The Amorous Flea

About the show

The Amorous Flea is a musical with a book by Jerry Devine and music and lyrics by Bruce Montgomery. It is based on Molière's 1662 comedy The School for Wives. The off-Broadway production, directed by Jack Sydow, opened on February 17, 1964, at the East 78th Street Playhouse and moved to York Theatre, running for a total of 93 performances. Proctor won the Theatre World Award for his performance. Songs in the production include "Lessons On Life".