Kismet is a musical adapted by Charles Lederer and Luther Davis from the play Kismet (1911) by Edward Knoblock, with lyrics and musical adaptation by Robert Wright and George Forrest. The music was mostly adapted from several pieces composed by Alexander Borodin. The story concerns a wily poet who talks his way out of trouble several times; meanwhile, his beautiful daughter meets and falls in love with the young caliph. Best Musical at the 8th Tony Awards, March 28, 1954 — hosted by James Sauter at Plaza Hotel. Wiki link Wiki link