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Bloomington-Normal, Illinois
The Baker's Wife

The Baker’s Wife

Date & Time
Wednesday, August 13, 2025 - Saturday, August 16, 2025
7:30 pm - 9:45 pm
Cost
$5-$25
Location
1210 Park St., Bloomington, IL, 61701
Phone
309.808.8558
A GENTLY BITTERSWEET AND OFFBEAT TABLE OF LIFE, LOVE AND BREAD.
“Old-world charm permeates every moment of The Baker’s Wife, a true gem of a musical by legendary authors, Joseph Stein (Fiddler on the Roof) and Stephen Schwartz (Godspell, Wicked, Pippin). This romantic musical has developed a loyal following for its lush score featuring the song “Meadowlark.”

“The bickering residents of a rural village in 1935 Provence, France, have been without a baker for seven weeks. They finally find peace and contentment in the new baker, Aimable, and his attractive young wife, Genevieve. However, when Genevieve is lured away by a handsome young gigolo, the middle-aged baker loses all zest for life and baking. When he refuses to bake, the villagers must work as a team to bring Aimable and Genevieve back together.”

“This delightful musical showcases a strong ensemble of featured roles and the opportunity for a female star. A lesser-known title with a tuneful score and witty book, The Baker’s Wife should turn out to be the “hidden gem” in your season of shows.”
from Music Theatre International
https://www.mtishows.com/the-bakers-wife