Don’t Play Us Cheap: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Don’t Play Us Cheap is a musical that brings the vibrant energy of Harlem to the stage. Set in the heart of New York City, the story follows a handful of Harlem citizens as they navigate love, friendship, and happiness. Don’t Play Us Cheap touches on themes of nightlife, relationships, dating, and jealousy, while mixing a bit of fantasy into the narrative as well.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Pre-Contemporary (1972)
Cast Size: 12
Genre: Fantasy
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics/Book: Melvin Van Peebles
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1972)➝
Licensing
Don’t Play Us Cheap is not currently available for licensing.
Tags
1970s, Based on a Book, Black Artists, Blues, Fantasy, Gospel, Jazz, Solo Composer
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