If you thought you knew the story of "The Princess and the Pea", you may be in for a walloping surprise! Did you know, for instance, that Princess Winifred actually swam the moat to reach Prince Dauntless the Drab? Or that it may not have been the pea at all more...
(Princess of Farfelot)
Carol Burnett, an award-winning actress renowned for her work on "The Carol Burnett Show," also captivated audiences with her performance in "Once Upon a Mattress," showcasing her versatility and comedic talent on Broadway more...
(Applause Books)
(Applause Books)
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Awards and Nominations
1960 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical: Carol Burnett was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
William and Jean Eckart Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
George Abbott Director
Arthur Beck Orchestrator
Hal Hastings Musical Director
Carroll Huxley Orchestrator
Hershy Kay Orchestrator
Joe Layton Choreographer
(Musical Staging)
(Musical Staging)
Tharon Musser Lighting Designer
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