Some Like It Hot: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Some Like It Hot follows the story of two musicians, Joe and Jerry, who witness a mob hit and go on the run. Disguising themselves as women, they join an all-female band traveling to Miami. As they navigate their new identities, romantic entanglements, and the constant threat of being discovered, Some Like It Hot offers an energetic blend of comedy, romance, and adventure.
Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through the following links, we may earn a small commission on the sale at no additional cost to you. See our disclosure for more info.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Contemporary (2022)
Cast Size: 20+
Genre: Comedy
Setting: 1930s / USA (California, Illinois), Mexico
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics: Marc Shaiman
Lyrics: Scott Wittman
Book: Matthew López, Amber Ruffin
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (2023)➝
Resources
Licensing: Concord Theatricals➝
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
2020s, Bands, Based on a Movie, Black Artists, Comedic, Jazz
Similar Musicals
If you’re looking to discover new shows, here are some musicals like Some Like It Hot.
Anything Can Happen in the Theater
Return to the complete A-Z musicals list »