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South Pacific Revival 2008 - Articles Page 3

Run Time:
3 three hours, with one intermission
Opened: April 3, 2008
Closing: August 22, 2010

South Pacific - 2008 Broadway History , Info & More

Vivian Beaumont Theatre (Broadway)
150 West 65th St. at Broadway New York, NY 10023

Although well known for its extraordinary score -- the songs include Some Enchanted Evening, Younger Than Springtime, Bali Ha'i, There Is Nothin' Like A Dame, and A Wonderful Guy -- South Pacific is also a deeply felt drama. Its portrayal of Americans stationed in an alien culture in wartime is as relevant today as when it first thrilled audiences in 1949.



Now in its first Broadway revival, South Pacific won seven 2008 Tonys and has been playing to sold-out houses since the first preview in March 2008. Three time Tony nominee Kelli O'Hara and acclaimed bass-baritone David Pittsinger lead the marvelous cast of 40 directed by Tony winner Bartlett Sher.


South Pacific - 2008 - Broadway Cast

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SOUTH PACIFIC'S Burstein Honored with Sardi's Caricature on 2/3
by Eddie Varley - February 2, 2009


Danny Burstein who received a Tony nomination and an Outer Critics Circle Award for his performance as Luther Billis in the current Tony Award winning production of Rodgers & Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC will be honored with a Sardi's caricature on Tuesday, Feb. 3

Mom-to-Be O'Hara To 'Sail' From SOUTH PACIFIC March 1
by Robert Diamond - February 2, 2009


Kelli O'Hara, the Tony nominated star of South Pacific is has a new 'production' in the works that will demand she take leave from the Lincoln Center hit starting in March, she is expecting her first child with husband Greg Naughton. The star's web site now lists March 1, 2009 as her final performance.

Photo Flash: David Pittsinger in SOUTH PACIFIC
by Eddie Varley - December 17, 2008


Bass-Baritone David Pittsinger has assumed the role of Emile de Becque in Lincoln Center Theater's Tony Award winning production of Rodgers & Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC, at the Vivian Beaumont Theater for a limited time. He has stepped in for the production's current Emile de Becque, Tony Winning baritone Paulo Szot, who had to leave the musical to honor two previously scheduled opera commitments.

Opera Star David Pittsinger to Fill in for Szot in SOUTH PACIFIC for 8 & 5 Week Stints
by Robert Diamond - November 10, 2008


Bass-Baritone David Pittsinger will assume the role of Emile de Becque in Lincoln Center Theater's Tony Award winning production of Rodgers & Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC, at the Vivian Beaumont Theater, during two upcoming periods when the production's current Emile de Becque, baritone Paulo Szot, leaves the musical to honor two previously scheduled opera commitments.

Great Neck Arts Center Hosts Annual Gala Fundraiser Honoring Kelli O'Hara
by Faetra Petillo - November 10, 2008


Celebrating its 15th anniversary, the Great Neck Arts Center (GNAC) hosts its annual gala fundraiser, 'Stars of Broadway,' on Monday November 10, at The Tilles Center at the C.W. Post campus of Long Island University. The event -- which includes a VIP cocktail reception, dinner and show will generate support for GNAC's flourishing arts programs that serve thousands of Nassau, Suffolk and Queens residents each month.

South Pacific's Foldesi Plays CD Release Concert at Joe’s Pub November 10th
by Robert Diamond - November 9, 2008


Julie Foldesi, currently appearing in Lincoln Center Theater's South Pacific, will play Joe's Pub on Monday, November 10, 2008 at 11:30pm as part of the Ghostlight series.

Photo Coverage: SOUTH PACIFIC Welcomes Edith Shain
by Peter James Zielinski - November 10, 2008


Edith Shain, the nurse in the iconic kissing photo taken in Times Square the day World War II ended, had 'some enchanted evening' when she visited the Tony Award winning Broadway revival of 'South Pacific' and met the ?sailors' from the cast, Sunday November 9, 2 PM, at the Vivian Beaumont Theater, Lincoln Center.

Edith Shain, Nurse Pictured in Iconic World War II Photo, to Visit SOUTH PACIFIC 11/9
by Faetra Petillo - November 6, 2008


Edith Shain, the nurse in the iconic kissing photo taken in Times Square the day World War II ended, will have some enchanted evening when she visits the Tony Award winning Broadway revival of "South Pacific" and meets with ‘sailors' from the cast, Sunday November 9, 2 PM, Vivian Beaumont Theater, Lincoln Center.

Photo Coverage: Mitzi Gaynor Visits SOUTH PACIFIC
by Walter McBride - October 10, 2008


Mitzi Gaynor, Nellie Forbush in the 1958 film version of SOUTH PACIFIC, met the cast of the current Broadway revival production at Lincoln Center's Vivian Beaumont Theatre on October 9, 2008.

'South Pacific' To Give Special Actor's Fund Performance
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2008


The Actors Fund is proud to announce a Special Benefit Performance of the Tony® Award winning revival of Rodgers and Hammerstein's South Pacific on Sunday, September 21st, 8 pm. The evening stars the original cast and is made possible by special arrangement with Lincoln Center Theater. Complimentary membership tickets can not be used for this performance.

Great Neck Arts Center Hosts Annual Gala Fundraiser Honoring Kelli O'Hara
by Faetra Petillo - September 12, 2008


Celebrating its 15th anniversary, the Great Neck Arts Center (GNAC) hosts its annual gala fundraiser, 'Stars of Broadway,' on Monday November 10, at The Tilles Center at the C.W. Post campus of Long Island University. The event -- which includes a VIP cocktail reception, dinner and show will generate support for GNAC's flourishing arts programs that serve thousands of Nassau, Suffolk and Queens residents each month.

'South Pacific' To Give Special Actor's Fund Performance
by Faetra Petillo - August 20, 2008


The Actors Fund is proud to announce a Special Benefit Performance of the Tony® Award winning revival of Rodgers and Hammerstein's South Pacific on Sunday, September 21st, 8 pm. The evening stars the original cast and is made possible by special arrangement with Lincoln Center Theater. Complimentary membership tickets can not be used for this performance.

Interview with William Michals, This Week's Emile de Becque
by Adrienne Onofri - September 9, 2008


Paulo Szot is off this week, so it's 'America's Baritone's' turn to shine.

GYPSY OF THE MONTH: Christian Delcroix of 'South Pacific'
by Adrienne Onofri - July 1, 2008


After appearing on regional stages nationwide, Christian made his NYC debut in the Tony-winning Best Revival.

Masterworks Broadway Presents 'South Pacific' Podcasts
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2008


Masterworks Broadway, in celebration of the critically acclaimed 2008 Broadway Cast Recording of Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific, proudly presents new episodes of 'Masterworks Broadway Podcast Theatre,' the acclaimed podcast series.

Photo Coverage: 'South Pacific' Performance & CD Signing
by Walter McBride - June 6, 2008


Yesterday, June 5th, the cast of SOUTH PACIFIC performed and signed CDs at Barnes and Nobles Lincoln Triangle.

'South Pacific' Performance and CD Signing 6/5
by BWW News Desk - June 5, 2008


On June 5, 2008, stars of Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific will perform selections from the new Broadway Cast Recording as well as participate in a CD signing.

'South Pacific' Number One on Billboard's Cast Album Chart
by BWW News Desk - June 4, 2008


The 2008 Broadway Cast Recording of Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific (Sony BMG Masterworks Broadway) currently leads the Billboard Cast Album Chart.

South Pacific History

Other Productions of South Pacific

1949   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1950   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
1951   West End London Production
West End
1955   Broadway Unknown
Broadway
1967   Off-Broadway Lincoln Center Revival
Off-Broadway
1988   West End London Revival
West End
1994   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
2001   West End Royal National Theatre Production
West End
2005   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Concert
Off-Broadway
2008   Broadway Lincoln Center Revival
Broadway
2011   West End Lincoln Center Revival [West End]
West End
2022   US Tour Non Equity Tour
US Tour
2022   West End
West End

South Pacific - 2008 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2008 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Paulo Szot
2008 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Kelli O'Hara
2008 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Bartlett Sher
2008 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Danny Burstein
2008 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lighting Design Donald Holder
2008 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical South Pacific
2008 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Set Design of a Musical Michael Yeargan
2008 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Sound Design Scott Lehrer
2008 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Paulo Szot
2008 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Paulo Szot
2008 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Kelli O'Hara
2008 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreography Christopher Gattelli
2008 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Costume Design Catherine Zuber
2008 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Bartlett Sher
2008 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Danny Burstein
2008 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical 0
2008 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Set Design Michael Yeargan
2008 The Hewes Awards Lighting Design Donald Holder
2008 Theatre World Awards Performance Loretta Ables Sayre
2008 Theatre World Awards Performance Paulo Szot
2008 Tony Awards Best Choreography Christopher Gattelli
2008 Tony Awards Best Costume Design of a Musical Catherine Zuber
2008 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Bartlett Sher
2008 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design of a Musical Donald Holder
2008 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Danny Burstein
2008 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Paulo Szot
2008 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Loretta Ables Sayre
2008 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Kelli O'Hara
2008 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Bob Boyett
2008 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Lincoln Center Theater
2008 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design of a Musical Michael Yeargan
2008 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design of a Musical Michael Yeargan
2008 Tony Awards Best Sound Design of a Musical Scott Lehrer

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