Herman Raucher

SUMMER OF '42, featuring a book by Tony Award nominee Hunter Foster, is now playing at Bucks County Playhouse through August 11. Check out a first look at the production, and go behind the scenes with Foster below!

The newest musical to grace the stage at Bucks County Playhouse is SUMMER OF '42. This musical is based on the novel and 1971 film of the same name. Herman Raucher wrote the novel and screenplay. Hunter Foster (URINETOWN, HANDS ON A HARBODY) wrote the book for this musical and David Kirshenbaum wrote the music and lyrics. Foster also directs this production. SUMMER OF '42 is a coming of age story that reminds audiences about the innocence of youth. SUMMER OF '42 is a heartfelt story, and Bucks County Playhouse's production of this show is full of heart, humor, and heartbreak.

The newest musical to illuminate the stage at Bucks County Playhouse is SUMMER OF '42. This musical is based on the novel and 1971 film of the same name. Herman Raucher wrote the novel and screenplay. Hunter Foster (URINETOWN, HANDS ON A HARDBODY) wrote the book for this musical and David Kirshenbaum wrote the music and lyrics. Foster also directs this production. According to Bucks County Playhouse, "SUMMER OF '42 is a coming of age story about three teenage boys living on a tiny island off the coast of Maine during the time when America was in the middle of a full-scale war and men were lining up to join the army. It becomes a summer they will never forget."

Bucks County Playhouse (BCP) (Jed Bernstein, Producing Director) presents the musical Summer of '42, featuring a book by Tony Award nominee Hunter Foster (Little Shop of Horrors) and music and lyrics by David Kirshenbaum (Vanities).

The cast of Bucks County Playhouse's SUMMER OF '42, featuring a book by Tony Award nominee Hunter Foster, has entered rehearsals in preparationg for the production's opening night, set for July 25. Check out a first look below!

Bucks County Playhouse (BCP) (Jed Bernstein, Producing Director) has announced complete casting for the musical Summer of '42, featuring a book by Tony Award nominee Hunter Foster (Little Shop of Horrors) and music and lyrics by David Kirshenbaum (Vanities).

Bucks County Playhouse (BCP) (Jed Bernstein, Producing Director) has announced that it will screen the 1971 film Summer of '42 directed by Robert Mulligan (To Kill A Mockingbird) ahead of its premiere of the musical adaptation. The free screening will take place today, July 8th at 6:00 PM at the Bucks County Playhouse (70 South Main Street, New Hope, PA).

Bucks County Playhouse (BCP) (Jed Bernstein, Producing Director) has announced that it will screen the 1971 film Summer of '42 directed by Robert Mulligan (To Kill A Mockingbird) ahead of its premiere of the musical adaptation. The free screening will take place on Monday, July 8th at 6:00 PM at the Bucks County Playhouse (70 South Main Street, New Hope, PA).

Bucks County Playhouse (BCP) (Jed Bernstein, Producing Director) has announced that the Kander and Ebb review The World Goes 'Round will begin performances tonight, June 27th. The musical revue features a star studded cast including Michelle Aravena, Janine DiVita, Tony Award nominee Tom Hewitt,David Josefsberg, and Tony Award nominee Emily Skinner with direction by Don Stephenson.

Bucks County Playhouse (BCP) (Jed Bernstein, Producing Director) has announced that the Kander and Ebb review The World Goes 'Roundwill begin performances this Thursday, June 27th. The musical revue features a star studded cast including Michelle Aravena, Janine DiVita, Tony Award nominee Tom Hewitt,David Josefsberg, and Tony Award nominee Emily Skinner with direction by Don Stephenson.

Bucks County Playhouse (BCP) (Jed Bernstein, Producing Director) has announced that the world premiere of Mothers and Sonsby four-time Tony Award-winning playwright Terrence McNally is now in performances. The new play features a star studded cast including Tyne Daly, Manoel Felciano, Bobby Steggert, and Grayson Taylor with direction by Sheryl Kaller.

Bucks County Playhouse (BCP) (Jed Bernstein, Producing Director) has announced Summer of '42 as the final piece of its first full summer season. Featuring a book by Tony Award nominee Hunter Foster (Little Shop of Horrors) and music and lyrics by David Kirshenbaum (Vanities), Summer of '42 is based upon the novel and screenplay by Herman Raucher. Tony Award nominee Lonny Price (A Class Act) makes his directorial return to the Bucks County Playhouse following A Grand Night for Singing, the first show of last year's grand re-opening.

Kelly Reichardt's films are among the most richly textured and keenly observant works in contemporary cinema.

Kelly Reichardt's films are among the most richly textured and keenly observant works in contemporary cinema.

Kelly Reichardt's films are among the most richly textured and keenly observant works in contemporary cinema.

The Hartt School presents the musicals The Glorious Ones and Summer of ‘42 in repertory Wednesday, December 8, through Sunday, December 12.

The Hartt School presents the musicals The Glorious Ones and Summer of ‘42 in repertory Wednesday, December 8, through Sunday, December 12.

Upcoming Events at The Hartt School December 2010

Celia Keenan-Bolger and Ryan Driscoll discuss the making of the soundtrack for 'Summer of '42' and the original run. The also discuss education, Spelling Bee, getting started with careers and more.

The premiere recording of the musical romance Summer of '42--starring Rachel York, Celia Keenan-Bolger and more--will be released by Jay Records in September.