Catch Me If You Can is a musical adaptation of the 2002 film. The music is written by the accomplished duo Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, known for their work on “Hairspray,” the musical premiered in Seattle in 2009 before making its Broadway debut in 2011.
The narrative centres around the cat-and-mouse chase between the charming teenager Frank Abagnale Jr. and the dogged FBI agent Carl Hanratty. As Frank successfully impersonates pilots, doctors, and lawyers, the musical explores themes of identity, deception, and the quest for paternal approval.
Shaiman and Wittman’s score is a vibrant medley of 1960s-inspired tunes that complement the era’s aesthetic, blending jazz, pop, and show tunes. Numbers like “Live in Living Color” and “Jet Set” capture the exuberance and audacity of Frank’s adventures, while deeper songs like “Fly, Fly Away” reveal underlying emotional currents.
Although it had a modest run on Broadway, the show received several Tony nominations, praised for its energetic performances and spirited choreography. “Catch Me If You Can” continues to charm audiences with its wit, heart, and old-school musical flair in regional and international productions.
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