Sweet Charity: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
Sweet Charity follows the adventures of Charity Hope Valentine, a hopeful dance hall hostess who is looking for love and a better life. Despite disappointments in her romantic endeavors, Charity remains resilient and continues to search for her happily ever after. Along the way, she learns valuable lessons about self-worth and the true meaning of love. Sweet Charity touches on themes of self-discovery, friendship, and the pursuit of dreams.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Post-Golden Age (1966)
Cast Size: 20+
Genre: Comedy / Drama / Romance
Creative Team
Music: Cy Coleman
Lyrics: Dorothy Fields
Book: Neil Simon
Based On: Nights of Cabiria➝ (1969 film)
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1966)➝
Licensing
Sweet Charity is available to license through Concord Theatricals.
UK Licensing
USA/Canada Licensing
Resources
Audition Songs: Theatre Trip
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
1960s, Based on a Movie, Classic, Comedic, Dramatic, Female Leads, Popular, Romantic, Two-Word
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Last Reviewed: March 4, 2026
