The Girl Friend: Musical Information & Synopsis


Synopsis

The Girl Friend follows the story of a young cyclist who trains tirelessly on his dairy farm, using a unique method involving a wheel connected to a butter churn. Hoping to impress the daughter of a famous cyclist, he enters a tough six-day bike race. The Girl Friend transports audiences to the 1920s, exploring themes of romance, sportsmanship, and triumph against adversity.


Musical Information

Musical Type: Jazz Age (1926)

Cast: Large (30+ Roles)

Genre: Comedy / Romance

Setting: 1920s / USA (New York)


Creative Team

Music: Richard Rodgers

Lyrics: Lorenz Hart

Book: Herbert Fields


Cast Albums

Original UK Cast (1987)➝


Licensing

The Girl Friend is not currently available for licensing.


Tags

Comedic, Obscure, Original, Romantic


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