THE PAJAMA GAME at CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL

Dates: (11/8/2018 - 11/10/2018 )

Theatre:

CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL

106 Lee Court
PITTSBURGH,PA 15213

SUBMIT UPDATES

The Pajama Game, a delightful musical brimming with romance, labor disputes, and catchy tunes, is the brainchild of the songwriting duo Richard Adler and Jerry Ross, with a book by Richard Bissell. It premiered on Broadway in 1954 and quickly captured the hearts of audiences and critics alike. The musical's success was solidified with a Tony Award for Best Musical in 1955.

Set in a bustling pajama factory in the American Midwest, the story centers around the sassy and determined Babe Williams, the leader of the factory's grievance committee. The workers are frustrated by a recent pay cut and clash with the factory superintendent, Sid Sorokin. Sparks fly between Babe and Sid, despite their opposing positions in the labor dispute. Their simmering tension takes a playful turn when a new rule is implemented – employees must wear pajamas to work!

The Pajama Game is a delightful blend of humor, romance, and social commentary. The infectious score features iconic songs like "Hey There," "Steam Heat," and "Hernando's Hideaway," which burst with energy and perfectly capture the playful spirit of the story. Despite the underlying labor strife, the musical ultimately celebrates the power of love, finding common ground, and the importance of fighting for what you believe in.

Authors

Tony Awards and Nominations for THE PAJAMA GAME

Year	Category
1955	Best Musical	Winner
2006	Best Revival of a Musical	Winner

More Local Shows

Add a Philadelphia Show Listing

Videos

View all Videos

PHILADELPHIA SHOWS


		Philly GRIT: a Pirate, a School Girl and a Good Person Theatre Exile (5/8 - 5/19)
		William Shakespeare's THE COMEDY OF ERRORS Lantern Theater Company (5/16 - 6/16) BUY NOW & SAVE COMEDY
		Dancing Dream: ABBA Tribute Band Bristol Riverside Theatre (7/17 - 7/21)
		An Army of Lovers Azuka Theatre (5/2 - 5/19)
		Matt Donnelly ♦ The Mind Noodler Smoke & Mirrors Magic Theater (6/22 - 6/22)
		The 39 Steps Town and Country Players (9/27 - 10/12) PHOTOS
		The Philadelphia Independence Awards Temple Performing Arts Center (5/20 - 5/20)
		The Duat Philadelphia Theatre Company (6/7 - 6/23)
		David Corsaro ♦ Amazement For All Smoke & Mirrors Magic Theater (5/18 - 5/18)
VIEW SHOWS ADD A SHOW


News on your favorite shows, specials & more!