Something for the Boys: Musical Info & Synopsis


Synopsis:

Something for the Boys transports audiences to wartime America, where three cousins inherit a Texas ranch that is next to a military base. Although the cousins did not previously know each other, they agree to work towards converting the ranch into a boarding house for soldiers’ wives. Something for the Boys touches on themes of resilience, unity, family, and new love.


Musical Information

Musical Type: Golden Age (1943)

Cast Size: 20+

Genre: Comedy

Setting: 1940s / USA (Texas)


Creative Team

Music/Lyrics: Cole Porter

Book: Herbert Fields, Dorothy Fields


Cast Albums

Studio Cast (2018)➝


Tags

1940s, ComedicFeel-Good, Golden Age, Original


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