The Irish… and How They Got That Way
| The Irish… and How They Got That Way | |
|---|---|
| Music | Various |
| Lyrics | Various |
| Book | Frank McCourt |
| Premiere | 1997: Irish Repertory Theatre |
| Productions | 1997 Off-Broadway 2000 Off-Broadway revival |
The Irish… and How They Got That Way is an American Off-Broadway musical first performed in 1997 at the Irish Repertory Theatre. Based on a book by Frank McCourt, the play featured an eclectic mix of Irish music ranging from the traditional "Danny Boy" to U2's "I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For."