Based on "Tales of the South Pacific" by James A. Michener
The plot of South Pacific centers on an American nurse stationed on a South Pacific island during World War II who falls in love with a middle-aged expatriate French plantation owner. This story is intertwined with a secondary romance, between more...
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Don Leslie, known for his work as the bass player for KICK - The INXS Experience, Benton Blount, and Secret Weapon, brought his musical talents to South Pacific, enriching the show's orchestral performance. more...
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Awards and Nominations
1950 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Ezio Pinza won.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Myron McCormick won.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Ezio Pinza won.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical: Juanita Hall won.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical: Mary Martin won.
Production Team
Motley Costume Designer
Robert Russell Bennett Orchestrator
Salvatore Dell'Isola Musical Director
Joshua Logan Director/Choreographer
Director
Choreographer
(Musical Staging)
(Musical Staging)
Jo Mielziner Scenic Designer
Lighting Designer
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