Oklahoma!

Synopsis

In the rugged landscape of early 20th-century America, a love story blossoms between the charismatic cowboy Curly McLain and the spirited farm girl Laurey Williams. Amidst the backdrop of a high-spirited rivalry between the farmers and cowboys, their romance faces trials and tribulations. Oklahoma, with its rich narrative and iconic Rodgers and Hammerstein score, masterfully intertwines the thrill of young love with the challenges of a land on the cusp of change. It’s a celebration of community spirit, resilience, and the enduring power of dreams in the face of adversity. The pioneering spirit of ‘Oklahoma!’ is brought to life through rousing music, compelling drama, and a dance that captures the essence of an era.

Act I

• “Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin’” – Curly
• Laurey’s Entrance – Laurey & Curly
• “The Surrey with the Fringe on Top” – Curly, Laurey, & Aunt Eller
• “Kansas City” – Will Parker, Aunt Eller, Male Ensemble
• “I Cain’t Say No” – Ado Annie
• Entrance of Ensemble (“I Cain’t Say No” and “Oh What a Beautiful Mornin’”) – Will, Ado Annie, Curly, Aunt Eller & Ensemble
• “Many a New Day” – Laurey and Female Ensemble
• “It’s a Scandal! It’s a Outrage!” – Ali Hakim & Ensemble
• “People Will Say We’re in Love” – Curly & Laurey
• “Pore Jud Is Daid” – Curly & Jud
• “Lonely Room” – Jud
• “Out of My Dreams”/“Dream Ballet” – Laurey & Dream Figures

Act II

• “The Farmer and the Cowman” – Andrew Carnes, Aunt Eller, Curly, Gertie Cummings, Will, Ado Annie, Laurey, Ike Skidmore, Cord Elam & Ensemble
• “All Er Nuthin’” – Will & Ado Annie
• “People Will Say We’re in Love” (Reprise) – Curly & Laurey
• “Oklahoma” – Curly, Laurey, Aunt Eller, Ike Skidmore, Cord Elam, Fred, Andrew Carnes & Ensemble
• Finale Ultimo (“Oh What a Beautiful Mornin’” and “People Will Say We’re in Love”) – Company

Production Notes

Set against the rugged backdrop of the Oklahoma Territory in the early 1900s, this musical follows the love story of cowboy Curly McLain and farm girl Laurey Williams. Amidst a lively community of farmers and cowhands, the couple must overcome obstacles both romantic and social. With iconic tunes and foot-tapping choreography, Oklahoma! remains a milestone of musical theatre, exploring love in the face of a changing American landscape.