Legs Diamond: Musical Info & Synopsis


Synopsis:

Legs Diamond tells the true story of the charming, yet notorious gangster known as “Legs Diamond”, who is looking to break into show business. As he rises to power and navigates his world, Jack faces threats from rival gangsters and law enforcement alike. With a mix of glamour, danger, and intrigue, Legs Diamond offers audiences a glimpse into the Prohibition era.


Musical Information

Musical Type: Pre-Contemporary (1988)

Cast Size: 20+

Genre: Semi-Biography

Setting: 1920s / USA (Pennsylvania, NYC)


Creative Team

Music/Lyrics: Peter Allen

Book: Harvey Fierstein, Charles Suppon


Cast Albums

Original Broadway Cast (1989)➝


Resources

Licensing: David Spicer Productions➝


Tags

1980s, Based on a Movie, Biographical, Christmas, Obscure


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