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The Goodbye Girl
Full-Length Musical, Comedy
Book by Neil Simon
Music by Marvin Hamlisch
Lyrics by David Zippel
Originally produced on Broadway by Office Two-One Inc., Gladys Nederlander, Stewart F. Lane, James M. Nederlander, Richard Kagan and Emanuel Azenberg
Based on the Oscar-winning 1977 film, this charming rom-com musical from Neil Simon, Marvin Hamlisch and David Zippel explores the rollercoaster romance between a single mother and the eccentric actor who claims rights to her apartment.
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Duration
More than 120 minutes (2 hours) -
Subgenre
Romantic Comedy -
Target Audience
Appropriate for All Audiences
Accolades
- Nominee: Five 1993 Tony Awards, including Best Musical
Nominee: Three 1993 Drama Desk Awards, including Outstanding Music and Lyrics
Details
Summary
History
Cast Attributes
- Time Period 1990s
- Setting In and around Paula's apartment, New York City.
- Features Contemporary Costumes/Street Clothes
- Duration More than 120 minutes (2 hours)
Media
“Sparkling... first-rate escapist fun.” – The Christian Science Monitor
“Leaves you a bit happier to be alive! The songs have a tuneful brassiness and giddy rhythmic snap and the clever but soulful lyrics are always deeply felt.” – USA Today
Videos
The Goodbye Girl – 1993 Tony Awards
Music
Music Samples
- Musical Style Contemporary Broadway
Licensing & Materials
- Licensing fees and rental materials quoted upon application.