Happy Hunting Broadway Original Cast
Mama Rose meets "The Hostess with the Mostes' on the Ball" in Happy Hunting, the 1956 musical that was a star vehicle written for the incomparable Ethel Merman. A huge, flamboyant, bubbly, light-hearted romp, Happy Hunting features a gag-filled book by the authors of Anything Goes and a delectable score featuring the Merman classics "Mutual Admiration Society" and "Gee, But It's Good to Be Here." Full synopsis
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Original Cast
Arturo
Marilynn Bradley graced the Broadway stage in the past with her performances in several productions, including the musical "Happy Hunting," before continuing her career alongside her husband in various theater productions across the country. more...
Count Carlos
Mrs. D.
Mrs. Sanford Stewart, Sr. (u/s)
(Understudy)
Mrs. B.
(Understudy)
Duke of Granada (u/s)
Joseph
Duke of Granada
(Understudy)
Liz Livingstone
Ethel Merman, celebrated as the "undisputed First Lady of the musical comedy stage," brought her legendary vocal prowess to the Broadway production of Happy Hunting, adding to her illustrious career that included iconic roles in shows like Anything Goes, Annie Get Your Gun, and Gypsy. more...
(Understudy)
Mary Mills
(a reporter)
Estelle Parsons, renowned for her diverse theatrical career, was part of the cast of "Happy Hunting," showcasing her versatility and depth as an actress in a production that took place more...
Sanford Stewart, Jr.
Mrs. L.
Mrs. Sanford Stewart, Sr.
(Understudy)
(Understudy)
Police Sergeant
See awards and nominations on the Happy Hunting page
Production Team
Jay Blackton Musical Director
Abe Burrows Director
Director
Seymour Ginzler Orchestrator
(Additional Orchestrations)
(Additional Orchestrations)
Joe Glover Orchestrator
(Additional Orchestrations)
(Additional Orchestrations)
Bob Herget Choreographer
(Musical Staging)
(Musical Staging)
Jo Mielziner Lighting Designer
Scenic Designer
Alex Romero Choreographer
(Musical Staging)
(Musical Staging)
Ted Royal Orchestrator
Irene Sharaff Costume Designer
Don Walker Orchestrator
(Additional Orchestrations)
(Additional Orchestrations)
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