An original drama that uses Weill’s songs as vehicles for much of the plot and action. Six characters–four men and two women–are waiting for a ship that will take them to the utopia of Youkali. As they interact, their individual histories emerge, and attractions and repulsions are formed within the group. After a series of confrontations, they are able to make peace with each other and with themselves. Finally they realize that a journey to Youkali will not solve their problems, and they are better off remaining where they are.