Black and Blue: Musical Info & Synopsis


Synopsis:

Black and Blue is a musical revue that celebrates the Black culture of dance and music in Paris between World War I and World War II. From swing and jazz to rhythm and blues, Black and Blue showcases the influence and cultural significance of the music in each era, while paying homage to the artists who were at the forefront of the movement.


Musical Information

Musical Type: Pre-Contemporary (1985)

Cast Size: Flexible

Genre: Revue

Setting: 1910s, 1920s, 1930s / France (Paris)


Creative Team

Music/Lyrics: Various


Cast Albums

Original Broadway Cast (1989)➝


Tags

1980s, Black Artists, JazzRevueTap Dance


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