Bye Bye Birdie: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Bye Bye Birdie follows the story of teen heartthrob Conrad Birdie, who has just been drafted into the US Army. Upon receiving the news, his agent Albert Peterson comes up with a publicity stunt to boost sales before he leaves – a live performance followed by a public farewell kiss with a lucky girl from his fan club. After 16-year-old Kim McAffee is chosen for the kiss, things take a turn and comedic chaos ensues. Bye Bye Birdie touches on themes of love, fame, and teenage crushes.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Post-Golden Age (1960)
Cast Size: 40+
Genre: Romantic Comedy
Setting: 1950s / USA (NYC, Ohio)
Creative Team
Music: Charles Strouse
Lyrics: Lee Adams
Book: Michael Stewart
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1971)➝
Resources
Audition Songs: Theatre Trip
Licensing: Concord Theatricals➝
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
1960s, Classic, High School, Feel-Good, Large Cast, Original, Popular, Rock & Roll, Rom-Com, Tony Award
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