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Complete the Broadway Name Trivia Quiz


Lots of Broadway shows have the names of one of their characters in the title. But those titles often have just one name. How well do you know the complete names of these Broadway title characters? I relied on www.wikipedia.com for show information.

A multiple-choice quiz by nilknarf710. Estimated time: 4 mins.
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Author
nilknarf710
Time
4 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
287,037
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
7 / 10
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1582
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Top 35% Quiz
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Question 1 of 10
1. A popular Broadway show tells about Kim, who just got "pinned" to Hugo, but who now has been chosen to share a TV kiss with a famous rock star. The show is called "Bye, Bye, Birdie!" but what's Mr. Birdie's first name? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. Carol Channing is often remembered for her role in this show, which features a matchmaker named Dolly. The music had everyone saying "Hello, Dolly!", but what was Dolly's last name? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. "Barnum!" was a show about that irrepressible showman P.T. Barnum, and his creation of the "Greatest Show on Earth". Most people know that Barnum's first name was Phineas, but what was his middle name? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Everything's coming up roses for the title character of "Gypsy". The show is based on the memoirs of "Gypsy" ____________. Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. If you like patriotic American music, you can't go wrong with the musical that tells the story of the man who composed "Yankee Doodle Dandy". I'm sure you now know I'm talking about "George M!", whose last name is _________. Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. This show takes place in Argentina and tells the story of a woman who rose from poverty to marry the president of that country and rise to power in nation. The title of the show is "Evita", and her last name was ____. Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. If you enjoy stories of golddiggers, then you probably will like "Thoroughly Modern Millie", where our heroine comes from Kansas to New York City to find and marry a rich man. What is Millie's last name? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. Many shows have been adapted from Shakespeare, including this story about a divorced couple named Lilli and Fred who are acting together in "The Taming of the Shrew." The show is called "Kiss Me, Kate". During the play, the couple is eventually reunited. Fans of the original Shakespeare play will know that the fiery Kate's last name is: Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. This show is about a charming guy named Joey who wants his own night club. Joey romances an older, married woman named Vera. In the end, poor Joey ends up alone. What's our "Pal Joey"'s last name? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. Can you imagine a musical based on a painting? If you can, you've probably seen this play, which is called "Sunday in the Park with George". The artist who painted the picture was Georges ______. Hint



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1. A popular Broadway show tells about Kim, who just got "pinned" to Hugo, but who now has been chosen to share a TV kiss with a famous rock star. The show is called "Bye, Bye, Birdie!" but what's Mr. Birdie's first name?

Answer: Conrad

The show was originally called "Let's Go Steady", and the name of the title character was supposed to bring to mind Conway Twitty, who was very popular at that time. The show was made into a popular film, starring Ann-Margret as Kim.
2. Carol Channing is often remembered for her role in this show, which features a matchmaker named Dolly. The music had everyone saying "Hello, Dolly!", but what was Dolly's last name?

Answer: Levi

The play was written by Thornton Wilder, and was originally titled "The Merchant of Yonkers". The musical is remembered not only for its title song, but for "Before the Parade Passes By".
3. "Barnum!" was a show about that irrepressible showman P.T. Barnum, and his creation of the "Greatest Show on Earth". Most people know that Barnum's first name was Phineas, but what was his middle name?

Answer: Taylor

The show often contains lively circus performances and, in the show, P.T.'s wife is often heard calling him by his middle name. One of P.T's songs, which illustrates his philosophy of life, is called "There's a Sucker Born Ev'ry Minute."
4. Everything's coming up roses for the title character of "Gypsy". The show is based on the memoirs of "Gypsy" ____________.

Answer: Rose Lee

Though the title character of the show is Gypsy, the show also features a very coveted role for mature women: Rose, her mother. Many famous women, including Ethel Merman, have made a name for themselves by playing the part of Rose.
5. If you like patriotic American music, you can't go wrong with the musical that tells the story of the man who composed "Yankee Doodle Dandy". I'm sure you now know I'm talking about "George M!", whose last name is _________.

Answer: Cohan

The story tells of Cohan's life from the 1880s to the 1930s, and features many of his famous songs. The part of George was first played by Broadway vet Joel Grey.
6. This show takes place in Argentina and tells the story of a woman who rose from poverty to marry the president of that country and rise to power in nation. The title of the show is "Evita", and her last name was ____.

Answer: Peron

The show furthered the success of musical collaborators Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, and gave a boost to the careers of stars Mandy Patinkin and Patti LuPone. Its most famous song is "Don't Cry for Me, Argentina".
7. If you enjoy stories of golddiggers, then you probably will like "Thoroughly Modern Millie", where our heroine comes from Kansas to New York City to find and marry a rich man. What is Millie's last name?

Answer: Dillmount

Milly has a great adventure, but she ends up marrying poor paperclip salesman Jimmy Smith. This lively show won many Tony Awards, including Best Musical.
8. Many shows have been adapted from Shakespeare, including this story about a divorced couple named Lilli and Fred who are acting together in "The Taming of the Shrew." The show is called "Kiss Me, Kate". During the play, the couple is eventually reunited. Fans of the original Shakespeare play will know that the fiery Kate's last name is:

Answer: Minola

Many famous songs were part of this show, including "Another Opening, Another Show", "I Hate Men" and "So In Love". This show is lots of fun, though the leading lady probably doesn't enjoy getting a spanking!
9. This show is about a charming guy named Joey who wants his own night club. Joey romances an older, married woman named Vera. In the end, poor Joey ends up alone. What's our "Pal Joey"'s last name?

Answer: Evans

Based on the stories of writer John O'Hara, the show was the basis for a movie starring Frank Sinatra. The show features Vera singing the now-famous "Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered".
10. Can you imagine a musical based on a painting? If you can, you've probably seen this play, which is called "Sunday in the Park with George". The artist who painted the picture was Georges ______.

Answer: Seurat

The show imagines the thought processes of the artist as he painted "A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte". It starred Mandy Patinkin and Bernadette Peters and won a Tony Award for Best Musical.
Source: Author nilknarf710

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