Various Artists – “New Girl In Town” | The Original Broadway Cast
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Genre: Easy Listening
There is a great vitality to the numbers played on this collection, and the leads are excellent throughout. Gwen Verdon and George Wallace have a lovely duet “Did You Close Your Eyes?” and Thelma Ritter is particulary effective in “Yer My Friend Ain’t Cha?” The Whole company do a splendid job and the orchestration is vibrant.
This vibrant cast recording captures the energy and vitality of George Abbott’s 1957 Broadway musical New Girl In Town, with music and lyrics by Bob Merrill. The score brims with characterful numbers, blending humor, romance, and ensemble spirit.
Highlights include Gwen Verdon and George Wallace’s tender duet Did You Close Your Eyes?, Thelma Ritter’s standout performance in Yer My Friend Ain’t Cha?, and lively company pieces such as Roll Yer Socks Up and At The Check Apron Ball. The orchestration throughout is spirited, giving the show a buoyant pulse that reflects its mid‑century Broadway charm.
With alternate versions and reprises included, this release offers a comprehensive portrait of the production, preserving the wit and warmth of a musical that showcased Verdon’s star power and Ritter’s comic brilliance. For collectors and enthusiasts of Broadway history, it’s a rare chance to revisit a show that sparkled with personality and craftsmanship.
Track Listing
- Overture
- Roll Yer Socks Up
- Anna Lilla
- Sunshine Girl
- On The Farm
- Flings
- It’s Good To Be Alive
- Look At ‘Er
- It’s Good To Be Alive – Alternate Version
- Yer My Friend Ain’t Cha?
- Did You Close Your Eyes?
- At The Check Apron Ball
- There Ain’t No Flies On Me
- Ven I Valse
- Sunshine Girl – Alternate Version
- If That Was Love
- Chess And Checkers
- Look At ‘Er – Alternate Version
Additional information
| Weight | 100 g |
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| UPC Bar Code No | 5031344010320 |
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