Do I Hear a Waltz: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Do I Hear a Waltz? follows the story of Leona Samish, an American tourist who embarks on a solo vacation to find love and adventure. In Venice, she encounters a charming shopkeeper, Renato Di Rossi, and the two share a whirlwind romance. As their relationship unfolds, Leona grapples with the complexities of love, societal expectations, and desires. Do I Hear a Waltz? is an exploration of self-discovery and the pursuit of happiness, all set against the backdrop of Italy.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Post-Golden Age (1965)
Cast Size: 10+
Genre: Romantic Comedy
Setting: 1960s / Italy (Venice)
Creative Team
Music: Richard Rodgers
Lyrics: Stephen Sondheim
Book: Arthur Laurents
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1965)➝
Pasadena Playhouse Cast (2001)➝
Resources
Licensing: Concord Theatricals➝
Sheet Music: Musicnotes➝
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