On life's twisty road, sometimes you need to pull over and change direction. When the coveted title of 'Little Miss Sunshine' is unexpectedly within her reach, young Olive Hoover convinces her family to make the 800 mile trek to the pre-teen pageant of her dreams. Along the way, a series of mishaps threatens to derail the group's quest for the crown, until they realize a young girl's far-fetched goal may actually hold the key to the family's happiness. From the Tony Award-winning team of James Lapine and William Finn comes Little Miss Sunshine, a new musical comedy about one modern family's unexpected route to brighter days.
William Finn and James Lapine's previous collaborations include the Tony-winning hits Falsettos and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. William Finn is also the composer of In Trousers, Romance in Hard Times, and A New Brain. James Lapine is the book writer/director of the musicals Sunday in the Park with George, Into the Woods, and Passion, among others.
Little Miss Sunshine is based on the film, Little Miss Sunshine, written by Michael Arndt. Artwork by Ballerini Cooley Studios.
Stephanie J. Block, who received a Drama Desk nomination for her performance in the Off-Broadway production of *Little Miss Sunshine*, is a Tony Award-winning actress known for her roles in *The Cher Show*, *Falsettos*, and *Wicked*. more...
Josh Lamon, known for his Broadway roles in Finding Neverland, Hair, and Elf, brought his talent to the Off-Broadway production of Little Miss Sunshine at Second Stage. more...
David Rasche, known for his extensive work in theater and television, notably starred in the Off-Broadway adaptation of *Little Miss Sunshine*, directed by James Lapine with music by William Finn, at Second Stage. more...
Logan Rowland, a musical theater major from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, who made his Broadway debut at age 12 in The Addams Family, brought his regional theater experience to the cast of Little Miss Sunshine more...
Jennifer Sanchez, known for her impressive Broadway credits including Sunday in the Park with George and West Side Story, also shone in the Off-Broadway production of Little Miss Sunshine. more...
Will Swenson, known for his versatility on Broadway, brought his talent to the stage in Little Miss Sunshine, adding another notable performance to his impressive resume. more...
Wesley Taylor, known for his award-winning performance as Franz in Rock of Ages and his role as Lucas Beineke in The Addams Family, brought his dynamic talent to the stage in Little Miss Sunshine. more...
Awards and Nominations
2014 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical: Stephanie J. Block was nominated but did not win.
Little Miss Sunshine FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
The Way of the World
For the First Time in My Life
The Happiest Guy in the Van
Pushing the Bus
Always Make Me Proud
Poor Olive
How Have I Been?
Motel Sequence (Part 1)
The Most Beautiful Girl in the World
Motel Sequence (Part 2)
Something Better Better Happen
Nothing Gets in the Way
Something Better (Reprise)
Dwayne
What You Left Behind
LMS Pageant Theme
The Way of the World - Reprise
Shake Your Badonkadonk
Finale
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