Some Like It Hot at Tennessee Performing Arts Center

The Story of Some Like It Hot

The show is set in the early 1930s just before the end of the Prohibition era. Two male jazz musicians, Joe and Jerry, witness a mobster commit a crime at the Speakeasy where they are playing. Rather than allow the mobster to try to kill them, the musicians decide to go on the run.

They put on women’s clothing and join a touring all-girl swing big band called Sweet Sue and the Society Syncopators. While touring, the two become infatuated with the band’s singer, Sugar Kane. They keep their real identities protected, but they both hope to gain the favor of Sugar Kane.

As the group tours, relationships form that threaten to expose Joe and Jerry as men. The gangsters and the FBI get involved, realizing Jerry and Joe from their tap-dancing routines. Which further complicating the groups movement to performances and its ability to receive funding from new investors.

Jerry, now identifying as Daphne, falls in love with one of the investors, leading to a marriage proposal. They can't keep their identities hidden forever, but none of the characters let that affect their feelings for each other. As Prohibition comes to an end, 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. It also won Best Costumes and Best Choreography, meaning you’ll love the visual portions of the show as much as the beautiful music and lyrics. It features entertaining tap-dancing numbers, too.

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

History

Some Like It Hot had its opening night at the Shubert Theater on Broadway in late 2022. Its last performance was near the end of 2023. The shows North American tour kicked off in the back half of 2024 and continues at this time. You now can attend the show in your classic theater in Nashville.

Some Like It Hot received the Best Musical Theater Album Grammy Award in 2023. Although the original film had limited songs, the new Broadway remake 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

Tennessee Performing Arts Center

The Nashville is highly regarded for best areas for vibrant nightlife. Enjoy an entire day or night of entertainment around going to this Broadway Show in Nashville.

The Tennessee Performing Arts Center has plenty of convenient parking availability nearby. You also can access public transportation to reach the venue safely. Even though Tennessee Performing Arts Center has a vintage theater design and decor, the modern seats are comfortable. 

Whether you love the original 50's movie or are new to the music of Some Like It Hot, you will fall in love with this version of the story. While the characters go through their cross-country ride, you’ll be right alongside them!

Some Like It Hot brings all the heart and laughs you expect to find with modern musical comedies. Order your passes now to attend Some Like It Hot at Tennessee Performing Arts Center in Nashville on Tuesday 21st April 2026, prices from as little as $43!