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: 1950s / USA (New York)


Creative Team

Music/Lyrics: Harold Rome

Book: Arthur Kober, Joshua Logan

Based On: Having Wonderful Time by Arthur Kober


Cast Albums

Original Broadway Cast (1952)➝


Licensing

Wish You Were Here is available to license through Music Theatre International.

Australasia Licensing

Europe Licensing

International Licensing

Tags

1950s, Based on a Play, Feel-Good, Golden Age, Large Cast, Rom-Com, Summer


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