Seven Brides for Seven Brothers: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Seven Brides for Seven Brothers tells the story of Adam Pontipee, who marries Milly, a young woman from town. Upon bringing Milly to his remote mountain cabin, Milly discovers that Adam has six unruly brothers. Determined to civilize them, Milly teaches the brothers manners and introduces them to the art of romance, ultimately leading them to set out to find their own brides. Seven Brides for Seven Brothers touches on themes of love, family, and the joy of finding one’s soulmate.
Musical Information
Musical Type: 1954 Film/Pre-Contemporary Musical (1982)
Cast Size: 25+
Genre: Romantic Comedy
Setting: 1850s / USA (Oregon)
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics: Gene de Paul, Al Kasha, Joel Hirschhorn
Lyrics: Johnny Mercer
Book: Lawrence Kasha, David Landay
Cast Albums
Resources
Audition Songs: Theatre Trip
Licensing: Music Theatre International➝
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
1980s, Based on a Movie, Large Cast, Rom-Com, Spring, Weddings, Western
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