13: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
13 follows the journey of Evan, a young teenager who is uprooted from his familiar life in New York City and finds himself in a small town in Indiana. As he navigates the challenges of being the new kid in school, Evan becomes determined to throw an amazing Bar Mitzvah party to gain popularity. Along the way, he learns valuable lessons about friendship, loyalty, and acceptance.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Contemporary (2007)
Cast: Medium (11+ Roles)
Setting: Present / USA (Indiana)
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics: Jason Robert Brown
Book: Dan Elish, Robert Horn
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (2008)➝
Original West End Cast (2012)➝
Licensing
13 is available to license through Music Theatre International.
Australasia Licensing Options
Europe Licensing Options
International Licensing Options
Resources
Audition Songs: Theatre Trip
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
2000s, Comedic, Dramatic, Friendship, Middle School, One-Act, One-Word, Original, Pop/Rock, School
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Last Reviewed: April 18, 2026