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Inside U.S.A. (1948)

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Inside U.S.A. was a Broadway musical revue that opened in 1948. It used a series of songs, sketches, and production numbers to comment on American regional life, politics, customs, and popular culture rather than telling one continuous story. The score was written by Arthur Schwartz, with lyrics by Howard Dietz.

The production reflects the large-scale American revue style of the period, in which topical satire and celebrity performance were combined with elaborate staging.

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Is Inside U.S.A. a story musical or a revue?

Inside U.S.A. is a 1948 Broadway revue made of songs, sketches, and production numbers about American regions, politics, customs, and popular culture. It draws loosely on John Gunther's book Inside U.S.A. rather than following one continuous plot.

Who wrote the score for Inside U.S.A.?

Arthur Schwartz wrote the music and Howard Dietz wrote the lyrics. Sketch material came from Arnold Auerbach, Moss Hart, and Arnold B. Horwitt, as recorded by [IBDB](https://www.ibdb.com/broadway-production/inside-usa-1999).

Where did Inside U.S.A. play on Broadway?

It opened at the New Century Theatre on April 30, 1948, then moved to the Majestic Theatre on August 23, 1948. The Broadway run closed on February 19, 1949.

Which notable performers appeared in Inside U.S.A.?

The original production included Beatrice Lillie and Jack Haley among its featured performers. Helen Tamiris staged the dances, while the revue used ensemble numbers to move between regional scenes.

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