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Based on the film "They Knew What They Wanted" by Sidney Howard.Frank Loesser, composer/lyricist of ?Guys and Dolls,? scored his greatest artistic triumph with this touching, dramatic and intensely personal love story about a middle-aged vintner, Tony, whose mail-order marriage proposal is accepted under the girl?s mistaken assumption a photo of his young, handsome foreman is her intended husband.BRBRHer hurt and humiliation when she learns the truth, as well as a terrible accident which nearly kills Tony as he hurries to meet her, almost ends the relationship before it begins, but a loving understanding blossoms between them during Tony?s long convalescence. Full synopsis

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Theodora Brandon

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Ralph Farnworth

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Alan Gilbert (i)

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Russell Goodwin

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John Henson, a graphic and costume designer from Atlanta, Ga, who has contributed his talents to numerous Broadway classics such as CABARET, WICKED, and RENT, showcased his expertise in "The Most Happy Fella," bringing a wealth of experience from his work with Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS and collaborations with industry icons like Susan Hilferty and William Ivey Long. more...

Richard Hermany

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Keith Kaldenberg

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Rosabella (u/s)

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Genevieve Owens

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Arthur Partington

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Arthur Rubin, who had his first stage singing role providing off-stage vocals for Bert Lahr in Two on the Aisle, went on to have larger roles in productions such as The Most Happy Fella, Kean, and Juno. more...

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Christopher Snell

Jo Sullivan, who managed the Frank Loesser estate after his death, played a significant role in guiding his musicals, including *The Most Happy Fella*. more...

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See awards and nominations on the The Most Happy Fella page

Other productions of The Most Happy Fella

1959 Broadway — City Center Revival · Cast
1960 West End — London Production · Cast
1979 Broadway — Broadway Revival · Cast
1991 Off-Broadway — New York City Opera Revival · Cast
1992 Broadway — Broadway Revival · Cast
2006 Off-Broadway — New York City Opera Revival · Cast
2014 Off-Broadway — Encores! Concert · Cast

Production Team

Motley Costume Designer

Joseph Anthony Director
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Dania Krupska Choreographer

Jo Mielziner Lighting Designer

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Don Walker Orchestrator

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