“Ya Got Trouble” in Morgantown as Big League Production’s National Tour of Meredith Willson’s “The Music Man” comes to the WVU Canady Creative Arts Center Lyell B. Clay Concert Theatre May 28 at 7:30 p.m.
There’s trouble in River City when a fast-talking salesman gets his heart stolen by the town librarian.
Meredith Willson’s six-time, Tony Award-winning musical comedy “The Music Man” follows fast-talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill, as he cons the people of River City, Iowa, into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys’ band he vows to organize—this, despite the fact he doesn’t know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian, the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain’s fall.
Featuring songs such as “Seventy-Six Trombones,” “Ya Got Trouble,” “’Till There Was You,” “Pick-a-Little” and “Gary, Indiana,” “The Music Man” is a family-friendly story to be shared with every generation.
This new production is helmed by veteran director Matt Lenz. Joshua Bergasse, Emmy Award winner, Tony Award nominee and critically acclaimed choreographer, has created all new dances for the citizens of River City.
Meredith Willson’s iconic humor, wordplay and optimism shine in this inventive reimagination of a beloved classic. Scenic Design is by Ann Beyersdorfer, Video Design is by Lisa Renkel and Lighting Design is by Tony Award winner Ken Billington. The production showcases the Broadway costumes designed by Tony Award winner Santo Loquasto.
Tickets can be purchased online at go.wvu.edu/musicman, by phone at 304-293-SHOW or in person at the box office located in the main lobby of the WVU Canady Creative Arts Center, Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.