Ankles Aweigh: Musical Information & Synopsis


Synopsis

Ankles Aweigh follows Hollywood starlet Wynne, who defies her movie contract by secretly marrying U.S. Navy lieutenant Bill Kelley. In order to slip away on their honeymoon, Wynne disguises herself as a sailor and stows away on Bill’s ship. However, their romantic getaway takes a turn when they unexpectedly encounter Lucia, Bill’s jealous ex-girlfriend. Ankles Aweigh offers a nostalgic romp filled with romance, chaos, and plenty of surprises.


Musical Information

Musical Type

Genre

Music Genres

Musical Theatre

Acts

Two-Acts

Format

Book Musical

Basis

Setting (Time)

Setting (Place)

Themes


Creative Team

Music: Sammy Fain

Lyrics: Dan Shapiro

Book: Guy Bolton, Eddie Davis


Cast Albums

Original Broadway Cast (1955)➝


Licensing

Ankles Aweigh is not currently available for licensing.


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