John Loves Mary
Comedy - Original
Booth Theatre (February 04, 1947 - March 17, 1947)
Music Box Theatre (March 17, 1947 - February 07, 1948)
Data not verified
- First Preview:
- Opening Date: February 4, 1947
- Closing Date: February 7, 1948
- Previews: 0
- Performances: 423
Playwright: Norman Krasna
Synopsis
An ex-G.I. marries an English girl in order to bring her over to America for the fellow soldier she really loves, hoping to get a quick divorce so they can marry and he can marry the girl of his dreams, in Norman Krasna's comedy.
Opening Night Cast
| Harry Bannister | Harwood Biddle | |
| Lyle Bettger | Lt. Victor O'Leary | |
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Nina Foch | Mary McKinley |
| Ann Mason | Mrs. Phyllis McKinley | |
| William Prince | John Lawrence | |
| Max Showalter | George Beechwood | |
| Loring Smith | Senator James McKinley |
Opening Night Production Credits
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Norman Krasna | Writer |
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Joshua Logan | Director |
| Frederick Fox | Scenic Design | |
| Lucinda Ballard | Costume Design | |
| Frederick Fox | Lighting Design | |
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Richard Rodgers | Producer |
Awards
Clarence Derwent Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | Most Promising Male Performer | Thomas Ewell | Winner |
Tony Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | Costume Design (Play or Musical) | Lucinda Ballard | Winner |
