The Most Happy Fella
Musical - Revival
Majestic Theatre
Data not verified
- First Preview: September 20, 1979
- Opening Date: October 11, 1979
- Closing Date: November 25, 1979
- Previews: 23
- Performances: 53
Lyrics: Frank Loesser
Book: Frank Loesser
Music: Frank Loesser
Synopsis
A middle-aged Italian vineyard owner falls in love with a pretty waitress from afar, sends her the picture of his handsome foreman, and convinces her to move to his California vineyard and marry him, in Frank Loesser's musical adaptation of Sidney Howard's play They Knew What They Wanted.
Opening Night Cast
| Giorgio Tozzi | Tony | |
| Steven Alex-Cole | Neighbor Max |
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| Lawrence Asher | Neighbor The Priest |
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| Dean Badolato | Clem Neighbor |
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| Frederick Burchinal | Tony |
Opening Night Production Credits
 |
Frank Loesser | Book |
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Frank Loesser | Music |
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Frank Loesser | Lyrics |
 |
Jack O'Brien | Director |
 |
Graciela Daniele | Choreographer |
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Douglas W. Schmidt | Scenic Design |
Awards
Drama Desk Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Outstanding Actor in a Musical | Giorgio Tozzi | Nominee |
Tony Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Actor in a Musical | Giorgio Tozzi | Nominee |
