Question 1

How old was Shirley Booth when she played Dolly Levi in The Matchmaker?

Accepted Answer

Shirley Booth was 60 years old when she played Dolly Levi, an age more appropriate for the middle-aged widow than Barbra Streisand (27) in the 1969 musical remake.

Question 2

Which actor from the stage version reprised his role in the film?

Accepted Answer

Robert Morse, who played Barnaby Tucker in the stage version, was the only actor to reprise his role in the movie version.

Question 3

What play was The Matchmaker based on, and what later musical did it inspire?

Accepted Answer

The film was based on Thornton Wilder's play, originally produced as The Merchant of Yonkers and revised as The Matchmaker. It also inspired the musical Hello, Dolly!

Question 4

Who played Minnie in The Matchmaker, and what was her real-life connection to the director?

Accepted Answer

Perry Wilson played Minnie Fay. She was married to director Joseph Anthony.

Question 5

How many films did director Joseph Anthony make?

Accepted Answer

Joseph Anthony made only six films, of which The Matchmaker is one.

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