The Jersey Lily
1903 musical / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Jersey Lily is a musical in two acts and four scenes with music by Reginald De Koven and both book and lyrics by George V. Hobart.[1] Additionally, composer Jean Schwartz and lyricist William Jerome contributed the song "Bedelia" to the show; and it is this song that became the popular hit of the production. The sheet music for "Bedelia" sold more than three million copies.[2] The work was created as a starring vehicle for Blanche Ring who portrayed the title role of Liliandra. The Jersey Lily premiered on Broadway at the Victoria Theatre on September 14, 1903.[3]
This article is about the musical. For the actress and socialite nicknamed "The Jersey Lily", see Lillie Langtry.