Some Like It Hot at Buell Theatre

The Story of Some Like It Hot

The show has its origination in the early 1930s just prior to the end of the Prohibition era. Two male jazz musicians, Joe and Jerry, see the mob commit a crime at the Speakeasy where they’re playing. Rather than allow the mobster to put out a hit on them, the musicians go on the run.

They put on disguises and join a touring all-female swing big band called Sweet Sue and the Society Syncopators. While touring, the two become infatuated with the band’s singer, Sugar Kane. They must keep their real identities hidden, but they both hope to fall in love with Sugar Kane.

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

Jerry, now identifying as Daphne, falls falls for an investor, leading to a marriage proposal. Eventually, true identities becomes known, but that doesn't change their feelings for each other. As Prohibition comes to an end, the characters are able to move on with their new lives.

Origins

This captivating 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 received 13 nominations for the 76th Tony Awards. It also won Best Costumes and Best Choreography, meaning you’ll appreciate 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 captivating story told in the 1959 movie by the same name. The film starred the beautiful Marilyn Monroe, making it highly popular at the time. The new musical retells this time-honored story from the film with a twist while being true to the vintage comedy and musical styles from the film.

Production History

Some Like It Hot began its run at the Shubert Theater on Broadway in late 2022. Its final performance was near the end of 2023. The shows North American tour started in 2024 and continues now. You now can watch the show in your classic theater in Denver.

Some Like It Hot won the Best Musical Theater Album Grammy Award in 2023. Some of the most famous 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

The Buell Theatre

The Denver is highly regarded for best areas for enjoyable nightlife. It’s easy to enjoy an entire day — and night — of entertainment around going to this Broadway Show in Denver.

The The Buell Theatre has plenty of convenient parking options nearby. You also can access public transportation to reach the venue safely and on time for the show. Even though The Buell Theatre has a vintage theater design and decor, the modern seats are comfortable. 

Whether you appreciate the original 1959 film or are new to the choreography of Some Like It Hot, you’ll enjoy this version of the story. While the characters go through their trip of a lifetime, you’ll be along for the ride!

Some Like It Hot brings all the heart and laughs you expect with modern musical comedies. Order your passes now to attend Some Like It Hot at The Buell Theatre in Denver on Sunday 13th July 2025, prices from as little as $138!