Based on the film "They Knew What They Wanted" by Sidney Howard.
Frank Loesser, composer/lyricist of ?Guys and Dolls,? scored his greatest artistic triumph with this touching, dramatic and intensely personal love story about a middle-aged vintner, Tony, whose mail-order marriage proposal is accepted under the girl?s mistaken assumption a photo more...
(Swing)
Bill Badolato, who previously served as a replacement dancer in "On Your Toes" at the Virginia Theater, was an original cast dancer and held a speaking role as the Priest in the 1991 revival of "The Most Happy Fella," starring Spiro Malas and Sophie Hayden. more...
Buddy Crutchfield, who played Ciccio in the Broadway production of The Most Happy Fella at the Booth Theatre, has an impressive career that includes appearances on the Tony Awards and a national tour with Cats. more...
(Standby)
Liz Larsen, who earned Tony, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle nominations for her performance in "The Most Happy Fella," boasts an impressive Broadway resume including roles in "Beautiful," "Hairspray," and "Rocky Horror." more...
Mark Lotito, who has an extensive Broadway resume including notable roles in Jersey Boys and Fiddler on the Roof, was also a part of the cast of The Most Happy Fella, showcasing his versatile talent on the stage. more...
Charles Pistone, who portrayed Joe in the Broadway revival of Frank Loesser's *The Most Happy Fella*, has an extensive career that includes notable roles such as Frank Manero in *Saturday Night Fever* and Valentin in *Kiss of the Spiderwoman*. more...
Ed Romanoff, known for his diverse roles in Broadway productions such as Hairspray and The Most Happy Fella, showcased his talent in the Broadway cast recording of The Most Happy Fella, adding to his extensive career in theatre, television, and regional performances across the country. more...
Awards and Nominations
1992 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actor - Musical: Spiro Malas was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Actress - Musical: Sophie Hayden was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical: Scott Waara was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical: Liz Larsen was nominated but did not win.
1992 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Best Actor - Musical: Spiro Malas was nominated but did not win.
Best Actress - Musical: Sophie Hayden was nominated but did not win.
Best Actress - Musical: Liz Larsen was nominated but did not win.
1992 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical: Sophie Hayden was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
John Lee Beatty Scenic Designer
Liza Gennaro Choreographer
Jess Goldstein Costume Designer
Gerald Gutierrez Director
Craig Miller Lighting Designer
Tim Stella Musical Director
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