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Girlfriend - Musical brings Matthew Sweet's iconic 1991 album to the stage, weaving coming-of-age themes and LGBTQ+ romance in a 1990s setting. With a book by Todd Almond and a score shaped by Sweet's music, this rock/pop musical has toured and been produced by notable venues since its world premiere at Berkeley Repertory Theatre in 2010. Concord Theatricals handles official licensing and production details, ensuring the show stays faithful to its source while translating to live performance.

The live experience

What reaches the room

On this page, you’ll find a concise biography of the show, highlights from its discography context, and an overview of upcoming live opportunities. Whether you’re a Matthew Sweet fan, a theatre enthusiast, or curious about LGBTQ+ stories in musical theatre, Girlfriend offers a music-driven experience that travels across cities and stages.

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Key productions include the world premiere at Berkeley Repertory Theatre (April 2010, directed by Les Waters) and subsequent runs at Actors Theatre of Louisville (2013), Center Theatre Group/Kirk Douglas Theatre in Los Angeles (2015), and Diversionary Theatre in San Diego (2019). While there is no widely released original cast album, the show remains vibrant through live performances and regional productions, driven by a strong creative team and musical identity.

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For fans and attendees, follow official updates via Concord Theatricals for licensing and touring news. Security of seats is easy through trusted listings—reach out to us and we’ll help with availability when tours or local productions are announced.

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If you’re new to Girlfriend, think of it as a contemporary pop/rock musical that uses Matthew Sweet’s songs to tell a heartfelt coming-of-age story with humor and spirit.

The essentials

Quick Facts About Girlfriend - Musical

  • Based on Matthew Sweet's 1991 album Girlfriend, with a book by Todd Almond.
  • World premiere at Berkeley Repertory Theatre in April 2010, directed by Les Waters, with music/lyrics by Matthew Sweet.
  • Subsequent notable productions include Actors Theatre of Louisville (2013), Center Theatre Group/Kirk Douglas Theatre in Los Angeles (2015), and Diversionary Theatre in San Diego (2019).
  • Musical style: rock/pop musical that uses Sweet’s songs as the soundtrack for a coming‑of‑age, LGBTQ+ romance set in a small Nebraska town in the 1990s.
  • Official licensing/production details are handled by Concord Theatricals; the show is listed as a pop/rock musical based on the album. ([concordtheatricals.com](https://www.concordtheatricals.com/p/61838/girlfriend?utm_source=openai))
  • Discography and related albums include the original Girlfriend album (1991) and Matthew Sweet’s broader discography; the musical itself has inspired several regional productions but no widespread original cast album release noted publicly. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_Sweet_discography))

The records

Girlfriend - Musical Discography

  • Catspaw
    2021 · Omnivore Recordings
  • Wicked System of Things
    2018 · Honeycomb Hideout
  • Tomorrow's Daughter
    2018 · MRI
  • Tomorrow Forever
    2017 · Honeycomb Hideout
  • Under the Covers, Vol. 3 (With Susanna Hoffs)
    2013 · Shout! Factory
  • Modern Art
    2011 · Missing Piece
  • Under the Covers, Vol. 2 (With Susanna Hoffs)
    2009 · Shout! Factory
  • Under the Covers, Vol. 1 (With Susanna Hoffs)
    2006 · Shout! Factory
  • Completely Under the Covers
    2015 · Demon (box set)
  • Time Capsule: Best of 90/00
    2000 · Volcano
  • To Understand: The Early Recordings of Matthew Sweet
    2002 · Hip-O
  • Living Things
    2004 · RCAM
  • Kimi Ga Suki
    2003 · RCAM
  • In Reverse
    1999 · Volcano
  • Blue Sky on Mars
    1997 · Zoo Entertainment
  • 100% Fun
    1995 · Zoo Entertainment
  • Altered Beast
    1993 · Zoo Entertainment
  • Girlfriend
    1991 · Zoo Entertainment
  • Earth
    1989 · A&M
  • Inside
    1986 · Sony

The hits

Top Girlfriend - Musical Songs

  • Where You Get Love
    1997 · US Main #24; US Modern #14; AUS #178
  • Sick of Myself
    1995 · US Main #58; US Modern #13; AUS #2
  • We're the Same
    1995 · US Bubbling Under #13; US Main charted? (no major Hot 100)
  • The Ugly Truth
    1993 · NZ #3; US Main #35
  • Girlfriend
    1992 · US Main #10; US Modern #4; AUS #71
  • Divine Intervention
    1991 · US Modern Rock #23

Key productions include the world premiere at Berkeley Repertory Theatre (April 2010, directed by Les Waters) and subsequent runs at Actors Theatre of Louisville (2013), Center Theatre Group/Kirk Douglas Theatre in Los Angeles (2015), and Diversionary Theatre in San Diego (2019). While there is no widely released original cast album, the show remains vibrant through live performances and regional productions, driven by a strong creative team and musical identity.

For fans and attendees, follow official updates via Concord Theatricals for licensing and touring news. Security of seats is easy through trusted listings—reach out to us and we’ll help with availability when tours or local productions are announced.

If you’re new to Girlfriend, think of it as a contemporary pop/rock musical that uses Matthew Sweet’s songs to tell a heartfelt coming-of-age story with humor and spirit.

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