You Never Know: Musical Information & Synopsis


Synopsis

You Never Know unfolds at the Hotel Ritz as a farcical tale of mistaken identities and romantic pursuits. Baron Rommer and his butler switch roles so that the butler can court Madame Baltin, a prominent figure in high society. However, complications arise when the butler’s true love interest turns out to be a maid to Madame Baltin. As the plot thickens, You Never Know offers a blend of comedic chaos, unexpected surprises, and love and laughter in 1920s Paris.


Musical Information

Musical Type: Jazz Age (1938)

Cast: Medium (15+ Roles)

Genre: Comedy / Romance

Setting: 1920s / France (Paris)


Creative Team

Music/Lyrics: Cole Porter

Book: Rowland Leigh

Based On: By Candlelight (1933 film)


Cast Albums

World Premiere Cast (2017)➝


Licensing

You Never Know is available to license through Concord Theatricals.

USA/Canada Licensing

Tags

1930s, Comedic, Romantic


Similar Musicals

Fifty Million Frenchmen

Fine and Dandy

Nymph Errant

Roberta


Return to the complete A-Z musicals list »