Oklahoma!: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
Oklahoma! tells the story of Curly, a charismatic cowboy, and Laurey, a spirited farm girl. When their blossoming love is tested by a lively rivalry between cowboys and farmers, tensions rise and passions ignite. Set against the backdrop of a close-knit community, Oklahoma! explores themes of love, loyalty, and the pursuit of dreams, capturing the essence of a bygone era.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Golden Age (1943)
Cast Size: 23+
Genre: Comedy / Drama / Romance / Western
Setting: 1900s / USA (Oklahoma)
Creative Team
Music: Richard Rodgers
Lyrics/Book: Oscar Hammerstein II
Based On: Green Grow the Lilacs➝ by Lynn Riggs
Awards
Special Pulitzer Prize: 1944
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1943)➝
Licensing
Oklahoma! is available to license through Concord Theatricals.
UK Licensing Options
USA/Canada Licensing
Resources
Audition Songs: Theatre Trip
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
1940s, Based on a Play, Classic, Comedic, Country, Dramatic, Golden Age, One-Word, Popular, Pulitzer Prize, Romantic, Western
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Last Reviewed: January, 2026