Bravo Giovanni
| Bravo Giovanni | ||
|---|---|---|
Book A. J. Russell | | |
| Basis | The Crime of Giovanni Venturi by Howard Shaw | |
| Productions | 1962 Broadway | |
Bravo Giovanni is a musical with a book by A. J. Russell, lyrics by Ronny Graham, and music by Milton Schafer. It is based upon Howard Shaw's 1959 novel, The Crime of Giovanni Venturi. The musical was conceived as a vehicle for opera star Cesare Siepi, and the story concerned a family-owned Italian restaurant's efforts to compete with a restaurant chain.[1]
Background
After three previews, the
choreographed by Carol Haney, opened on May 19, 1962, at the Broadhurst Theatre, where it ran for 76 performances. The cast included Cesare Siepi, Michele Lee, David Opatoshu, George S. Irving, Maria Karnilova, Lainie Kazan, Larry Fuller, and Baayork Lee
.
The show received
Tony Award
nominations for Best Composer and Lyricist, Best Choreography, and Best Conductor and musical director.
An
original cast recording was released by Columbia Records
.
Synopsis
Giovanni Venturi is the owner of a small, family-style
dumbwaiter
, and serve it in his place at reduced prices in order to stay competitive. Giovanni and his girlfriend Miranda successfully build the tunnel, and their efforts are profitable.
Song list
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Awards and nominations
Original Broadway production
| Year | Award | Category | Nominee | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | Tony Award
|
Best Original Score | Milton Schafer and Ronny Graham | Nominated |
| Best Choreography | Carol Haney | Nominated | ||
| Best Conductor and Musical Director | Anton Coppola | Nominated |
Notes
- Bordman, Gerald (2001). American Musical Theater: A Chronicle. New York: ISBN 0-19-513074-X
- Shaw, Howard (1959). The Crime of Giovanni Venturi. New York: Henry Holt and Company.
References
- ^ Bordman, 683