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Opened: January 18, 1968

The Happy Time - 1968 - Broadway History , Info & More

Broadway Theatre (Broadway)
1681 Broadway New York, NY

Based on the play by Samuel Taylor


Based on the book by Robert Fontaine

The Happy Time - 1968 - Broadway Cast

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Berkeley Repertory Theatre's The Ground Floor to Celebrate 10th Anniversary With Upcoming Residency Lab
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 4, 2022


Berkeley Repertory Theatre’s Artistic Director Johanna Pfaelzer and Director of the Ground Floor Madeleine Oldham announced the Residency Lab participants and the return to full capacity of the Residency Lab portion of The Ground Floor: Berkeley Rep’s Center for the Creation and Development of New Work.

Mint Theater to Present American Premiere of Noël Coward's THE RAT TRAP & World Premiere of BECOMES A WOMAN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2022


The Mint Theater company will be presenting the American Premiere of Noel Coward's The Rap Trap, and the world premiere of Becomes a Woman by Betty Smith (A Tree Grows in Brooklyn).

Lincoln Center For The Performing Arts Announces Fall/Winter Programming
by Stephi Wild - Aug 25, 2022


Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts has announced its fall/winter programming, reflective of its artistic vision, featuring a mix of collaborations with constituents across Lincoln Center and a focus on genres historically underrepresented on campus.

Kennedy Caughell, Jelani Remy, Lana Gordon & More to Star in MOZART: HER STORY �" THE NEW MUSICAL Staged Readings
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 23, 2022


Timeless Stage & Screen, Amas Musical Theatre and The Amas Musical Theatre Lab will present staged readings of MOZART: HER STORY – THE NEW MUSICAL, with book and lyrics by Tegan Summer and music and additional lyrics by Gregory Nabours.

Cast Announced for the World Premiere of THE RIPPLE, THE WAVE THAT CARRIED ME HOME at Berkeley Repertory Theatre
by Steve Schonberg - Aug 17, 2022


Berkeley Repertory Theatre has announced casting for the world premiere production of the ripple, the wave that carried me home by Christina Anderson, directed by Jackson Gay, and produced in association with Goodman Theatre. 

The Road Theatre Company Announces The Summer Playwrights Festival 13 To Perform This Month
by Grace Cutler - Jul 2, 2022


The Road Theatre Company and Taylor Gilbert, Founding Artistic Director, together with Sam Anderson, Artistic Director, remain committed to their meaningful mission to produce and develop New Work for the Stage while theaters across the U.S. slowly reopen this year.

THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES is Now Playing at Alabama Shakespeare Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2022


Alabama Shakespeare Festival presents the hit Off-Broadway musical The Marvelous Wonderettes, May 24 - June 26 on the Festival Stage.

FALSETTOS, HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH & More Announced for BroadwayHD Pride Month Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 31, 2022


BroadwayHD is delivering a variety of titles this June for viewers at home to stream. Additionally, they offer an extensive list of titles and documentaries worth viewing in honor of Pride month!

Alabama Shakespeare Festival Presents THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES
by A.A. Cristi - May 25, 2022


Alabama Shakespeare Festival presents the hit Off-Broadway musical The Marvelous Wonderettes, May 24 - June 26 on the Festival Stage.

Amas Musical Theatre Announces Winners of the 4th Annual Eric H. Weinberger Award for Emerging Librettists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2022


Amas Musical Theatre today announced the recipients of the fourth Eric H. Weinberger Award for Emerging Librettists, a juried cash and production grant given annually to support the early work and career of a deserving musical theatre librettist, commemorating the life and work of playwright/librettist Eric H. Weinberger.

BWW Review: A TOMATO CAN'T GROW IN THE BRONX at Center Playhouse Is A Timeless Story About Changing Family Dynamics
by Erica Handel - Apr 4, 2022


Gary Morgenstein’s original play A Tomato Can’t Grow In The Bronx makes its world premiere this month at Center Playhouse in Freehold. The play is produced by Bob Szita and directed by Bernice Garfield-Szita, who serves as the theatre’s Artistic Director.

2022 GI Film Festival Announces Film Lineup
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 2, 2022


Organizers of the GI Film Festival San Diego are thrilled to announce a diverse film lineup for its annual event happening May 17-21, 2022 at the Museum of Photographic Arts (MOPA) in Balboa Park. The film festival is dedicated to presenting films and events for, by and about military and veterans, and is set to return to in-person screenings for the first time since 2019. The online box office will open on April 1 at GIFilmFestivalSD.org.

Ensemble Studio Theatre & the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Announce the 2022 First Light Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2022


ENSEMBLE STUDIO THEATRE along with The Alfred P. Sloan Foundation have announced the lineup for the 2022 First Light Festival, part of the EST/Sloan Project to develop plays exploring science and technology.  

Review Roundup: AIN'T TOO PROUD on Tour; Read the Reviews
by Stephi Wild - Jan 19, 2022


The National Tour of Ain't Too Proud officially kicked off at the Kennedy Center, after cancelling 15 performances due to COVID-19. Performances began on December 28 and continued through January 16.

BWW Exclusive: A History of ANNIE on Broadway and Beyond
by Jeffrey Kare - Dec 2, 2021


Tonight, NBC will air its sixth live musical production. Following in the footsteps of The Sound of Music, Peter Pan, The Wiz, Hairspray, and Jesus Christ Superstar, the peacock network will be presenting Annie. Based on Harold Gray's comic strip titled Little Orphan Annie, this musical tells the story of a little orphan with equal measures of pluck and positivity who charms everyone's hearts, despite a next-to-nothing start in New York City in the year 1933.

The 10th Annual TD James Moody Festival Announced at NJPAC
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2021


The New Jersey Performing Arts Center celebrates the 10th annual TD James Moody Jazz Festival showcasing an all-star lineup of the country's best musicians, held Nov 5-21, including the award-winning Maria Schneider Orchestra, the New Jersey premiere of Christian McBride's The Movement Revisited, the Tony Award-winning Lillias White (currently on Broadway in Chicago), a special tribute concert to George Wein.

BTG Presents Concerts at The Colonial
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2021


Concerts at The Colonial Theatre include: Lez Zeppelin (10/8), Reelin' in the Years: Celebrating the Music of Steely Dan (10/22), The Linda Ronstadt Experience with American Idol Star Tristan McIntosh (11/6) and Rev Tor 25th Anniversary Jam (11/20).

New Documentary THE MAYBERRY EFFECT Explores Enduring Legacy Of THE ANDY GRIFFITH SHOW
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 31, 2021


Few television programs from the 1960s remain as instantly recognizable and still bring a smile to people's faces as 'The Andy Griffith Show.' Now, an award-winning feature-length documentary film, 'The Mayberry Effect' explores the iconic sitcom's enduring impact and the reasons so many fans of all ages are still drawn to it.

The Carnegie Travels to the END OF THE RAINBOW with Latest Theatrical Production 
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 26, 2021


Judy Garland was a star of stage and screen whose talent was unparalleled in its time. Her personal journey, however, was not always filled with sunshine and happiness. Now, The Carnegie will explore and celebrate her legacy when it travels to the END OF THE RAINBOW at Covington Plaza Outdoor Amphitheater this September. 

Patti LuPone, Audra McDonald & André De Shields to be Honored by The Theatre World Awards, Hosted Online by BroadwayWorld
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2021


The Theatre World Awards Board of Directors announced today, as a departure from the annual awards ceremony, will present a one-night only virtual event to honor Broadways best with a Special Gala Award Benefit to help raise funds for the prestigious Theatre World Awards.

UN DÍA COMO HOY: Nacía Gower Champion
by Nuria Pedret - Jun 22, 2021


Con motivo del aniversario del coreógrafo estadounidense, queremos revisar algunos de sus bailes más icónicos

SPACE JAM: A NEW LEGACY, GOSSIP GIRL, JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH & More to Arrive On HBO Max This July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 21, 2021


Find out what's coming to HBO Max in July! It’s time to get your squad together to watch the Tunes play the Goons in “Space Jam: A New Legacy.” In the film, basketball champion and global icon LeBron James goes on an epic adventure alongside the timeless Tune Bugs Bunny and the Tune Squad in this animated/live-action event.

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS and More Announced for The Carnegie 2021-22 Theatre Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 15, 2021


The Theatre Series is back! The Carnegie's 2021-22 season features a fast-talking plant; an intimate glimpse into the complicated life of a Hollywood icon; a heartwarming, family musical that will have everyone humming “Do-Re-Mi”; and the debut of a new script by a local arts leader.

Pianist Bill Evans' Trio 1969 Netherlands Performances to Be Released on Elemental Music's Behind The Dikes
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 27, 2021


Pianist Bill Evans' musically fruitful 1969 appearances in the Netherlands produced a trove of masterfully played records, which finally will receive authorized release on Elemental Music's Behind the Dikes: The 1969 Netherlands Recordings.

What's On Stage This Summer? Check Out Our Guide To Theatre Across The Country!
by Alan Henry - Apr 24, 2021


We've rounded up some of the top productions on stage this summer! Find something near you to see using our comprehensive guide below!

Other Productions of The Happy Time

1968   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2008   Arlington, VA (Regional) Kander & Ebb Celebration Production
Arlington, VA (Regional)

The Happy Time - 1968 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1968 The Hewes Awards Scenic Design Peter Wexler
1968 Theatre World Awards Performance Julie Gregg
1968 Theatre World Awards Performance Michael Rupert
1968 Tony Awards Best Choreography Gower Champion
1968 Tony Awards Best Costume Design Freddy Wittop
1968 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Gower Champion
1968 Tony Awards Best Musical 0
1968 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre John Kander
1968 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Robert Goulet
1968 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical David Wayne
1968 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Mike Rupert
1968 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Julie Gregg
1968 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design Peter Wexler

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