description Share My Lettuce Overview
Share My Lettuce is a British musical revue that premiered in London in 1957. Rather than telling one continuous story, the production belongs to the revue tradition of presenting a sequence of comic scenes, songs, and performance numbers. It is chiefly remembered in theatre history for providing early professional exposure to Kenneth Williams and Maggie Smith, two performers who later became widely known for British comedy, stage work, and screen roles. The piece is relevant to readers studying postwar London theatre and variety entertainment.
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When did Share My Lettuce premiere?
Share My Lettuce opened at London's Lyric Theatre in Hammersmith on August 21, 1957. It later transferred to the Comedy Theatre and then the Garrick Theatre.
Is Share My Lettuce a conventional book musical?
No, it is a revue made up of comic scenes, songs, and performance numbers rather than one continuous plot. The book was by Bamber Gascoigne, with music by Keith Statham and Patrick Gowers.
Who appeared in the original Share My Lettuce cast?
The cast included Maggie Smith and Kenneth Williams, alongside performers such as Barbara Evans, Johnny Greenland, Roderick Cook, and Heather Linson. Kenneth Williams was listed in the cast color-coded as Lettuce Green.
What kind of songs are in Share My Lettuce?
The published number list includes pieces such as "Colours," "Lute Song," "Love's Cocktail," "Party Games," and "Colour Calls." That variety reflects the revue format, which moves between comic sketches, solo numbers, and ensemble performances.
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