Saratoga: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
Saratoga follows Clio Dulaine, who returns to New Orleans to seek revenge on the family that disgraced her mother. Posing as a French countess, she schemes to secure a wealthy marriage and social status. While initially plotting to manipulate a marriage proposal, love unexpectedly blossoms between her and cowboy Clint Maroon. Saratoga unfolds as a tale of love and redemption against the backdrops of New Orleans and New York.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Golden Age (1959)
Cast Size: 30+
Genre: Comedy / Drama / Romance
Setting: 1880s / USA (Louisiana, New York)
Creative Team
Music: Harold Arlen
Lyrics: Johnny Mercer
Book: Morton DaCosta
Based On: Saratoga Trunk➝ by Edna Ferber
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1959)➝
Licensing
Saratoga is not currently available for licensing.
Tags
1950s, Based on a Book, Comedic, Dramatic, Golden Age, Jazz, Large Cast, One-Word, Romantic
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Last Reviewed: March 6, 2026
