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Spring Thaw was a Canadian musical and sketch revue that premiered in Toronto in 1948 under the New Play Society. The production used topical skits, songs, solos, and impersonations, with book and lyrics by Mavor Moore and music by Tommy Tweed. It was later performed in other parts of Canada, including the Charlottetown Festival, and the New Play Society presented the revue from 1948 to 1971 before reviving it from 1980 to 1986.
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When did Spring Thaw premiere?
Spring Thaw premiered in Toronto in 1948 under the New Play Society. It was a Canadian musical and sketch revue built around topical humor.
Who wrote the music and text for Spring Thaw?
Mavor Moore wrote the book and lyrics, while Tommy Tweed wrote the music. The production was associated with Toronto's New Play Society.
What was the format of Spring Thaw?
It combined topical skits, songs, solos, and impersonations rather than telling one continuous story. The revue used current Canadian subjects as material for satire.
How long did Spring Thaw continue after its premiere?
The revue was performed annually until 1971. Its long run made it one of Canada's best-known recurring topical theater productions.
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