Panama Hattie: Musical Info & Synopsis


Synopsis:

Panama Hattie tells the story of Hattie Maloney, a nightclub owner and performer who ends up finding herself in an extremely unexpected situation. As Hattie endeavors to navigate her engagement and rocky relationship with her soon-to-be stepdaughter, the musical explores themes of family, class divides, and the impact of the war on relationships.


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Musical Information

Musical Type: Golden Age (1940)

Cast Size: 23

Genre: Romantic Comedy

Setting: 1940s / Panama Canal


Creative Team

Music/Lyrics: Cole Porter

Book: Herbert Fields, Buddy DeSylva


Cast Albums

Selections from Panama Hattie (1950)➝


Licensing

Panama Hattie is available to license through Concord Theatricals.

UK Licensing

USA/Canada Licensing

Resources

Sheet Music: Musicnotes➝


Tags

1940s, Child Role, Female Lead, Golden Age, Rom-Com


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