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Go Inside Star-Studded Hello, Dolly! Benefit Concert at Carnegie Hall

Jennifer Simard, Mike Baerga, Tyler Johnson-Campion, Jake Corcoran, TJ Kubler, Greg Liles, Nick Nazzaro, Andrew Nelin, Tanner Pflueger, Tyler Sparacio, Michael Anthony Sylvester, Matthew Varvar, and Matt Wiercinski Grace Copeland

Get a front-row view of the Transport Group’s Hello, Dolly! concert June 23 at Carnegie Hall with new photos of the star-studded event.

Artistic Director Jack Cummings III directed the production—the Off-Broadway company’s 11th presentation in its Anne L. Bernstein Concert Series—with musical direction by Joey Chancey. Tony nominee Lee Roy Reams, who starred in the musical’s 1978 Broadway revival and also directed the 1995 revival, co-hosted with Spectrum News NY1’s Frank DiLella.See More

GOOD GOLLY! “HELLO, DOLLY!” AT 61! 24 Jun, 2025

June 24, 2025: Theatre Yesterday and Today, by Ron Fassler.

Last night at Carnegie Hall, those in attendance for an all-star performance of Jerry Herman’s score to Hello, Dolly!, were treated to an Act One closer no one present is ever likely to forget. When cabaret superstar Marilyn Maye took to the stage and quietly intoned Dolly Gallagher Levi’s speech to her dead husband Ephram, it was as if time stopped. The monologue, equal parts Michael Stewart, author of the show’s book and Thornton Wilder, who wrote its source material, The Matchmaker, perfectly served up Ms. May to then quietly and effortlessly segue way into “Before the Parade Passes By,” building it in ways I’ve never seen done before (and I’ve seen it done many times). That she is ninety-seven years old is entirely beside the point. The fact is she acted the hell out of it and sang it with an energy and vitality that demanded the standing ovation it got. It was extraordinary when, if as one, 3,000 leaped to their feet wildly cheering. Unforgettable. Read MORE

Hello, Dolly! is coming to Cocoa Villages Theatre in Florida!

Get Ready, Cocoa Village! Hello, Dolly! is Coming to Town!

We are thrilled to announce that Hello, Dolly! is making its way to the beautiful Cocoa Village Theatre in Florida! This timeless classic, with its captivating story, iconic songs, and unforgettable characters, is sure to enchant audiences of all ages.

Join Dolly Levi as she brings love, laughter, and a bit of matchmaking magic to the stage in this beloved musical that has charmed audiences worldwide for decades. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the magic of Hello, Dolly!, this is a show you won’t want to miss!

Stay tuned for dates, ticket information, and more updates as we get closer to this must-see production!

 

Hello, Dolly! Set to join the Lenoir Community College Performing Arts series

Suzanne Gallaher

Hello, Dolly! bursts onto the stage, bringing to life the bustling world of New York City at the turn of the 20th century. Audiences are invited to join Dolly Levi, the spirited matchmaker with an unshakable wit and a heart as grand as her dreams, on her quest to find love, not just for others but, perhaps, for herself. With toe-tapping numbers, heartfelt moments, and Dolly’s infectious zest for life, this production promises to transport audiences to a world where love, laughter, and second chances are just a dance away. Read MORE