Question 1

How many viewers watched this live TV special?

Accepted Answer

It was the most popular single musical special of the season for NBC, raking in 60 million viewers with a two-hour average Trendex rating of 35.1 and a 57.4% share.

Question 2

Why did Mary Martin prefer performing this special in front of a live audience?

Accepted Answer

Mary Martin felt more comfortable performing in front of a live audience, which is why she did not make many theatrical films. Unlike the Mary Martin Peter Pan (1960), this special was performed live.

Question 3

What was the basis for NBC's production of this musical?

Accepted Answer

The initial success of Mary Martin's 1955 Broadway musical 'Peter Pan' telecast on NBC's 'Producer's Showcase' was the basis for NBC's production of 'Annie Get Your Gun'.

Question 4

Which awards did this production receive?

Accepted Answer

It received awards from the Golden Globes (USA) in 1951, the Academy Awards in 1951, and the Writers Guild of America in 1951.

Question 5

Who played Annie Oakley in this adaptation?

Accepted Answer

Mary Martin played Annie Oakley, recreating her role from the national tour of 'Annie Get Your Gun' while Ethel Merman performed on Broadway.

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