Saturday Night: Musical Information & Synopsis


Synopsis

Saturday Night centers on a group of young friends who are eager to escape their ordinary lives, focusing particularly on Gene, a young man with big dreams. His aspirations take an unexpected turn when he meets Helene, a wealthy woman living a glamorous lifestyle. Saturday Night offers an exploration on themes of ambition, love, and the pursuit of happiness.

* Although Saturday Night was originally intended to premiere in the 1950s, the musical’s opening was delayed, leading to its eventual premiere in the 1990s.


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Musical Information

Musical Type: Golden Age (1955) / Late 20th Century (1997)

Cast Size: 15+

Genre: Comedy / Romance

Setting: 1920s / USA (NYC)


Creative Team

Music/Lyrics: Stephen Sondheim

Book: Julius J. Epstein

Based On: Front Porch in Flatbush by Julius J. Epstein and Philip G. Epstein


Cast Albums

Original London Cast (1998)➝

Original New York Cast (2000)➝


Licensing

Saturday Night is available to license through Music Theatre International.

Australasia Licensing

Europe Licensing

International Licensing

Resources

Sheet Music: Amazon➝


Tags

1950s, 1990s, Based on a Play, Comedic, Dating, Golden Age, Romantic, Teen Roles, Two-Word


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