Tomfoolery: Musical Info & Synopsis


Synopsis:

Tomfoolery is a musical revue featuring the music of satirical songwriter Tom Lehrer, whose songs cover a wide range of topics, from politics and love to science and social commentary. This revue brings some of Lehrer’s most iconic songs to the stage. Tomfoolery offers a humorous look at the human experience, making audiences laugh while reflecting on the absurdities of life.


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Musical Information

Musical Type: Pre-Contemporary (1980)

Cast Size: 4

Genre: ComedyRevueSatire

Setting: N/A


Creative Team

Music/Lyrics: Tom Lehrer

Adaptation: Cameron Mackintosh, Robin Ray


Cast Albums

Original London Cast (1980)➝


Licensing

Tomfoolery is available to license through Music Theatre International.

Australasia Licensing

Europe Licensing

International Licensing

Resources

Sheet Music: Amazon➝


Tags

1980s, Comedic, One-Word, RevueSatire, Small Cast, Spring, War


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