Modern Millie is Old Fashioned Fun

Set in New York in the 1920’s, Thoroughly Modern Millie is a musical-lover’s musical. The whimsical set of cartoon-like buildings and street scenes magically morphs into interiors for the office and boarding house. There are bright costumes, cheerful singing and large ensemble dances.

Millie Dillmount moves from Kansas to New York City in search of a new life. Declaring herself a ‘modern’ Millie sets her sights on getting a job as a stenographer and marrying the boss. In a boarding house for young actresses she finds a room, friends, new adventures and (Gasp!) danger!

Claci Miller-Juday is properly perky as Millie. Marsha Dupree, one of Atlanta’s premiere Jazz artists, croons songs and wisdom as Muzzy Van Hossmere. Marcie Millard as the delightfully wicked Mrs. Meers steals the show.

Thoroughl y Modern Millie, winner of five Tony Awards including best musical is based on a book by Richard Henry Morris. Music is by Jeanine Tesori and lyrics by Dick Scanlan. Brandt Blocker is Stage and Music Director. Karen Hebert from New Orleans is thrilled to be back in Atlanta as choreographer.

The Atlanta Lyric Theatre, located in the Earl Smith Strand Theatre is on the square in Marietta. Thoroughly Modern Millie is playing through October 2nd. Call 404-377-9948 or visit AtlantaLyricTheatre.com for tickets. ArtsCard members receive 20% off tickets, limit 2 per person.