The Will Rogers Follies: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
The Will Rogers Follies is structured similarly to a Ziegfeld Follies-style revue. The musical explores key moments in Will Rogers’ life, from his early days as a cowboy and rope performer to his rise as a radio personality, film star, and beloved commentator. The Will Rogers Follies captures the spirit of the Follies era and pays homage to Will Rogers’ enduring popularity.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Pre-Contemporary (1991)
Cast Size: 25+
Genre: Comedy
Setting: 1910s, 1920s, 1930s / USA
Creative Team
Music: Cy Coleman
Lyrics: Betty Comden, Adolph Green
Book: Peter Stone
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1991)➝
Resources
Licensing: Concord Theatricals➝
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
1990s, Child Roles, Comedic, Country, Large Cast, Metamusical, Tap Dance, Tony Award, True Story
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