They’re Playing Our Song: Musical Info & Synopsis


Synopsis:

They’re Playing Our Song is inspired by the real-life partnership of Marvin Hamlisch and Carole Bayer, and follows the fictional relationship between songwriters Sonia Walsk and Vernon Gersch. Set against the backdrop of their music collaboration, the story unfolds as they navigate the challenges of love, creativity, and their unique personal quirks. They’re Playing Our Song offers an exploration of the complexities of romantic relationships in the world of show business.


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Musical Information

Musical Type: Pre-Contemporary (1978)

Cast Size: 9

Genre: Romance

Setting: 1970s / USA (California, NYC)


Creative Team

Music: Marvin Hamlisch

Lyrics: Carole Bayer Sager

Book: Neil Simon


Cast Albums

Original Broadway Cast (1979)➝

Original London Cast (1980)➝


Licensing

They’re Playing Our Song is available to license through Concord Theatricals.

UK Licensing

USA/Canada Licensing

Resources

Audition Songs: Theatre Trip

Sheet Music: Musicnotes➝


Tags

1970s, Dating, Disco, Pop, RomanticTrue Story


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