The June 14th, 7:00pm concert will celebrate Bob Merrill's tuneful score and Nora Johnson's beloved novel, with appearances by members of the original Broadway company, and some of Broadway's brightest teenage performers.
Joining the cast as the evening's narrator is the show's original star, Neva Small (Henry, Sweet Henry, Something's Afoot), best known for her turn as Chava in the film version of Fiddler On The Roof. Ms. Small originated the role of Marian Gilbert in Henry, Sweet Henry's original 1967 production.
As previously announced, Beada Briglia (Matilda, A Christmas Story) as Valerie Boyd, Megan Moynahan as Marian Gilbert and Alexa Shae Niziak (Matilda, A Christmas Story, Cat On a Hot Tin Roof) as Kafritz. Also featured in the ensemble will be Julia DeSimone.
Henry, Sweet Henry was produced on Broadway in 1967, featuring a book by Nunnally Johnson and music and lyrics by five-time Tony Award nominee Bob Merrill. The show, based on the novel and film The World of Henry Orient, has since become a cult favorite. Come learn why audiences who know this musical love it, and hear this dynamite Bob Merrill score performed by newcomers, surprise guests, and original company members alike! Follow Val and Gil, two smitten teens, as they chase famed composer Henry Orient up and down Manhattan and unwittingly expose his numerous affairs in this concert presentation of the charming and rarely-seen musical Henry, Sweet Henry
Henry, Sweet Henry is presented as part of the Second Act Series, produced by Steven Carl McCasland and James Horan. Each evening revisits a short-lived musical, highlighting its neglected score and inviting audiences to rediscover a forgotten gem. Previous evenings include: Onward Victoria, Charlie and Algernon and Eating Raoul. For tickets to the June 14th concert, (beginning at $35), visit 54below.com/events/54-sings-henry-sweet-henry.
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