An American in Paris at The Cape Playhouse

Music and Lyrics by George and Ira Gershwin
Book by Craig Lucas

Show Summary

A captivating musical full of classic Gershwin tunes that will certainly keep you feeling ‘S Wonderful all night long!

Set in the French capital in the wake of World War II, An American in Paris tells the romantic story of a young American soldier, a beautiful French girl, and an indomitable European city – each yearning for a new beginning in the aftermath of international conflict.

Inspired by the Academy-Award winning 1951 film, the new stage musical features a ravishing score by George and Ira Gershwin and a fresh, sophisticated book by Tony nominee and Pulitzer Prize finalist Craig Lucas.The show’s timeless musical numbers include “I Got Rhythm,” “‘S Wonderful,” “But Not For Me,” “The Man I Love,” “Shall We Dance?” and “(I’ll Build A) Stairway To Paradise”.

Originally produced on Broadway by
Stuart Oken, Van Kaplan, Roy Furman
By special arrangement with
Elephant Eye Theatrical & Pittsburgh CLO and Théâtre du Châtelet

An American in Paris is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC. 
www.concordtheatricals.com

Authors

• George Gershwin
• Ira Gershwin
• Ken Ludwig

Tony Awards and Nominations for An American in Paris