Oh, Captain!: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Oh, Captain! tells the story of Captain Henry St. James and his wife Maud. The captain’s rigidity and frequent business trips stifle Maud’s longing for excitement until she spontaneously decides to surprise him in Paris. However, in Paris, the captain reveals a newfound freedom, indulging in a double life with a woman named Bobo. As tensions rise, the captain’s world begins to crumble, but through forgiveness and reconciliation, he and Maud find their way back to each other.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Golden Age (1958)
Cast Size: 10+
Genre: Comedy
Setting: 1950s / England (London), France (Paris), At Sea
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics: Jay Livingston, Ray Evans
Book: Al Morgan, José Ferrer
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1958)➝
Resources
Licensing: Concord Theatricals➝
Tags
1950s, Comedic, Golden Age, Obscure, Travel
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