Bullets Over Broadway: Musical Information & Synopsis


Synopsis

Bullets Over Broadway tells the story of young playwright David Shayne, who is determined to make his Broadway debut. In a twist of fate, he accepts financial backing from a mobster who insists that his talentless girlfriend Olive must be cast in the lead role. As the play takes shape, David finds himself entangled in a web of mobsters, diva actresses, and overall chaos. Bullets Over Broadway is a fast-paced musical filled with laughter, romance, and unexpected twists.


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Musical Information

Musical Type: Contemporary (2014)

Cast Size: 15+

Genre: Comedy

Format: Jukebox

Setting: 1920s / USA (NYC)


Creative Team

Music/Lyrics: Various

Book: Woody Allen

Movie It’s Based On: Bullets Over Broadway➝ (1994 film)


Cast Albums

Original Broadway Cast (2014)➝


Licensing

Bullets Over Broadway is available to license through Music Theatre International.

Australasia Licensing

Europe Licensing

International Licensing

Tags

2010s, Animals, Based on a Movie, ComedicJazz, Jukebox Musical, Metatheatre, Summer, Tap Dance


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