Nash, N. Richard (Text), and Leigh, Carolyn (Lyrics), and Coleman, Cy (Music)
Philadelphia, PA: Philip Trachtman, Theatrical Publications, 1962. Presumed First Edition, First printing thus [presumably for a Summer Stock tour]. Wraps. 12 pages, plus covers. Illustrations (some color inside). Rare copy of a Martha Raye theatrical endeavor program. Wildcat is a musical with a book by N. Richard Nash, lyrics by Carolyn Leigh, and music by Cy Coleman. The original production opened on Broadway in 1960, starring Lucille Ball in her only Broadway show. The show introduced the song "Hey, Look Me Over", which was subsequently performed as a cover version by several musicians. This production starred Martha Raye, who appeared with Robert Gallagher, Norma Doggett, Ron Hall, Don Potter, Sam Kressen, and Alice Nunn. This production was staged and directed by Richard Barstow. The primary cast numbered 19, along with a number of singers and dancers. The show had twelve listed musical numbers plus the finale. There were two acts, of 11 and 6 scenes respectively. The action took place in the "Border Town" of Centavo City in 1912. This program includes The History of the Show, including a photograph of Lucille Ball performing on the New York Stage. In addition to narratives on the producers, director, choreographer, musical director, and production designer, there is a synopsis of the show. The last page and inside the back cover are photographs of the General Manager, Lighting director, and a very large ensemble cast. This production may have toured: Valley Forge Music Fair, Devon, Pa; Camden County Music Fair, Haddonfield, NJ; Westbury Music Fair, Westbury, L.I.; Storrowton Music Fair, West Springfield, Mass.; Painters Mill Music Fair, Owings Mills, Md.; and Shady Grove Music Fair, Gaithersburg, Md. More