The New Yorkers: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
The New Yorkers is set in New York City during the Prohibition era and revolves around Alice Wentworth, a wealthy socialite. Although she is engaged to a British aristocrat, she falls for a charismatic bootlegger named Al Spanish. As the characters navigate love triangles, mistaken identities, and the speakeasy scene, The New Yorkers serves as a satirical commentary on the social dynamics of the time.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Jazz Age (1930)
Cast Size: 10+
Genre: Satire
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics: Cole Porter
Book: Herbert Fields
Cast Albums
Resources
Sheet Music: Musicnotes➝
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