Some Like It Hot at San Diego Civic Theatre

Synopsis

The show is set in the early 1930s just ahead of the end of the Prohibition era. Two male jazz musicians, Joe and Jerry, see a mobster commit a crime at the Speakeasy where they’re playing. Rather than allow the mobster to make them a target, the musicians go on the run.

They put on costumes and join a touring all-girl swing big band. While touring, the two fall for the band’s singer, Sugar Kane. They keep their true identities concealed, but they both hope to fall in love with Sugar Kane.

Whilst touring, relationships form that could serve to expose Joe and Jerry as men. The gangsters and the FBI get involved, spotting Jerry and Joe from their tap-dancing routines. Which further complicating the groups touring to performances and its ability to find new investors.

Jerry, who now must pass off as Daphne, falls falls for an investor, leading to a planned wedding. They can't keep their identities hidden forever, but that doesn't affect their feelings for each other. As Prohibition ends, everyone is able to move on with their new lives.

Origins

This entrancing musical comedy was written in 2022 with Marc Shaiman’s music and lyrics, Scott Wittman’s lyrics, and Matthew López and Amber Ruffin’s book. It earned 13 nominations for the 76th Tony Awards. Among its four Tony Awards, it won Best Costumes and Best Choreography, meaning you’ll appreciate the visual portions of the show as much as the emotional music and lyrics. It features entertaining tap-dancing numbers, too.

This Broadway Show follows the captivating story told in the 1959 movie by the same name. The film starred the stunning Marilyn Monroe, making it incredibly popular at the time. The new musical retells this beloved story from the film with a twist while protecting the vintage comedy and musical styles from the movie.

Production History

Some Like It Hot opened at the Shubert Theater on Broadway in late 2022. Its show-ending performance was near the end of 2023. The shows North American tour started in 2024 and continues at this time. You now can attend the show in your acclaimed theater in San Diego.

Some Like It Hot received the Best Musical Theater Album Grammy Award in 2023. Although the original film had limited songs, the new Broadway adaptation of the musical added many more. Some of the most well-known songs from the musical include:

• Some Like It Hot
• You Can’t Have Me (If You Don’t Have Him)
• Baby, Let’s Get Good
• A Darker Shade of Blue
• Let’s Be Bad

San Diego Civic Theatre

The San Diego is highly regarded for best areas for enjoyable nightlife. It’s easy to enjoy an entire day — and night — of activities around going to this Broadway Show in San Diego.

The San Diego Civic Theatre has plenty of safe parking options nearby. You also can access public transportation to reach the venue safely and on time for the show. Even though San Diego Civic Theatre has a vintage theater design, the modern seats are comfortable. 

Whether you appreciate the original 1959 movie or are new to the story of Some Like It Hot, you’ll enjoy this version of the story. While the characters go through their life-changing trip, you’ll be along for the ride!

Some Like It Hot delivers all the heart and entertainment you expect with modern musical comedies. Order your seats now to attend Some Like It Hot at San Diego Civic Theatre in San Diego on Tuesday 28th January 2025, prices starting $37!