Anyone can whistle

Book • 1964
The musical, written by Stephen Sondheim and Arthur Laurents, tells the story of a corrupt mayor who creates a fake miracle to attract tourists.

The plot involves a nurse from a local asylum, a mysterious stranger, and the blurring of lines between sanity and insanity.

Despite its short initial run on Broadway in 1964, the musical has gained acclaim for its score and has been revived in various productions over the years.

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Mentioned by Audra McDonald in relation to a song she often performs, "The Glamorous Life."
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