Lucky Stiff: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Lucky Stiff is a farcical musical that follows the story of Harry Witherspoon, a shoe salesman who suddenly learns about his recently deceased uncle’s unexpected will. In order to inherit six million dollars, Harry must take his uncle’s embalmed body on an all-expenses-paid vacation to Monte Carlo. As Harry navigates the absurd challenges thrown his way, the musical unfolds with madcap adventure, mistaken identities, quirky characters, and unexpected twists.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Pre-Contemporary (1988)
Cast Size: 10
Genre: Farce / Murder Mystery
Setting: 1980s / England (London), France, Monaco, USA (New Jersey)
Creative Team
Music: Stephen Flaherty
Lyrics/Book: Lynn Ahrens
Cast Albums
Resources
Audition Songs: Theatre Trip
Licensing: Music Theatre International➝
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
1980s, Animals, Based on a Book, Mystery, Travel
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