Mama Rose meets "The Hostess with the Mostes' on the Ball" in Happy Hunting, the 1956 musical that was a star vehicle written for the incomparable Ethel Merman. A huge, flamboyant, bubbly, light-hearted romp, Happy Hunting features a gag-filled book by the authors of Anything Goes and a delectable score more...
Marilynn Bradley, who graced the Broadway stage in *Happy Hunting*, has had a prolific career in musical theater, including notable performances in *Pipe Dreams*, *Ankles Away*, and *Plain and Fancy*. more...
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Ethel Merman, celebrated as "the undisputed First Lady of the musical comedy stage," brought her legendary talent to the original production of *Happy Hunting*, further solidifying her iconic status in theater history. more...
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Estelle Parsons, known for her illustrious career in both theatre and film, appeared in "Happy Hunting," adding to her extensive list of stage credits that include performances in works by Edward Albee, Tennessee Williams, and Tracy Letts. more...
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Awards and Nominations
1957 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Fernando Lamas was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical: Virginia Gibson was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical: Ethel Merman was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Jay Blackton Musical Director
Abe Burrows Director
Director
Seymour Ginzler Orchestrator
(Additional Orchestrations)
(Additional Orchestrations)
Joe Glover Orchestrator
(Additional Orchestrations)
(Additional Orchestrations)
Bob Herget Choreographer
(Musical Staging)
(Musical Staging)
Jo Mielziner Lighting Designer
Scenic Designer
Alex Romero Choreographer
(Musical Staging)
(Musical Staging)
Ted Royal Orchestrator
Irene Sharaff Costume Designer
Don Walker Orchestrator
(Additional Orchestrations)
(Additional Orchestrations)
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