Harvey - 2012 - Broadway Tickets, News, 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: Theater Review - Hollywood Reporter
With fatigue from the Tony Awards and the glut of April openings still lingering, it’s a pleasure to report that Harvey, the first entry of the 2012-13 Broadway season is an unassuming charmer. Best known for the 1950 film adaptation that starred James Stewart, Mary Chase’s Pulitzer-winning 1944 comedy is a delectable mid-century chestnut with an idiosyncratic personality that still sparkles. And in Scott Ellis’ superbly cast revival for Roundabout Theatre Company, the gentle farce provides an ideal vehicle for the gifted Jim Parsons.
Delusion, Repression—and Comedy - Wall Street Journal
Jim Parsons, the star of "The Big Bang Theory," is playing Elwood, which says much—maybe everything—about why the Roundabout is doing "Harvey." Big guns from Hollywood, after all, are an even bigger part of what keeps Broadway afloat these days. It doesn't matter whether or not they know anything about stage acting: All they have to do to sell tickets by the shovelful is show up. Mr. Parsons, who has plenty of stage experience, does much more than that, but he's still giving the kind of affably superficial performance that you'd expect from a network sitcom star. Sure, it's unfair to compare him to one of the best screen actors of the 20th century, but it's also inevitable, and the gentle, wistful gravity that Mr. Stewart brought to the role is nowhere to be found in Mr. Parsons's once-over-lightly interpretation.
Harvey Broadway Cast
by BWW News Desk
- August 5, 2012
Roundabout Theatre Company's Broadway production of Mary Chase's Harvey ends its limited engagement today, August 5th. A special added benefit performance will play this evening at 7PM. Harvey will have played 32 previews and 62 regular performances at Studio 54 on Broadway (254 West 54th Street).
by BWW News Desk
- July 24, 2012
Roundabout Theatre Company's Broadway production of Mary Chase's Harvey will end its limited engagement on Sunday, August 5th. A special added benefit performance will play on Sunday, August 5th at 7PM. Harvey will have played 32 previews and 62 regular performances at Studio 54 on Broadway (254 West 54th Street).
by Kelsey Denette
- July 12, 2012
Roundabout Theatre Company today announced a special benefit performance following the limited engagement of HARVEY on August 5th at 7PM. Roundabout Theatre Company's production of HARVEY, directed by Scott Ellis, was originally scheduled to play its final performance on Sunday, August 5th at 2PM.
by Nicole Rosky
- July 12, 2012
Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced a special benefit performance following the smash hit limited engagement of HARVEY on August 5th at 7PM. Roundabout Theatre Company's production of HARVEY, directed by Scott Ellis, was originally scheduled to play its final performance on Sunday, August 5th at 2PM.
by Kelsey Denette
- June 28, 2012
Jim Parsons, Jessica Hecht & Carol Kane, stars of Harvey will be interviewed tomorrow from 12:00PM-12:40PM on "The Leonard Lopate Show". The show airs on 93.9 FM and AM 820.
by BroadwayWorld TV
- June 16, 2012
Harvey officially opened last night, June 14, 2012 for a limited engagement through August 5th, 2012, and BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge was there to celebrate with the cast. He spoke with Jim Parsons, who said opening night ws fun but he's glad the pressure is over, as well as Jessica Hecht, Charles Kimbrough, Morgan Spector, Holly Fain, Larry Bryggman, Peter Benson, Angela Paton, Tracee Chimo, Rich Sommer and Carol Kane. Watch the video below, which includes highlights from the production along with the interviews!
by Naomi Serviss
- June 15, 2012
A prolific veteran of film, TV and theater, Carol Kane can be found these days in the Broadway revival of "Harvey" at the Roundabout Theatre.
by Walter McBride
- June 15, 2012
The production officially opened last night, June 14, 2012 for a limited engagement through August 5th, 2012 and BroadwayWorld.com was there to capture the opening night guests on the red carpet!
by Walter McBride
- June 15, 2012
The production officially opened last night, June 14, 2012 for a limited engagement through August 5th, 2012 and BroadwayWorld.com was there to celeberate with the cast at the opening night party!
by Walter McBride
- June 15, 2012
The production officially opened last night, June 14, 2012 for a limited engagement through August 5th, 2012 and BroadwayWorld.com was there to capture the show's opening night curtain call!
by Review Roundups
- June 14, 2012
Roundabout Theatre Company, in association with Don Gregory, presents the new Broadway production of Mary Chase's Harvey. Previews began May 18, and the show officially opens tonight, June 14, 2012, at Studio 54 (254 W. 54th St.), where it will play a limited engagement through August 5. See how the critics reacted below!
by BroadwayWorld TV
- June 14, 2012
Roundabout Theatre Company in association with Don Gregory, is presenting 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 directed by Scott Ellis.
The production officially opens tonight, June 14, 2012 for a limited engagement through August 5th, 2012. Previews began May 18. Excited? Revisit the sneak peek photo and video coverage below!
by Stage Tube
- June 13, 2012
Jim Parsons, who is starring in the Broadway production of HARVEY, appeared May 31st on Comedy Central's 'The Daily Show with Jon Stewart'. Watch the Broadway and 'Big Bang Theory' TV star in the episode below!
by BroadwayWorld TV
- June 6, 2012
Roundabout Theatre Company in association with Don Gregory, is presenting 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 directed by Scott Ellis. Production highlights have been released and below, BroadwayWorld brings you a first look!
by BWW News Desk
- May 31, 2012
Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) in association with Don Gregory, presents 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. BroadwayWorld brings you just-released production photos, featuring the cast on stage, below!
by Kelsey Denette
- May 30, 2012
Jim Parsons, who is starring in the Broadway production of Harvey, will appear on Comedy Central's "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart" on Thursday, May 31st between 11:00PM-11:30PM.
by BWW News Desk
- May 28, 2012
Jim Parsons, who is starring in the Broadway production of Harvey, will appear on ABC's "Live! with Kelly" today, May 28th between 9:00AM-10:00AM on channel 7.
by Stage Tube
- May 26, 2012
Ellen helps Jim Parsons prepare for Jim Parsons, who is starring in the Broadway production of Harvey, recently appeared on Ellen, where the host decided to help him out by preparing him for the onslaught of Broadway distractions, complete with air horns, wind machines, feathers, or whatever else he might encounter on the Great White Way. Watch the video below!
Harvey Frequently Asked Questions
What other productions of Harvey have their 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 other awards has Harvey been nominated for?
Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Jessica Hecht.
What productions of Harvey have their 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?
Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Jessica Hecht.
