Henry, Sweet Henry
Musical - Original
Palace Theatre
Data not verified
- First Preview: October 12, 1967
- Opening Date: October 23, 1967
- Closing Date: December 31, 1967
- Previews: 12
- Performances: 80
Lyrics: Bob Merrill
Music: Bob Merrill
Book: Nunnally Johnson
Synopsis
A lonely and neglected teenager idolizes and follows the exploits of a famous concert pianist and ladykiller, in Bob Merrill and Nunnally Johnson's musical adaptation of the Nora Johnson novel and film The World of Henry Orient.
Opening Night Cast
| Don Ameche | Henry Orient | |
| Milo Boulton | Mr. Boyd | |
| Carol Bruce | Mrs. Boyd | |
| Louise Lasser | Stella | |
| Alice Playten | Kafritz | |
| Julie Sargant | Usherette | |
| Neva Small | Marian Gilbert | |
| K. C. Townsend | Big Val |
Opening Night Production Credits
| Nunnally Johnson | Book | |
| Bob Merrill | Music | |
| Bob Merrill | Lyrics | |
| George Roy Hill | Director | |
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Michael Bennett | Choreographer |
| Robert Randolph | Scenic Design |
Awards
Theatre World
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | Theatre World Award | Alice Playten | Winner |
Tony Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | Choreography | Michael Bennett | Nominee |
| 1968 | Featured Actress in a Musical | Alice Playten | Nominee |
