Dolly
by A. D. on 10/26/19Centennial Hall - TucsonVery enjoyable musical. Quite a few of us could not hear the actors speaking. That was unfortunate. The music, singing, orchestra and costumes were all wonderful.
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Hello, Dolly! on Tour
One of Broadway's most beloved musicals was reborn in 2017, when producer Scott Rudin and director Jerry Zaks brought back the irresistibly meddlesome widow Dolly Gallagher Levi in the form of Bette Midler. Winner of Tony Awards for Best Musical Revival and Best Performance By a Leading Actress in a Musical, their colorful new Hello, Dolly! hit the road in 2018 with Tony Award–winning Betty Buckley in the brassy title role.
The Dolly saga extends nearly two centuries into the past, when John Oxenford's 1835 play A Day Well Spent was adapted by Johann Nestroy into the farce He Will Go on a Spree or He'll Have Himself a Good Time. Thornton Wilder subsequently transformed it into a hit 1955 comedy, The Matchmaker, with Ruth Gordon as Dolly Levi. Producer David Merrick thought Wilder's play would make a great musical, and he was correct.
With music and lyrics by Jerry Herman, Dolly originally was written for Ethel Merman, who declined the role. Carol Channing stepped in to star in the original 1964 production, which was directed and choreographed by Gower Champion. Known as both Dolly, A Damned Exasperating Woman and Call on Dolly before it reached Broadway, the show's title was changed due to the popularity of Louis Armstrong's iconic version of "Hello, Dolly," which dislodged the Beatles from the top of Billboard's singles chart.
With Channing in charge, Hello, Dolly! won 10 Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Performance By a Leading Actress in a Musical. Dolly has always been a star vehicle, and Ginger Rogers, Martha Raye, Betty Grable, Pearl Bailey (leading an all-black cast), Phyllis Diller, and, finally, Ethel Merman all played the musical meddler after Channing stepped down in 1965. Hello, Dolly! closed in 1970 after 2,844 performances, making it the longest-running Broadway show to date.
Identical to the Broadway version down to its Currier and Ives pastel set and high-stepping Gay Nineties dance moves, the Hello, Dolly! touring production offers a visual feast to accompany Jerry Herman's pop-perfect songs. Anyone enjoying Dolly today should take pride in being part of this timeless show's long, rich pedigree.
Rating: 4 out of 5 Rating: 5 out of 5 Excellent Show
by Bike Rider on 10/26/19Centennial Hall - TucsonVERY entertaining show....outstanding singing and dancing. Comedic timing was excellent! Go see it.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Absolutely wonderful experience....
by Sean on 10/26/19Centennial Hall - TucsonGreat performance and atmosphere. Would highly recommend seeing if you get the chance..
Rating: 5 out of 5 Betty Buckley was amazing!
by Judy on 9/8/19Citizens Bank Opera House - BostonFabulous remake of a classic! Very interactive with the audience. Betty Buckley was AMAZING! As was Nic Rouleau as Cornelius (fabulous voice) and Lewis J Stadlen as Vandergelder.
Rating: 5 out of 5 BEYOND AMAZING!
by jizzyj on 8/31/19Citizens Bank Opera House - BostonBETTY BUCKLEY WAS BRILLIANT,AS WELL AS THE REST OF THE CAST.IT IS THE PEST PLAY I HAVE EVER BEEN TOO.BETTY HAD THE AUDIENCE IN THE PALM OF HER HAND.THE COSTUMES,SETS AND THE DANCING WAS SO AMAZING.I WALKED OUT OF THEIR ON A CLOUD!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Hello Dolly was THE BEST!!!
by K. R. on 8/28/19Citizens Bank Opera House - BostonABSOLUTELY FABULOUS!!! We had great seats, center stage and could see and hear PERFECTLY!!!The cast was just INCREDIBLE!!! I'm sort of an "old timer"...I have seen productions in New York with Carol Channing, Pearl Bailey and now with the WONDERFUL Betty Buckley!!! And what a setting...The Citizens Bank Opera House is ABSOLUTELY STUNNING!!! One of the most BEAUTIFUL Theatres I have seen. Very PLEASANT and FRIENDLY staff!!! All in all, it was a FANTASTIC DAY at the theatre!!! THANK-YOU!!!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Enjoyed Hello Dolly
by James on 8/28/19Citizens Bank Opera House - BostonEnjoyed Hello Dolly at Sundays matinee. Betty Buckley was excellent. The music and acting was fantastic.. We highly recommend.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Beyond my expectation
by Mary on 8/28/19Citizens Bank Opera House - BostonI loved every moment. All the performers were at their best. The costumes were exquisite. The scenery was believable. Betty Buckley was at her best. It was a joy to watch. I haven’t stopped singing their songs. Worth every penny.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Wonderful
by T. B. on 8/28/19Citizens Bank Opera House - BostonColorful , beautiful costumes Beautiful theater Wonderful performance/ singing by everyone!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Fabulous experience
by NeeNee on 8/27/19Citizens Bank Opera House - BostonHello Dolly! was a terrific show and we thoroughly enjoyed it. What made it even more special was the staff at the theater. My mom needs a walker and ever single person was kind and helpful - getting us into the theater, to our seats, to the ladies room, and leaving. It made the day perfect. Thank you.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Hello Dolly
by P. B. on 8/27/19Citizens Bank Opera House - BostonWhat a great show. Betty Buckley was outstanding! The cast was amazing and when you sit up close to the stage, you realize how hard they work. The costumes we beautiful and the voices of the cast wonderful! Hello Dolly is an oldie but goodie.
Rating: 5 out of 5 EXCELLENT!!
by KAO22 on 8/27/19Citizens Bank Opera House - BostonMy husband and I go to the theater quite often, and this was by far the best production I've seen in quite a while. Betty Buckley is so at home on the stage and the ensemble cast were perfection. The orchestra did an incredible job. If you have a chance to see this production - don't hesitate!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Hello Dolly
by L. L. on 8/27/19Citizens Bank Opera House - BostonWonderful show; enjoyed every minute; Music, sets and costumes were fantastic
Rating: 5 out of 5 Hello Dolly
by m. on 8/27/19Citizens Bank Opera House - BostonGreat show! All of the actors were very talented and quite entertaining. Wally Dunn was amazing in the role of Rudoph. Thoroughly enjoyed ourselves!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Excellent
by M. on 8/25/19Citizens Bank Opera House - BostonAwesome show - venue beautiful great seats. Looking forward to the next event
Rating: 5 out of 5 Loved it!
by T. T. on 8/21/19Citizens Bank Opera House - BostonEven though this show is older, it was incredibly funny and fast paced. I thought the singing/dancing/costumes were amazing. I highly suggest going!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Phenomenal!!!! Could not have been better
by PinkLady171 on 8/20/19Citizens Bank Opera House - BostonThe orchestra, the actors/dancers are so talented. Hello Dolly is one of my all time favorites and this performance did not disappoint. Betty Buckley was awesome. The scenery and musical numbers left me awe struck.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Fabulous Show!
by Katie P on 8/19/19Citizens Bank Opera House - BostonWe enjoyed everything about this show. Betty Buckley is fantastic! And who knew how funny she is?! The choreography, the singing, the costumes, the set are all great. Loved it.
Rating: 5 out of 5 HELLO DOLLY IS A MUST SEE
by VJM on 8/17/19Citizens Bank Opera House - BostonThe production was over the top and campy; but that's what this show requires Betty Buckley is FANTASTIC and the guy from Book of Mormon who played Cornelius was Brilliant! I want to see it again before the show leaves Boston.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Great Show!
by Elly on 8/16/19Citizens Bank Opera House - BostonGreat choreography, awesome cast, excellent music!!!!!!