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South Pacific is a musical composed by Richard Rodgers, with lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II and book by Hammerstein and Joshua Logan. The work premiered in 1949 on Broadway and was an immediate hit, running for 1,925 performances.
- Oscar Hammerstein II, Joshua Logan
- Richard Rodgers
Jan 20, 2024 · Big League Productions, Inc. has announced the 2022 national tour of its innovative new production of one of the most beloved classic musicals of all time, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s South Pacific. This Tony Award- and Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece sets sail to 43 cities nationwide in 2022, after opening on February 7 in Lakeland, FL.
Synopsis. Set against the dramatic background of an idyllic South Pacific island during WWII, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s South Pacific intertwines the themes of romance, duty, and prejudice to create a story that is all at once hilarious, heartbreaking, and thought-provoking.
South Pacific. Music by Richard Rodgers | Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II | Book by Oscar Hammerstein II and Joshua Logan | Adapted from the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel Tales of the South Pacific by James Michener.
This beloved musical takes place on a South Pacific island during World War II where two love stories are threatened by the dangers of prejudice and war. With songs such as “Some Enchanted Evening,” “I’m Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair,” “Younger Than Spring-time,” and “There Is Nothin’ Like A Dame,” SOUTH PACIFIC’s lush score contains some of the best songs ever ...
1949 Original Broadway Production. Premiering on Broadway at the Majestic Theatre on April 7, 1949, South Pacific was an instant hit with critics and audiences alike. Starring Mary Martin as Ensign Nellie Forbush and opera star Ezio Pinza as Emile De Becque, South Pacific would run 1,925 performances on Broadway, taking its final bow on January ...
April 19 - May 19. Buy Tickets. A timeless classic that will sweep you away! Drift away to Bali Ha’i with the unforgettable melodies of South Pacific! This classic Rodgers and Hammerstein musical isn’t just romance and drama – it’s a treasure trove of timeless songs.
