An American in Paris at The Cape Playhouse
Dates: 7/26/2023 - 8/12/2023
📍 Theatre: The Cape Playhouse
Cape Playhouse
820 Main Street Rt 6A, Dennis, Ma 02638
Dennis, MA 02638
Phone: 5083853911
Tickets: $54.50 - $104.50
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
Tony Awards and Nominations for An American in Paris
| Year | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Best Musical | Nominated |
News About An American in Paris at The Cape Playhouse
Previews: AN AMERICAN IN PARIS at The Cape Playhouse
July 16, 2023 The Cape Playhouse, the longest-running professional summer theatre in the country, is excited to present an encore production of the four-time Tony Award winning musical, An American in Paris. Performances begin on July 26th.
Previews: AN AMERICAN IN PARIS at The Cape Playhouse
July 31, 2022 Based on the book by Craig Lucas and inspired by the seven-time Academy Award-winning 1952 musical comedy film, An American in Paris brings the legendary music of George and Ira Gershwin to the stage from August 3rd -13th. Featuring such classics as “I Got Rhythm,” “S’Wonderful” and “Shall We Dance”, this marks the show’s debut performance on a Cape Cod theater’s stage. With a timeless story and unforgettable characters, audiences have something quite special to look forward to this August.About the Theatre
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