An American in Paris

The multiple Tony-winning An American in Paris is making its Los Angeles premiere March 22-April 9, 2017. Craig Lucas (Prelude to a Kiss, The Light in the Piazza) wrote the book; the show features classic George and Ira Gershwin songs, including several from the iconic 1951 film, such as “I Got Rhythm” and “S Wonderful.” The stage adaptation was nominated for 12 Tonys, winning four. There may be no replacing Gene Kelly, but one of “American’s” Tony wins was for Best Choreography (Christopher Wheeldon) and it collected three Fred and Adele Astaire Awards for its dancing.