Composer

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Richard Rodgers

Genre

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Musical Theatre

Style

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Musical Theater

Compose Date

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1953

First Performance

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May 28, 1953

Average_duration

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43:19

Me and Juliet is a musical comedy with music composed by Richard Rodgers and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II. The plot revolves around the backstage love story of a young actress named Jeanie and a stagehand named Larry. The musical was first composed in 1953 and premiered on Broadway on May 28, 1953, at the Majestic Theatre. The musical is set in a theatre in Seattle, where a new musical is being rehearsed. Jeanie, a young actress, falls in love with Larry, a stagehand. However, their love is complicated by the fact that Larry is already engaged to another woman. The musical follows the ups and downs of their relationship as they navigate the challenges of working in the theatre and dealing with their personal lives. The music of Me and Juliet is characterized by its upbeat and catchy tunes, with songs such as "No Other Love" and "Keep It Gay" becoming popular hits. The musical also features a number of dance numbers, including a lively tap dance routine in the song "Intermission Talk." One of the unique aspects of Me and Juliet is its use of a "show within a show" format. The musical being rehearsed by the characters is a fictional production called "Me and Juliet," which is a retelling of the classic Shakespearean tragedy Romeo and Juliet. The characters in the musical often break the fourth wall and interact with the audience, adding to the comedic and lighthearted tone of the show. Me and Juliet ran for a total of 358 performances on Broadway before closing on April 3, 1954. Despite its initial success, the musical has not been as widely produced as some of Rodgers and Hammerstein's other works. However, it remains a beloved classic of musical theatre, known for its catchy tunes, lively dance numbers, and charming love story.

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