“I’m pregnant!” Those two little words have an enormous impact on the lives of the women who find themselves facing that reality.
For hundreds of years, couples have dealt with all that the imminent arrival of a baby brings. The news may invoke joy—or dread. It may come as a shock or bring huge relief. Some may wrestle with the possibility of ending the pregnancy. Then there are the practical things: Do we get married? Move to a bigger place? Can we afford this? Who’s going to stay home with the child? Can we both still have careers?
The musical Baby (with music by David Shire and lyrics by Richard Maltby Jr.) takes us on a journey as three couples of varying ages explore these questions. Based on a story developed by Susan Yankowitz, the show opened on Broadway in November 1983 (notably starring Liz Callaway as Lizzie) and ran for more than 240 performances…”
