The Plot
A matchmaker in early 20th Century New York (named Dolly) tries to find true love for various people, all while hiding her own romantic interests. Hijinks ensue.
Why The Gays Are Going
Why the gays are going: You know the song “Hello, Dolly” by Carol Channing? A video of Channing singing that song is played at every “Showtune Sing-Along” night in gay bars across America. In this new production of the musical, Bette Midler plays Dolly. So yes, she sings that song, and gay men from all across America pack the audience to see it. Fortunately, the entire show is good, and Midler is of course very funny, because there is a lot more to the lead role of Hello, Dolly! than just the one song. This Broadway production earned a 2017 Tony nomination for Best Revival of a Musical, as well as a Best Actress nod for Midler herself.
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