Calamity Jane: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
Calamity Jane follows the adventures of the legendary sharpshooter, Calamity Jane, as she strives to prove her skills and find her place in a male-dominated world. Along the way, chance encounters and mistaken identities lead to chaos and unexpected surprises. Calamity Jane blends romance and comedy, touching on themes of identity, acceptance, love, and friendship.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Post-Golden Age (1961)
Cast Size: 18+
Genre: Comedy / Romance / Western
Setting: 1870s / USA (Illinois, South Dakota)
Creative Team
Music: Sammy Fain
Lyrics: Paul Francis Webster
Adaptations: Charles K. Freeman, Ronald Hanmer, Phil Park
Based On: Calamity Jane➝ (1953 film)
Cast Albums
Licensing
Calamity Jane is available to license through MTI and Concord Theatricals.
UK Licensing
USA/Canada Licensing
Tags
1960s, Based on a Movie, Comedic, Country, Female Lead, Romantic, Two-Word, Western
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Last Reviewed: April 10, 2026