South Pacific made its West End premiere at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane on November 1, 1951, with Mary Martin reprising the role of Nellie, this time opposite Wilbur Evans as Emile de Becque. The production would run for almost two years, totaling 802 performances. Featured in the ensemble was Martin’s son, Larry Hagman, who would later go on to … Read More

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 16, 1954. At the Tony Awards, the production … Read More