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Yes. * South Pacific (1949) (Broadway) * South Pacific (1951) (London)
1949 :)
In the original Broadway production of "South Pacific," Joe Cable was played by actor William Tabbert. The musical, which premiered in 1949, features Joe Cable as a central character involved in a romantic subplot. Various productions and adaptations have seen other actors take on the role, including the 2008 Broadway revival, where the character was portrayed by Matthew Morrison.
Ezio Pinza.
Bali Hai
The original musical opened on April 1949, and a revival on April 2008.
Richard Rodgers
If you mean the Broadway stage version, it was Mary Martin.
Yes, there was a film version of "South Pacific" featuring Mary Martin and Ezio Pinza, but it was not a traditional movie. Instead, it was a televised adaptation that aired in 1958 as part of the "Producers' Showcase" series. This production is notable for capturing the original Broadway stars in their iconic roles, showcasing the musical's songs and performances.
I know that Juanita Hall played her in the 1958 film version. I'm not sure who played her on Broadway.
South Pacific which was based on the book Tales of the South Pacific by James Michener opened on Broadway in 1949. It was considered progressive at that time in the way it explored the issue of racial prejudice in the song "You Have To Be Carefully Taught".South Pacific won the Pulitzer Prize for Best Drama in 1950. In addition, it won the Tony Award for Best Musical, the Tony Award for Best Composer & Lyricist, and the Tony Award for Best Author. For information about the upcoming limited engagement revival of South Pacific in New York City go to www.musical-theater-kids.com/south-pacific.html