The Wild Party | 2027 |

The narrative is based on Joseph Moncure March's scandalous 1928 book-length poem, which notably inspired two completely separate, rival musical adaptations opening in New York during the exact same theatrical season in 2000. 🎭 The Two Musical Adaptations

: Queenie and Burrs have been together for a few years, but their dynamic has turned abusive and stale. The Wild Party

The story of The Wild Party centers on Queenie, a 1920s vaudeville dancer, and her violent, passionate lover Burrs, a vaudeville clown . To distract themselves from their toxic, deteriorating relationship, they decide to throw a decadent, alcohol-and-drug-fueled party in their Manhattan apartment. As the night descends into chaos and inhibitions fade, Queenie attempts to make Burrs jealous by pursuing a handsome guest named Mr. Black, leading to a climax of jealousy, rage, and a fatal gunshot. The narrative is based on Joseph Moncure March's

Because the original 1928 poem entered the public domain, two composers adapted the exact same story simultaneously: Because the original 1928 poem entered the public

: After a physical altercation on a Sunday morning, Burrs suggests they throw a massive party to relieve the tension and entertain "all the old gang".

: A wild assortment of Manhattan's fringe society arrives, including a minor named Nadine, the trouble-making Kate, and Kate's suave companion, Mr. Black.