Spanning 150 years, Pacific Overtures tells the story of Commodore Matthew Perry's arrival in the "Floating Kingdom" of Nippon in 1853. The show chronicles the influence America had upon Japan, detailing and dramatizing the westernization of Japanese culture.
Original Cast
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Williams
Imperial Priest
Abe, First Councillor
Abe/First Councillor
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Musician - Shamisen
Awards and Nominations
Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical | Isao Sato |
| 1976 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical | Mako |
Production Team
Jonathan Tunick Orchestrator
Richard Allen Wig Designer
Make-Up Designer
Boris Aronson Scenic Designer
Patricia Birch Choreographer
Paul Gemignani Musical Director
Paul Huntley Wig Designer
Florence Klotz Costume Designer
Jack Mann Sound Designer
Tharon Musser Lighting Designer
Harold Prince Director
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