book by Hugh Wheeler
songs by Hugh Martin & Ralph Blane
directed by Charlotte Moore
musical direction by John Bell
choreography by Barry McNabb
December 6- January 28, 2007
Based on the heartwarming film of the same name, Meet Me In St. Louis takes audience members on a musical journey back to the early 1900’s, on the brink of the 1904 World’s Fair. In the show’s center are the Smiths, a humble middle-class family made up of Mr. & Mrs. Smith, their four daughters Rose, Esther, Agnes, and Tootie, and their son Lon. With the addition of romantic suitors, comedic misunderstandings, and jovial pranks, this musical is filled with nonstop entertainment featuring memorable musical numbers such as “The Boy Next Door”, “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas”, and “A Day In New York”.
“Entrancing! Charmingly designed and well-sung by an appealing cast. These wonderful songs still sound terrific.” -The New York Times
“This evocation of a vanished era and even more vanished family life resonates with a nostalgic glow,” -New York Post
“High on charm! This musical- boosted by the presence of three classics- allows viewers to “have yourself a merry little Christmas,” indeed. Enjoyable family entertainment: mature audience and kids are likely to he highly pleased.” -Variety