On the Town bursts onto the stage with infectious energy, celebrating the carefree spirit of three sailors on a 24-hour shore leave in New York City. Following Gabey, Chip, and Ozzie, the musical captures the electric atmosphere of a bustling wartime metropolis. Yearning for romance and adventure, they set out to explore the city's hidden gems and find love before their leave ends.
Packed with iconic songs like "New York, New York" and "Lonely Boy," the show follows their whirlwind escapades. Gabey falls head-over-heels for Ivy, a beautiful cab driver, while Chip seeks a connection with a picture-perfect woman he sees on a billboard. Ozzie, the shy one of the bunch, finds his confidence with a group of anthropological museum workers. With playful dances, witty lyrics, and a lively score, On the Town is a delightful ode to youthful optimism, the magic of New York City, and the fleeting joys of a romantic adventure.
| 1944 | Broadway |
Original Broadway Production Broadway |
| 1959 | Off-Broadway |
Off-Broadway Revival Off-Broadway |
| 1963 | West End |
London Revival West End |
| 1971 | Broadway |
Broadway Revival Broadway |
| 1992 | West End |
London Concert Revival West End |
| 1997 | Off-Broadway |
Off-Broadway Revival Off-Broadway |
| 1997 | Off-Broadway |
Off-Broadway |
| 1998 | Broadway |
Broadway Transfer Production Broadway |
| 2005 | West End |
English National Opera Production West End |
| 2005 | Los Angeles |
Reprise! Concert Los Angeles |
| 2007 | West End |
Return Engagement [ENO Production] West End |
| 2008 | Off-Broadway |
Encores! Concert Off-Broadway |
| 2014 | Broadway |
Broadway Revival Broadway |
| 2017 | West End |
Regent's Open Air Revival West End |
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Obie Awards | Performance | Mary Testa |
| 1998 | Obie Awards | Performance | Lea DeLaria |
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