Suggested by The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder which was an adaptation of Wilder’s The Merchant of Yonkers which was based on the 1835 English farce A Day Well Spent by John Oxenford, and the 1842 Austrian farce Einen Jux Will er Sich Machen by Johann Nestoy
Carol Channing, renowned for her iconic portrayal of Dolly Gallagher Levi, not only originated the role on Broadway but also starred in two New York revivals and extensively toured the United States with Hello, Dolly! more...
Awards and Nominations
1978 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Eddie Bracken was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Martin Aronstein Lighting Designer
Jack Craig Choreographer
John L. DeMain Musical Director
Paul Huntley Wig Designer
Oliver Smith Scenic Designer
Lucia Victor Director
Freddy Wittop Costume Designer
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