Dames at Sea

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"Dames at Sea" is a musical comedy that premiered Off-Broadway in 1966. The show is a parody of the Hollywood musicals of the 1930s, and tells the story of a small-town girl named Ruby who arrives in New York City with dreams of becoming a Broadway star.

The musical features a score by Jim Wise and a book and lyrics by George Haimsohn and Robin Miller. The show's most famous song is "Raining in My Heart," which has been covered by several artists over the years.

"Dames at Sea" takes place almost entirely on a ship that is about to set sail for Paris. The ship is set to launch a new musical called "Dames at Sea," but when the leading lady breaks her ankle, Ruby steps in to take her place. Along the way, she falls in love with a sailor named Dick, and the two of them try to make their dreams come true together.

The show is known for its high energy and tongue-in-cheek humor, as well as its clever use of limited resources. The original production featured a small cast and minimal set, but used lighting and choreography to create a sense of grandeur and excitement. The show has been revived several times over the years, and remains a beloved classic of the musical theater canon.