Wish You Were Here: Musical Info & Synopsis

Synopsis:

Wish You Were Here unfolds at Camp Karefree, a summer camp for adults looking to escape the pressures of life. Central to the plot is Teddy Stern, a young woman who is sent to the camp at the recommendation of her doctor. Wish You Were Here follows a mix of characters as they navigate love, romance, and the pursuit of happiness during their summer retreat.

Musical Information

Musical Type: Golden Age (1952)

Cast Size: 25+

Genre: Romantic Comedy

Setting: USA (New York)

Creative Team

Music/Lyrics: Harold Rome

Book: Arthur Kober, Joshua Logan

Cast Albums

Original Broadway Cast (1952)➝

Resources

Licensing: Music Theatre International➝

Tags

1950s, Feel-Good, Golden Age, Large Cast, Rom-Com, Summer

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