Destry Rides Again: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Destry Rides Again is a Western musical that unfolds in the town of Bottleneck. The story revolves around the arrival of the new deputy, Destry, who is tasked with restoring order to the lawless town. As Destry navigates his new role, he forms an alliance with Frenchy, a saloon singer, which inevitably turns romantic. Destry Rides Again captures the essence of the American frontier, blending action, romance, and comedy while touching on themes of justice and redemption.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Golden Age (1959)
Cast Size: 25+
Genre: Dramedy / Western
Setting: 1890s / USA (Fictional)
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics: Harold Rome
Book: Leonard Gershe
Based On: Destry Rides Again➝ (1939 film)
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1959)➝
Licensing
Destry Rides Again is available to license through Concord Theatricals.
UK Licensing
USA/Canada Licensing
Tags
1950s, Based on a Movie, Golden Age, Large Cast, Western
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