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Do Black Patent Leather Shoes Really Reflect Up? is a nostalgic, 1950s coming-of-age musical/comedy set in a Catholic elementary school. Originally based on John R. Powers' 1975 novel, with music and lyrics by James Quinn and Alaric Jans, the show premiered in Chicago in 1979 and later played Philadelphia before a brief Broadway run in 1982. Today, the production ecosystem is anchored by contemporary performances organized around regional theaters, most notably the Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg in Mechanicsburg, PA, which keeps the work alive with touring productions and ongoing updates for fans. We’ve got you with easy, no-fuss access to tickets for upcoming performances and the latest show information across venues.