"South Pacific" on Broadway Shows No Signs of Slowing Down

The curtain rang down on Rodgers & Hammerstein’s South Pacific in 1954 after five years of extraordinary acclaim and countless awards including nine Tonys and a Pulitzer. Now in its first Broadway revival, one of my favorite all time shows, SOUTH PACIFIC won seven 2008 Tonys and has been playing to sold-out houses since the first preview in March 2008 and show's no sign of slowing down anytime soon!

The marvelous cast of 40, led by Laura Osnes(Grease) and 2008 Tony-winner for Outstanding Actor in a Musical, Paulo Szot, is directed by Tony winner Bartlett Sher (The Light in the Piazza,Awake and Sing! and the current critically acclaimed hit play "Joe Turner's Come and Gone")

Although well known for its extraordinary score -- the songs include "Some Enchanted Evening", "Younger Than Springtime", "Bali Ha'i", "There Is Nothin' Like A Dame", and "A Wonderful Guy" -- SOUTH PACIFIC is also a deeply felt drama. Its portrayal of Americans stationed in an alien culture in wartime is as relevant today as when it first thrilled audiences in 1949.

Based on James Michener’s Pulitzer Prize winning book Tales of the South Pacific, the musical is set on a tropical island during World War II and tells the sweeping romantic story of two couples – U.S. Navy nurse Nellie Forbush(Laura Osnes) and French plantation owner Emile de Becque (Tony award winner Paulo Szot) and Marine Joe Cable and a young local native girl Liat – and how their happiness is threatened by the realities of the war and by their own prejudices. Considered by many the finest musical ever written and I could not agree more!!

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South Pacific at Lincoln Center-One of New York's Best Shows

In 2008 South Pacific won 7 Tony Awards for Broadway's Best Revival. Our little ticket agency Applause Theater Service, located in New York City, sold a ton of tickets for this show.

Although it is still popular, many theater-goers have seen it. And you know the old saying, "whatever goes up, eventually comes down". All I mean by this is that South Pacific is a tremendously exciting Broadway Show to see, but for a limited time only, you can obtain seats for discount prices as the first year of bigger than usual demand for new shows is over.

South Pacific is one of New York's landmark shows and this version is only the first revival of an over 50 year old show. Maybe this is why it is so special. The original South Pacific won a Pulitzer Prize, played for over five years and won nine Tony Awards. Songs like "Some Enchanted Evening", "Younger Than Springtime" and "Nothing Like A Dame" are some of the classic Rodgers and Hammerstein favorites.

Currently Laura Osnes stars as Ensign Nellie Forbush, taking over the role played by Kelli O'Hara. Ms. O'Hara is having a baby soon and plans on returning to South Pacific in October of 2009. The supporting cast for South Pacific is extremely talented and the creative team features direction by Bartlett Sher, scenic design by Michael Yeargan, costume design by Catherine Zuber, lighting design by Donald Holder and sound design by Scott Lehrer. The talent both on stage and creatively are some of the finest the theater industry has ever seen.

Although South Pacific was a complete sold out show in 2008, right now there are a few weekday performances that Applause Theater Service can get you at a discount off the regular prices. The discount is valid for performances on Tuesday evenings, Wednesday matinee and evenings and some Thursdays, subject to availability. The special prices are valid for many performances now through May 21, 2009. If you need to go on the weekend, not to worry friends. Simply call Applause locally in New York at 212-307-7050 or toll free at 800-451-9930 and they will provide you with great seats and the most reasonable prices as well. South Pacific is one of my most favorite shows. It is just the type of "old fashioned" production that takes me back to the days when I was first introduced to the "magic" of live Broadway entertainment.

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Some Enchanted Evening

There ain't nothing like a dame or South Pacific for that matter. Now is your chance to catch the winner of seven Tony awards including Best Musical back on Broadway. Playing to sold out audiences South Pacific takes place on a tropical Polynesian Island. It tells the story of a U.S. navy nurse that falls in love with a local plantation owner during World War II. This Rodgers and Hammerstein's masterpiece boasts one of most romantic scores ever. With such songs as In Love With a Wonderful Guy," "Nothing Like a Dame," "I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Out of My Hair," and "Some Enchanted Evening." along with many others.

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Check out South Pacific, the classic Broadway revival today

Looking for a classic Broadway experience? Check out South Pacific at Lincoln Center.Playing to sold out audiences since its opening in April ,2008 Rodger and Hammerstein’s revival South Pacific is a must see.

South Pacific concerns the lives of U.S. military men, nurses and the residents of the Polynesian island they occupy during World War II. Nurse Nellie Forbush is "In Love With a Wonderful Guy," a French planter with small children. Clean-cut Lt. Cable has fallen hard for Bloody Mary's daughter Liat. And the seabees, sailors and marines will tell you that there is "Nothing Like a Dame." The shows gorgeous score also includes "Cockeyed Optimist," "I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Out of My Hair," "Some Enchanted Evening," "Younger Than Springtime," "Honey Bun" and "This Nearly Was Mine.

Having never seen South Pacific before I cannot say enough about this production. From the music, to the sets, to the acting, you couldn't ask for more in a Broadway show.Having been a Broadway fan my whole life, South Pacific is in my top 10. Don’t believe me? Go see it for yourself.

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Laura Osnes to Sail into SOUTH PACIFIC Replacing Kelli O'Hara Starting March 7; O'Hara to Return in October

Laura Osnes who most recently starred on Broadway as Sandy in the revival of Grease (I was not a fan of the show but liked her a lot), after winning a nationwide talent search to cast that role on the NBC TV series Grease: You're The One That I Want, will now take over the role of Nellie Forbush in the Tony Award winning musical "South Pacific" beginning March 10th at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre. Kelli O'Hara who originated the role is leaving to have her first child with her husband Greg Naughton and will return on Tuesday, October 6th (Maybe! It's not certain).

Great news for Kelli who has stayed in this role a lot longer than I thought she would AND is planning on coming back. I loved her in her two previous shows, The Light in the Piazza and The Pajama Game whom she starred in with Harry Connick Jr. As a matter of fact I just saw a recent interview with Kelli and she claims that Harry and she will both be doing another show in the near future. They had such wonderful chemistry together. I actually thought that they were an item during that show, at least that's what the rumor around town was.

Anyway, back to Laura, she was probably the best thing in Grease which I hated and I feel that she will make a fine Nellie. We shall see!

South Pacific is one of my all time favorite shows and it's an absolute must see. It's a gorgeous production with the most amazing music. The big surprise right now is that if you act right away, Applause Theatre Service is offering an Insider Deal that will save you some big bucks! Just call an Applause Sales Expert now at 800-451-9930 and ask for the Deal! Tell em Swanny sent ya!

South Pacific On Broadway-Still Going Strong In 2009

Haven't seen South Pacific yet? Treat yourself and someone you care about to tickets to see the revival of South Pacific at New York's Lincoln Center when you get a chance. This show has been selling out since its first preview performance on March 1, 2008.

South Pacific takes place on a tropical island in the Pacific during World War II and tells the love story of a U.S. Navy nurse and a local plantation owner. With classic great music by Rodgers and Hammerstein, South Pacific has won seven Tony Awards for excellence in the theater not to mention in the least, it has one of the most memorable musical scores in the history of Broadway theater.

South Pacific stars Kelli O'Hara as Ensign Nellie Forbush. Ms. O'Hara gained much attention during her leading role playing opposite John Lithgow in Sweet Smell of Success. In addition she has starred in The Light in the Pizza and The Pajama Game, garnering Tony nominations for both shows. The show is beautifully directed by Bartlett Sher with costume design by Catherine Zuber. The book was written by Oscar Hammerstein II and Joshua Logan.

If this sounds like a show you might want to see, you can count on the local Broadway ticket experts at Applause Theater Service in New York City to secure great seats at reasonable prices. Special prices for groups are available for 20 or more. If you need great places to dine, just ask. We love to eat out before and after we go to the theater ourselves and know lots of fun places with great food and service.

Applause Theater Service has been in business for over 21 years now and is considered one of the trustworthy local ticket providers for Broadway Shows in New York City. You can call Applause seven days a week, 365 days a year with any questions you have about Broadway Shows or to purchase tickets. We love to talk so call us anytime you get a minute.

Cheers and enjoy South Pacific or the Broadway show you plan on seeing.

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Now is the perfect time to catch the Hottest show on Broadway "South Pacific" with Applause Theatre Service!

The perfect time to see "South Pacific"? At the busiest time of year on Broadway? Why you ask? Well, just know that Applause Theatre Service has the best inventory for this show during this busy time. Which means they can be had at some pretty amazing prices! The show is completely sold out for the next couple of months at the theater, but not with Applause.
I cannot say enough about this classic musical. It's been the biggest seller this past year on Broadway and rightly so. After winning numerous Tony Awards and critical raves, this show took off like no other show we've seen on Broadway probably since "Wicked" or "The Producers" several years ago.
What a lavish production this is with most of its original cast still in tact since opening. Including the stunning Kelli O'Hara. So come on! Just like Gas Prices, Broadway tickets are at some of it's lowest prices in quite some time!
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