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REGIONAL PREMIERE

Backwards in High Heels
The Ginger Musical
November 24 - December 19, 2010
conceived & developed by Lynnette Barkley & Christopher McGovern
book/original songs/arrangements by Christopher McGovern
directed by Scott Schwartz

The remarkable life of the legendary actress Ginger Rogers comes to life onstage!

This intimate musical dances its way through Ginger’s life with unforgettable music, show-stopping dance numbers and a captivating story that chronicles her journey from hometown to Hollywood and from one love affair to another. Best known as Fred Astaire’s dance partner, Ginger defied her overly-protective mother to become one of Hollywood’s biggest stars and one of the industry’s first women to demand equal pay. Funny, moving and a visual feast, Backwards In High Heels is a toe-tapping, swirling, gliding account of her ambitious public and private life.

Approx. Performance Run Time: 2 hours, with one 20 minute intermission.

Out 'n' About - San Jose Rep's LGBT Night

Join us on December 10th from 6pm - 12 midnight for our annual LGBT Night. The evening will start with a VIP pre-show reception with wine, appetizers, and a festive goodie bag. You will then be treated to Parterre seating for the regional premiere of Backwards in High Heels, The Ginger Musical. Immediately after the show, join us in the Curtain Call Patron Lounge for a chance to meet the cast. Read More

Show Calendar

Show Calendar
  Ghostlight Forum Ghostlight - Insight Night Opening Night Opening Night Afters!
  Post-show Discussion Post-show Discussion Creative Playshop Creative Playshop
  ASL interpreted performance American Sign Language Interpreted Show @ 3pm
  Out N About Out 'n' About - San Jose Rep's LGBT Night