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Derived from James A. Michener’s award-winning novel Tales of the South Pacific, South Pacific is a must-see Broadway play that has been entertaining audiences since its Broadway debut on April 7, 1949. With over 1,925 performances in South Pacific’s first five years, South Pacific earned the title of the fifth-longest running Broadway show at the time of its finale. South Pacific has garnered an unparalleled amount of success and acclaim during its initial run and latter revival, drawing in massive audiences into theaters across the nation to witness the touching tale of two love-struck couples.
South Pacific tells the tale of two couples struggling to overcome the harsh realities of life during World War II. Set on a tropical island in the Pacific, which serves as the perfect location for US Navy nurse Nellie Forbush and local plantation owner Emile De Becque to fall in love. Meanwhile, Lieutenant Joe Cable has become infatuated with Liat, the daughter of the uncontrollable Bloody Mary. Audiences are taken on a roller coaster of emotions as South Pacific’s unforgettable characters are confronted with heart-wrenching struggles and glorious revelations.
With a history of award-winning cast members including Reba McEntire as Nellie Forbush and Alec Baldwin as Luther Billis, South Pacific has set a high standard in the world of Broadway. South Pacific has picked up an astounding 10 Tony Awards, which includes best musical, best female performer (Mary Martin), and best male performer (Pinza). Critics around the world have lavished South Pacific with critical acclaim, and critic Richard Watts even described it as “…an utterly captivating work of theatrical art.”
2008 proves to be an exciting year for theater buffs as South Pacific debuted on March 1st in its first Broadway revival. Directed by the visionary Bartlett Sher and featuring choreography by Christopher Gattelli, South Pacific promises to be the hottest play on the Great White Way. Memorable songs such as “Some Enchanted Evening” and “Bali Ha’i” will be performed by the talented cast of Kelli O’Hara, Mathew Morrison, and Paulo Szot. Don’t miss out on this spectacular play, order your South Pacific tickets from OnlineTickets.com today!
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