On the Town: Musical Info & Synopsis


Synopsis:

On the Town is set during World War II in NYC and follows the escapades of three sailors who are on a 24-hour shore leave. As they explore the big city, each sailor falls in love with a different woman, leading to a whirlwind of romance, comedy, and dance numbers. Against the backdrop of wartime uncertainty, On the Town celebrates the joy of living in the moment and seizing opportunities for happiness.


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Musical Information

Musical Type: Golden Age (1944)

Cast Size: 25+

Genre: Comedy

Setting: 1940s / USA (NYC)


Creative Team

Music: Leonard Bernstein

Lyrics/Book: Betty Comden, Adolph Green


Cast Albums

Studio Cast (1960)➝

Original London Cast (1963)➝

London Symphony Orchestra Cast (1993)➝

Studio Cast (1996)➝

Broadway Cast (2015)➝


Licensing

On the Town is available for licensing in the USA through Concord Theatricals➝.


Resources

Sheet Music: Amazon➝


Tags

1940s, Classic, Comedy, Dating, Feel-Good, Golden Age, Large Cast, NYC, Popular


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