Damn Yankees

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Show Credits: Book by George Abbott and Douglass Wallop
Music and Lyrics by Jerry Ross and Richard Adler

Description: Faust meets professional baseball in the Broadway classic DAMN YANKEES.

Middle-aged baseball fanatic Joe Boyd trades his soul to the Devil (the charming but devious Mr. Applegate) for a chance to lead his favorite team to victory in the pennant race against the New York Yankees. As young baseball sensation Joe Hardy, he transforms the hapless Washington Senators into a winning team, only to realize the true worth of the life (and wife) he's left behind. With the help of a handy escape clause and a guilt-ridden temptress named Lola, Joe outsmarts Applegate, returns to his former self and shepherds the Senators to the World Series.

Light, fast-paced and devilishly clever, DAMN YANKEES is a home-run hit whose all-American subject matter and irreverent sense of humor have brought many a sports fan into the theatre.

Accolades/
Awards:
Tony Awards: Best Musical, Best Score, Best Book

Insight from the experts Costume Tip: It is important to acheive Mr. Applegates' magic tricks effectively. Consult your local illusionist.

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