Details

This musical was a smash Broadway hit in '78. The plot is based on the true story of a Texan TV muckraker named Marvin Zindler, who forces embarrassed politicians to close down the legendary La Grange brothel, in business since the 1800's The brothel, known to all as 'The Chicken Ranch' received its title letting poor farmers pay for their pleasure with poultry instead of cash! Saucy, raunchy and great fun, with take-home showstoppers to heartwrenching tear-jerkers. With additional support from the National Theatre Studio, BAC, Live at LICA, Nuffield Theatre (Southampton), The Point (Eastleigh). A SPILL Commission, presented in partnership with the New Wolsey Theatre.

Creatives/Company

Book by(s): Larry L King, Peter Masterson
Music: Carol Hall
Lyrics: Carol Hall
Producer(s): Cambridge Junction, ICIA University of Bath, Colchester Arts Centre, Norwich Arts Centre, Roehampton University
Company: Getinthebackofthevan