Sweet Charity

Sweet Charity follows the story of Charity Hope Valentine, a dance hall hostess with a heart of gold, who dreams of a better life and finding true love.

Synopsis

Set in the seedy underbelly of 1960s New York City, the musical navigates Charity’s romantic trials and tribulations, as she remains ever-hopeful despite a series of misfortunes in her love life.

Known for its vibrant dance numbers and memorable songs like Big Spender and If My Friends Could See Me Now, the musical is a poignant and humorous look at the life of a woman seeking love and acceptance in a harsh and unforgiving world.

About the show

• Written by: Cy Coleman, Dorothy Fields, Neil Simon
• Premiered: 1966
• Genres & themes: 1960s, Comedy, Drama, Romance, Two Act
• Setting: 1960s, New York City

Songs from Sweet Charity

1. Overture
2. Charity’s Theme
3. You Should See Yourself
4. Big Spender
5. Charity’s Soliloquy
6. Rich Man’s Frug
7. If My Friends Could See Me Now
8. Too Many Tomorrows
9. There’s Gotta Be Something Better Than This
10. It’s a Nice Face
11. Rhythm of Life
12. Sweet Charity
13. Where Am I Going?
14. I’m a Brass Band
15. I Love to Cry at Weddings
16. Finale