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1959
at the Rialto Theatre, York
Based on Ferenc Molnar's Liliom, Music by Richard Rodgers, Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II.
The story starts in 1873 in a small New England village. There is a 'love affair' between Billy Bigelow, a travelling carnival man, and Julie Jordan, a local factory worker. Desperate for money after learning that he is soon to become a father, Billy is killed during an attempted robbery. Several years later, when he is allowed to return to earth for a short time, he seeks out the daughter of his union with Julie.
Songs include If I Loved You, June Is Bustin' Out All Over, Soliloquy and You'll Never Walk Alone.
Directed by Leslie Branch.
N.B. The Rialto Theatre is now Mecca Bingo! |
