“Hello, Dolly!” is a 1964 Broadway musical by Jerry Herman that follows Dolly as she sets her sights on the wealthy, grumpy, and widowed Horace Vandergelder, a successful merchant who doesn’t believe in love or marriage. Dolly, however, has her own plans. She aims to match him with someone else while secretly orchestrating a romance for herself with Horace.
The story is set in the late 19th century, and much of the play focuses on the colorful characters and their romantic entanglements. It features elaborate song-and-dance numbers, including the iconic “Hello, Dolly!” performance. The movie is full of humor, spectacle, and charm, and it showcases the singing, dancing, and acting talents of a large cast of characters.
