110 In The Shade Backdrops for Rent

The History of 110 In The Shade

110 in the Shade is a musical with a book by N. Richard Nash, lyrics by Tom Jones, and music by Harvey Schmidt. Tony Award nominations went to Schmidt and Jones as Best Composer and Lyricist. It also had nominations for best actress, actor, and director. An original cast recording was released by RCA Victor.

This musical follows Lizzie Curry, a spinster who lives on a ranch in the American Southwest. When she meets the local sheriff File, a cautious divorcé, and charismatic con man Bill Starbuck, a love triangle begins.

110 In The Shade opened on Broadway in 1963 and was nominated for four Tony Awards. Since then, the show has gone on to have a Broadway revival in 2007, with Audra McDonald starring as Lizzie Curry.