Happy New Year
Musical - Original
Morosco Theatre
Data not verified
- First Preview: April 4, 1980
- Opening Date: April 27, 1980
- Closing Date: May 10, 1980
- Previews: 27
- Performances: 17
Lyrics: Cole Porter
Music: Cole Porter
Synopsis
A young banker who has worked his way up from poverty plans to retire as soon as he's made enough money to enjoy life, which scandalizes his rich fiancée but pleases her free-spirited sister. A musical adaptation of Philip Barry's play Holiday, featuring songs by Cole Porter.
Opening Night Cast
| Richard Bekins | Edward Seton, Jr. | |
| Richard Christopher | Steven Harrison |
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| Leslie Denniston | Linda Seton | |
| Morgan Ensminger | Anderson Charles |
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| Mary Sue Finnerty | Mary Miss Madden |
Opening Night Production Credits
 |
Cole Porter | Music |
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Cole Porter | Lyrics |
| Burt Shevelove | Director | |
| Donald Saddler | Choreographer | |
| Pierre Balmain | Costume Design | |
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Ken Billington | Lighting Design |
Awards
Drama Desk Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Outstanding Costume Design | Pierre Balmain | Winner |
Theatre World
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Theatre World Award | Leslie Denniston | Winner |
Tony Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Costume Design (Play or Musical) | Pierre Balmain | Nominee |
