Good News!: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
Good News! takes place at Tait College in the 1920s and unfolds during the lead up to the university’s big football game. The narrative follows the adventures of the charming football hero, Tom Marlowe, as he hopes to score the winning touchdown of the game. Good News! touches on themes of the spirit of youth, blossoming romance, and the pursuit of one’s goals.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Jazz Age (1927)
Cast Size: 15+
Genre: Comedy
Setting: 1920s / USA
Creative Team
Music: Ray Henderson
Lyrics/Book: Buddy DeSylva
Lyrics: Lew Brown
Book: Laurence Schwab
Cast Albums
Licensing
Good News! is available to license through Concord Theatricals.
UK Licensing
USA/Canada Licensing
Resources
Sheet Music: Musicnotes➝
Tags
1920s, College, Comedic, Original, School, Sports, Summer, Two-Word
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Last Reviewed: January, 2026
