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.
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1955 | Best Musical | Winner |
2006 | Best Revival of a Musical | Winner |
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The Civility of Albert Cashier
The Colony Theatre (8/31 - 9/22) NEW MUSICAL | ||
Rodrigo y Gabriela
Hollywood Bowl (9/18 - 9/18) | ||
Wangle Dangle
L.A. Hudson Backstage Theatre (10/5 - 10/19) COMEDY NEW COMEDY | ||
Mitski
Hollywood Bowl (9/28 - 9/28) | ||
Anderson .Paak and the Free Nationals with Orchestra
Hollywood Bowl (9/24 - 9/24) | ||
Cumbia at the Bowl!
Hollywood Bowl (9/22 - 9/22) | ||
The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA
Hollywood Bowl (9/20 - 9/20) | ||
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s The Sound of Music Sing-A-Long
Hollywood Bowl (9/21 - 9/21) | ||
Camilo
Hollywood Bowl (9/26 - 9/26) | ||
Collaboration LAB
Cool River Pizza & Taphouse Event Room (9/22 - 9/22) | ||
The Windbreakers & Metal Shop
The Canyon – Agoura Hills (11/9 - 11/9) | ||
LA Mime Festival
LACC Caminito Theatre (9/13 - 9/21) | ||
LACO Presents ARTISANS: MARTÍN + HAYDN + BEAL
Alex Theatre (11/2 - 11/2) | ||
Legally Blonde The Musical
Desert Theatreworks (1/17 - 2/9) | ||
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The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage at The Santa Monica Performing Arts Center (10/3 - 10/5) | ||
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