Gentlemen Prefer Blondes: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes follows the story of Lorelei Lee and her best friend, Dorothy Shaw, as they embark on a cruise to Paris. During the journey, the narrative unfolds with blossoming romantic entanglements and dazzling nightclub performances. Gentlemen Prefer Blondes is a comedic romp that explores themes of love, wealth, and the entertainment industry.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Golden Age (1949)
Cast Size: 40+
Genre: Comedy
Setting: 1920s / France (Paris), USA (NYC), At Sea
Creative Team
Music: Jule Styne
Lyrics: Leo Robin
Book: Joseph Fields, Anita Loos
Based On: Gentlemen Prefer Blondes➝ by Anita Loos
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1949)➝
Licensing
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes is available to license through Concord Theatricals.
UK Licensing
USA/Canada Licensing
Resources
Sheet Music: Musicnotes➝
Tags
1940s, Based on a Book, Classic, Comedic, Golden Age, Large Cast, Popular, Travel
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Last Reviewed: January, 2026