Composer

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George Gershwin

Genre

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Musical Theatre

Style

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Musical Theater

Compose Date

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1928

Movement_count

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18

Movement ....

'Rosalie' is a musical comedy with music composed by George Gershwin, lyrics by Ira Gershwin, and book by William Anthony McGuire. The musical was first produced on Broadway in 1928 and ran for 335 performances. The plot revolves around the love story of West Point cadet Dick Thorpe and Rosalie, a French singer. The musical is set in the early 1900s and begins with Dick Thorpe, a cadet at West Point, falling in love with Rosalie, a French singer who is performing in New York City. Rosalie is also being pursued by her former lover, Prince Paul of Karlsberg, who is determined to win her back. Meanwhile, Dick's father, a wealthy businessman, disapproves of his son's relationship with Rosalie and tries to break them up. The musical features several memorable songs, including "How Long Has This Been Going On?", "In the Swim", and "Do It Again". The music is characterized by Gershwin's signature blend of jazz and classical styles, with lush orchestrations and catchy melodies. The premiere of 'Rosalie' was on January 10, 1928, at the New Amsterdam Theatre in New York City. The musical was a commercial success and received positive reviews from critics, who praised the music and the performances of the cast. The movements of the musical are divided into two acts, with several scenes and musical numbers in each. The first act introduces the characters and sets up the love triangle between Dick, Rosalie, and Prince Paul. The second act features more elaborate musical numbers and resolves the conflicts between the characters. Overall, 'Rosalie' is a charming and entertaining musical comedy that showcases George Gershwin's musical talents. Its catchy tunes and romantic storyline have made it a favorite among audiences and performers alike.

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