
by Sally Henry Fuller - Mar 30, 2015


She's back where she belongs! 'Hello Dolly' starring Andrea McArdle is at The Media Theatre April 22 to May 24. Andrea McArdle returns to the award-winning professional music theatre venue after winning accolades as 'Mame' two years ago.

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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