Introduction
1934 musical with music and lyrics by Cole Porter the 1930s musical Anything Goes is a musical with music and lyrics by Cole .1934 musical with music and lyrics by Cole Porter the 1930s musical Anything Goes is a musical with music and lyrics by Cole .
The original book was a collaborative effort by Guy Bolton and P. G. Wodehouse, revised considerably by the team of Howard Lindsay and Russel .The original book was a collaborative effort by Guy Bolton and P. G. Wodehouse, revised considerably by the team of Howard Lindsay and Russel .
The story concerns madcap antics aboard an ocean liner bound from New York to .The story concerns madcap antics aboard an ocean liner bound from New York to .
Billy Crocker is a stowaway in love with heiress Hope Harcourt, who is engaged to Lord Evelyn .Billy Crocker is a stowaway in love with heiress Hope Harcourt, who is engaged to Lord Evelyn .
Nightclub singer Reno Sweeney and Public Enemy Number 13, "Moonface" Martin, aid Billy in his quest to win .Nightclub singer Reno Sweeney and Public Enemy Number 13, "Moonface" Martin, aid Billy in his quest to win .
Songs introduced that later became pop and jazz standards are "Anything Goes", "You're the Top", "All Through the Night", and "I Get a Kick Out of ".Songs introduced that later became pop and jazz standards are "Anything Goes", "You're the Top", "All Through the Night", and "I Get a Kick Out of ".
Since its 1934 debut at the Alvin Theatre (now known as the Neil Simon Theatre) on Broadway, the musical has been revived several times in the United States and Britain and has been filmed three .Since its 1934 debut at the Alvin Theatre (now known as the Neil Simon Theatre) on Broadway, the musical has been revived several times in the United States and Britain and has been filmed three .
The musical has long been a popular choice for school and community .The musical has long been a popular choice for school and community .
Broadway
The official Broadway debut was at the Alvin Theatre on November 21, .The official Broadway debut was at the Alvin Theatre on November 21, .
It ran for 420 performances, becoming the fourth longest running musical of the 1930s, despite the impact of the Great Depression on Broadway patrons' disposable .It ran for 420 performances, becoming the fourth longest running musical of the 1930s, despite the impact of the Great Depression on Broadway patrons' disposable .
The opening production was directed by Howard Lindsay with choreography by Robert Alton and sets by Donald .The opening production was directed by Howard Lindsay with choreography by Robert Alton and sets by Donald .
Today, the show remains a frequently revived .Today, the show remains a frequently revived .
West End
Charles B. Cochran, a British theatrical manager, had bought the London performance rights during the show's Boston ,Charles B. Cochran, a British theatrical manager, had bought the London performance rights during the show's Boston ,
1962 Off-Broadway revival to 1987 Broadway revival
The production was revived in an Off Broadway production in 1962, opening on May 15, 1962, at the Orpheum .The production was revived in an Off Broadway production in 1962, opening on May 15, 1962, at the Orpheum .
It was directed by Lawrence Kasha with a cast that included Hal Linden as Billy Crocker, Kenneth Mars as Sir Evelyn, and Eileen Rodgers as Reno .It was directed by Lawrence Kasha with a cast that included Hal Linden as Billy Crocker, Kenneth Mars as Sir Evelyn, and Eileen Rodgers as Reno .
For this revival, the script was revised to incorporate several of the changes from the movie .For this revival, the script was revised to incorporate several of the changes from the movie .
Most changes revolved around the previously minor character .Most changes revolved around the previously minor character .
This revision was also the first stage version of Anything Goes to incorporate several songs from other Porter shows: "Take Me Back to Manhattan" from The New Yorkers, 1930, "It's De Lovely" from Red, Hot and Blue, 1934, "Friendship" from Du Barry Was a Lady, 1939, and "Let's Misbehave" from Paris, .This revision was also the first stage version of Anything Goes to incorporate several songs from other Porter shows: "Take Me Back to Manhattan" from The New Yorkers, 1930, "It's De Lovely" from Red, Hot and Blue, 1934, "Friendship" from Du Barry Was a Lady, 1939, and "Let's Misbehave" from Paris, .
For the 1987 Broadway revival, John Weidman and Timothy Crouse (Russel's son) updated the book and re ordered the musical numbers, using Cole Porter songs from other Porter shows, a practice which the composer often engaged .For the 1987 Broadway revival, John Weidman and Timothy Crouse (Russel's son) updated the book and re ordered the musical numbers, using Cole Porter songs from other Porter shows, a practice which the composer often engaged .
This revival was rescored for a 16 piece swing band playing on stage, in the style of early Benny .This revival was rescored for a 16 piece swing band playing on stage, in the style of early Benny .
This production opened at the Vivian Beaumont Theater, in Lincoln Center, on October 19, 1987, and ran for 784 .This production opened at the Vivian Beaumont Theater, in Lincoln Center, on October 19, 1987, and ran for 784 .
Directed by Jerry Zaks and choreographed by Michael Smuin, it starred Patti LuPone as Reno Sweeney, Howard McGillin as Billy, Bill McCutcheon as Moonface, and Anthony Heald as Lord Evelyn; Leslie Uggams and Linda Hart were replacement .Directed by Jerry Zaks and choreographed by Michael Smuin, it starred Patti LuPone as Reno Sweeney, Howard McGillin as Billy, Bill McCutcheon as Moonface, and Anthony Heald as Lord Evelyn; Leslie Uggams and Linda Hart were replacement .
It was nominated for ten Tony Awards (including nominations for McGillin, LuPone, McCutcheon, and Heald), winning for Best Revival of a Musical, Best Featured Actor (McCutcheon), and Best .It was nominated for ten Tony Awards (including nominations for McGillin, LuPone, McCutcheon, and Heald), winning for Best Revival of a Musical, Best Featured Actor (McCutcheon), and Best .
The production also won the Drama Desk Awards for Outstanding Revival of a Musical and Outstanding Actress (for ).The production also won the Drama Desk Awards for Outstanding Revival of a Musical and Outstanding Actress (for ).
1989 West End revival and Australia
Elaine Paige, a British actress and singer, heard of the success of the 1987 Broadway production and made sure to attend a .Elaine Paige, a British actress and singer, heard of the success of the 1987 Broadway production and made sure to attend a .
After seeing the production herself, she was determined to bring it to .After seeing the production herself, she was determined to bring it to .
To secure a place in the show's cast, Paige decided it was best she co produced the show with her then partner, lyricist Tim .To secure a place in the show's cast, Paige decided it was best she co produced the show with her then partner, lyricist Tim .
The London production opened in July 1989 at the Prince Edward .The London production opened in July 1989 at the Prince Edward .
Paige starred as Reno Sweeney (she was replaced later in the run by Louise ).Paige starred as Reno Sweeney (she was replaced later in the run by Louise ).
The original cast also starred Howard McGillin as Billy Crocker Bernard Cribbins as Moonface, and Kathryn Evans as .The original cast also starred Howard McGillin as Billy Crocker Bernard Cribbins as Moonface, and Kathryn Evans as .
The other principals included Ursula Smith, Martin Turner, and Ashleigh .The other principals included Ursula Smith, Martin Turner, and Ashleigh .
Jerry Zaks again directed the production, with scenic and costume design by Tony Walton, lighting by Paul Gallo, and sound by Tony .Jerry Zaks again directed the production, with scenic and costume design by Tony Walton, lighting by Paul Gallo, and sound by Tony .
The musical director was John Owen Edwards and the choreographer Michael .The musical director was John Owen Edwards and the choreographer Michael .
The show transferred to Australia the same year and played in both Sydney and Melbourne, starring Geraldine Turner as Reno Sweeney, Peter Whitford as Moonface, Simon Burke as Billy Crocker, Marina Prior as Hope Harcourt, and Maggie Kirkpatrick as Evangeline .The show transferred to Australia the same year and played in both Sydney and Melbourne, starring Geraldine Turner as Reno Sweeney, Peter Whitford as Moonface, Simon Burke as Billy Crocker, Marina Prior as Hope Harcourt, and Maggie Kirkpatrick as Evangeline .
2002–2003 Concert, London, and West End revivals
In April 2002, a one night only concert performance of the show was performed at the Vivian Beaumont .In April 2002, a one night only concert performance of the show was performed at the Vivian Beaumont .
Patti LuPone played Reno with Howard McGillin as Billy and Boyd Gaines as Lord Evelyn .Patti LuPone played Reno with Howard McGillin as Billy and Boyd Gaines as Lord Evelyn .
LuPone and Gaines would later star together in the 2008 Broadway revival of .LuPone and Gaines would later star together in the 2008 Broadway revival of .
The performance was directed and choreographed by Robert Longbottom with music supervision by David Chase and designs by Tony .The performance was directed and choreographed by Robert Longbottom with music supervision by David Chase and designs by Tony .
The National Theatre revived the musical, which opened at the Olivier Theatre on December 18, 2002, and closed on March 22, .The National Theatre revived the musical, which opened at the Olivier Theatre on December 18, 2002, and closed on March 22, .
The production then transferred to the West End at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, running from September 26, 2003 (in previews), through August 28, .The production then transferred to the West End at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, running from September 26, 2003 (in previews), through August 28, .
Directed by Trevor Nunn, it starred Sally Ann Triplett, John Barrowman, and Yao Chin (who is now a TV ).Directed by Trevor Nunn, it starred Sally Ann Triplett, John Barrowman, and Yao Chin (who is now a TV ).
A cast recording of this production is .A cast recording of this production is .
2011 Broadway revival
A revival of the 1987 Broadway rewrite opened on April 7, 2011, at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre, produced by the Roundabout Theatre .A revival of the 1987 Broadway rewrite opened on April 7, 2011, at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre, produced by the Roundabout Theatre .
Previews began on March 10, .Previews began on March 10, .
This production was directed and choreographed by Kathleen Marshall with musical supervision by Rob Fisher, dance arrangements by David Chase, and designs by Derek McLane, Martin Pakledinaz, and Peter .This production was directed and choreographed by Kathleen Marshall with musical supervision by Rob Fisher, dance arrangements by David Chase, and designs by Derek McLane, Martin Pakledinaz, and Peter .
This revival retained much of the 1987 orchestrations by Michael Gibson with some additions from arranger Bill .This revival retained much of the 1987 orchestrations by Michael Gibson with some additions from arranger Bill .
The show's opening night cast featured Sutton Foster as Reno Sweeney, Joel Grey as Moonface Martin, Laura Osnes as Hope Harcourt, Jessica Walter as Evangeline Harcourt, Colin Donnell as Billy Crocker, Adam Godley as Sir Evelyn Oakleigh, John McMartin as Elisha Whitney, Jessica Stone as Erma, Robert Creighton as Purser, Andrew Cao as Luke, Raymond J. Lee as John, and Walter Charles as the .The show's opening night cast featured Sutton Foster as Reno Sweeney, Joel Grey as Moonface Martin, Laura Osnes as Hope Harcourt, Jessica Walter as Evangeline Harcourt, Colin Donnell as Billy Crocker, Adam Godley as Sir Evelyn Oakleigh, John McMartin as Elisha Whitney, Jessica Stone as Erma, Robert Creighton as Purser, Andrew Cao as Luke, Raymond J. Lee as John, and Walter Charles as the .
The production was received generally very well by the critics and received a total of nine Tony Award nominations and ten Drama Desk Award nominations, including Best Actress in a Musical, Best Director of a Musical, and Best Revival of a .The production was received generally very well by the critics and received a total of nine Tony Award nominations and ten Drama Desk Award nominations, including Best Actress in a Musical, Best Director of a Musical, and Best Revival of a .
The revival won the Drama Desk Awards and Tony Awards for Best Revival and Best Choreography, and Foster won the Drama Desk and Tony Awards for Best Actress in a .The revival won the Drama Desk Awards and Tony Awards for Best Revival and Best Choreography, and Foster won the Drama Desk and Tony Awards for Best Actress in a .
A cast recording of this production became available as a digital download on August 23, 2011, and it arrived in stores on September 20, .A cast recording of this production became available as a digital download on August 23, 2011, and it arrived in stores on September 20, .
Stephanie .
Block took over for Sutton Foster as Reno Sweeney in a limited engagement (November 4–23, 2011) while Foster filmed a television .Block took over for Sutton Foster as Reno Sweeney in a limited engagement (November 4–23, 2011) while Foster filmed a television .
Block permanently assumed the role on March 15, 2012, as Foster left the musical to take a role in a television .Block permanently assumed the role on March 15, 2012, as Foster left the musical to take a role in a television .
The production was originally scheduled to run through July 31, 2011, and was initially extended to April 29, .The production was originally scheduled to run through July 31, 2011, and was initially extended to April 29, .
It was extended two more times before closing on July 8, 2012, after 521 regular performances and 32 .It was extended two more times before closing on July 8, 2012, after 521 regular performances and 32 .
2012 U.S. national tour
A national tour in the United States began in October 2012 at the Playhouse Square in Cleveland, Ohio, which was played more than 25 other major .A national tour in the United States began in October 2012 at the Playhouse Square in Cleveland, Ohio, which was played more than 25 other major .
Rachel York played Reno .Rachel York played Reno .
Other cast members included Fred Applegate as Moonface Martin, Erich Bergen as Billy Crocker, Jeff Brooks as Purser, Joyce Chittick as Erma, Alex Finke as Hope Harcourt, Dennis Kelly as Elisha Whitney, Vincent Rodriguez III as Luke, Marcus Shane as John, Sandra Shipley as Mrs. Evangeline Harcourt, Edward Staudenmayer as Sir Evelyn Oakleigh, and Chuck Wagner as the .Other cast members included Fred Applegate as Moonface Martin, Erich Bergen as Billy Crocker, Jeff Brooks as Purser, Joyce Chittick as Erma, Alex Finke as Hope Harcourt, Dennis Kelly as Elisha Whitney, Vincent Rodriguez III as Luke, Marcus Shane as John, Sandra Shipley as Mrs. Evangeline Harcourt, Edward Staudenmayer as Sir Evelyn Oakleigh, and Chuck Wagner as the .
2015 U.K. tour
The critically acclaimed Sheffield Theatres production directed by Daniel Evans began a UK and Ireland tour at the New Wimbledon Theatre on January 29, 2015, and was scheduled to visit 32 venues in its nine month .The critically acclaimed Sheffield Theatres production directed by Daniel Evans began a UK and Ireland tour at the New Wimbledon Theatre on January 29, 2015, and was scheduled to visit 32 venues in its nine month .
The production starred Debbie Kurup as Reno Sweeney and Matt Rawle as Billy Crocker with Hugh Sachs as Moonface Martin and Jane Wymark as Evangeline Harcourt until April 4, 2015, followed by Shaun Williamson and Kate Anthony, respectively, from April 6, .The production starred Debbie Kurup as Reno Sweeney and Matt Rawle as Billy Crocker with Hugh Sachs as Moonface Martin and Jane Wymark as Evangeline Harcourt until April 4, 2015, followed by Shaun Williamson and Kate Anthony, respectively, from April 6, .
The tour was cut short and ended at the Grand Opera House, Belfast on May 30, .The tour was cut short and ended at the Grand Opera House, Belfast on May 30, .
2015 Australian revival
An Australian revival was announced in September 2014 with the cast led by Caroline O'Connor as Reno Sweeney and featuring Todd McKenney, Alex Rathgeber, Claire Lyon, Wayne Scott Kermond, and Alan .An Australian revival was announced in September 2014 with the cast led by Caroline O'Connor as Reno Sweeney and featuring Todd McKenney, Alex Rathgeber, Claire Lyon, Wayne Scott Kermond, and Alan .
Jones was replaced in the role of the Captain by Gerry Connolly in Melbourne and .Jones was replaced in the role of the Captain by Gerry Connolly in Melbourne and .
The revival, directed by Dean Bryant, played in Melbourne, Brisbane, and Sydney, sequentially, running from June until .The revival, directed by Dean Bryant, played in Melbourne, Brisbane, and Sydney, sequentially, running from June until .
2016 regional revival
A high profile co production between Gateway Playhouse (Bellport, New York) and Ogunquit Playhouse starred Andrea McArdle as Reno Sweeney and Sally Struthers as Mrs. .A high profile co production between Gateway Playhouse (Bellport, New York) and Ogunquit Playhouse starred Andrea McArdle as Reno Sweeney and Sally Struthers as Mrs. .
The production, which ran in May to June 4, 2016, featured the Derek McLane sets and Martin Pakledinaz costumes that were created for the 2011 Broadway revival, which was produced by the Roundabout Theatre .The production, which ran in May to June 4, 2016, featured the Derek McLane sets and Martin Pakledinaz costumes that were created for the 2011 Broadway revival, which was produced by the Roundabout Theatre .
The production was directed by Jayme McDaniel and choreographed by Jason .The production was directed by Jayme McDaniel and choreographed by Jason .
2021 London revival and tour
A revival directed and choreographed by Kathleen Marshall, based on the 2011 Broadway production, opened for a limited season at the Barbican Theatre in London on August 4, .A revival directed and choreographed by Kathleen Marshall, based on the 2011 Broadway production, opened for a limited season at the Barbican Theatre in London on August 4, .
The production repurposed the previous Broadway set designs by Derek McLane, sound design by Simon Baker, lighting design by Neil Austin and musical direction/supervision by Stephen .The production repurposed the previous Broadway set designs by Derek McLane, sound design by Simon Baker, lighting design by Neil Austin and musical direction/supervision by Stephen .
Previews began on July 23 and, following two extensions, the show closed on November 6, .Previews began on July 23 and, following two extensions, the show closed on November 6, .
Originally set to star Megan Mullally until she withdrew due to injury, Sutton Foster took over as Reno Sweeney in her London theatre .Originally set to star Megan Mullally until she withdrew due to injury, Sutton Foster took over as Reno Sweeney in her London theatre .
It also starred Robert Lindsay as Moonface Martin, Gary Wilmot as Eli Whitney and Felicity Kendal as Mrs. .It also starred Robert Lindsay as Moonface Martin, Gary Wilmot as Eli Whitney and Felicity Kendal as Mrs. .
Foster and Kendal departed the production in October, and were replaced by Rachel York and Haydn Gwynne, .Foster and Kendal departed the production in October, and were replaced by Rachel York and Haydn Gwynne, .
The production received rave critical reviews, broke box office records at the Barbican, and received 9 Olivier Award nominations including Best Musical Revival the following .The production received rave critical reviews, broke box office records at the Barbican, and received 9 Olivier Award nominations including Best Musical Revival the following .
During its run, the show was recorded for cinema .During its run, the show was recorded for cinema .
This version was eventually shown on the Great Performances US television series on May 13, .This version was eventually shown on the Great Performances US television series on May 13, .
After concluding its run at the Barbican, a UK and Ireland tour from April 2022 and a limited return to the Barbican from July 2022 were .After concluding its run at the Barbican, a UK and Ireland tour from April 2022 and a limited return to the Barbican from July 2022 were .
The new cast featured Kerry Ellis as Reno Sweeney, Denis Lawson as Moonface Martin, Simon Callow as Eli Whitney, and Bonnie Langford as Mrs. .The new cast featured Kerry Ellis as Reno Sweeney, Denis Lawson as Moonface Martin, Simon Callow as Eli Whitney, and Bonnie Langford as Mrs. .
Nicole Lily Baisden, Samuel Edwards, Carly Mercedes Dyer and Hadyn Oakley reprised their performances from the London .Nicole Lily Baisden, Samuel Edwards, Carly Mercedes Dyer and Hadyn Oakley reprised their performances from the London .
Film versions
In 1936, Paramount Pictures turned Anything Goes into a movie .In 1936, Paramount Pictures turned Anything Goes into a movie .
It starred Ethel Merman (the original Reno), with Bing Crosby in the role of Billy .It starred Ethel Merman (the original Reno), with Bing Crosby in the role of Billy .
Other cast members included Ida Lupino, Charles Ruggles, Arthur Treacher, and Grace .Other cast members included Ida Lupino, Charles Ruggles, Arthur Treacher, and Grace .
The director was Lewis .The director was Lewis .
Among those contributing new songs were Hoagy Carmichael, Richard A. Whiting, Leo Robin, and Friedrich .Among those contributing new songs were Hoagy Carmichael, Richard A. Whiting, Leo Robin, and Friedrich .
The book was drastically rewritten for a second film version, also by Paramount, released in .The book was drastically rewritten for a second film version, also by Paramount, released in .
This movie again starred Crosby (whose character was renamed), and Donald .This movie again starred Crosby (whose character was renamed), and Donald .
The female leads were Zizi Jeanmaire and Mitzi .The female leads were Zizi Jeanmaire and Mitzi .
The script departed significantly from the original story and was written by Sidney .The script departed significantly from the original story and was written by Sidney .
The lesser known Porter songs were cut, and new songs, written by Jimmy Van Heusen and Sammy Cahn, were .The lesser known Porter songs were cut, and new songs, written by Jimmy Van Heusen and Sammy Cahn, were .
A third version, directed by Ross MacGibbon and Kathleen Marshall, filmed live on stage during a performance of the 2021 London revival, follows the 2011 Broadway .A third version, directed by Ross MacGibbon and Kathleen Marshall, filmed live on stage during a performance of the 2021 London revival, follows the 2011 Broadway .
This version was eventually shown on US television on PBS' Great Performances on May 13, .This version was eventually shown on US television on PBS' Great Performances on May 13, .
This version was broadcast live on February 28, 1954, as an episode of The Colgate Comedy Hour, and has been preserved on .This version was broadcast live on February 28, 1954, as an episode of The Colgate Comedy Hour, and has been preserved on .
It used five of the original songs plus several other Porter numbers and retained the shipboard setting, but it had a somewhat different .It used five of the original songs plus several other Porter numbers and retained the shipboard setting, but it had a somewhat different .
It has been reported that Merman and Sinatra did not get along .It has been reported that Merman and Sinatra did not get along .
This version was released on DVD in .This version was released on DVD in .
Financial data
In 1934, the average ticket price for a Broadway performance was between $2.50 and $4.50 (averaging $3.30, 3.3 in 1934 is equivalent to about <calculated amount> in recent ).In 1934, the average ticket price for a Broadway performance was between $2.50 and $4.50 (averaging $3.30, 3.3 in 1934 is equivalent to about <calculated amount> in recent ).
Weekly gross data was not recorded, but certain figures help assess probable .Weekly gross data was not recorded, but certain figures help assess probable .
Opening performances were held from November 21, 1934, to September 28, 1935, at the Alvin Theater in New York City, containing 1,362 .Opening performances were held from November 21, 1934, to September 28, 1935, at the Alvin Theater in New York City, containing 1,362 .
The show was then relocated to the nearby 46th Street Theatre (known now as Richard Rodgers Theatre), which supports 1,380 .The show was then relocated to the nearby 46th Street Theatre (known now as Richard Rodgers Theatre), which supports 1,380 .
Performances at this new location ran from September 30, 1935, to November 16 during the same .Performances at this new location ran from September 30, 1935, to November 16 during the same .
There were typically eight performances each .There were typically eight performances each .
With this information, it can be concluded that, at 100% capacity, the gross revenue for all performances would total $1,351,152 (1351152.0 in 1934 is equivalent to about <calculated amount> in recent ).With this information, it can be concluded that, at 100% capacity, the gross revenue for all performances would total $1,351,152 (1351152.0 in 1934 is equivalent to about <calculated amount> in recent ).
If the capacity were at 80%, anticipated gross revenue would total $1,081,256 (1081256.0 in 1934 is equivalent to about <calculated amount> in recent years) and at 40%, the total would be $540,628 (540628.0 in 1934 is equivalent to about <calculated amount> in recent ).If the capacity were at 80%, anticipated gross revenue would total $1,081,256 (1081256.0 in 1934 is equivalent to about <calculated amount> in recent years) and at 40%, the total would be $540,628 (540628.0 in 1934 is equivalent to about <calculated amount> in recent ).
During the revival of the musical from 2011 to 2012, total revenue was $47,288,859 (47288859.0 in 2011 is equivalent to about <calculated amount> in recent years) — slightly over 4% of Broadway's entire gross revenue over the same time .During the revival of the musical from 2011 to 2012, total revenue was $47,288,859 (47288859.0 in 2011 is equivalent to about <calculated amount> in recent years) — slightly over 4% of Broadway's entire gross revenue over the same time .
The total number of attendees for Anything Goes was .The total number of attendees for Anything Goes was .
For contextual purposes, the average yearly salary for all returns in the United States was $3,125.42 in 1934 and $42,979.61 in .For contextual purposes, the average yearly salary for all returns in the United States was $3,125.42 in 1934 and $42,979.61 in .