Illya Darling: Musical Information & Synopsis


Synopsis

Illya Darling revolves around the life of Illya, a woman who makes her living as a prostitute. When Homer, an American intellectual, arrives in Piraeus with the intention of reforming Illya, the two must learn to navigate their differences. Illya Darling offers a glimpse into Greek culture in the 1960s, exploring themes of love, freedom, and cultural clashes.


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Musical Information

Parental Warning: Adult Themes/Content

Musical Type: Post-Golden Age (1967)

Cast: Medium (16+ Roles)

Genre: Comedy / Drama

Setting: 1960s / Greece


Creative Team

Music: Manos Hadjidakis

Lyrics: Joe Darion

Book: Jules Dassin

Based On: Never on Sunday➝ (1960 film)


Cast Albums

Original Broadway Cast (1967)➝


Licensing

Illya Darling is available to license through Concord Theatricals.

USA/Canada Licensing

Tags

1960s, Based on a Movie, Comedic, Dramatic, Obscure, Two-Word


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