A Minister’s Wife: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
A Minister’s Wife follows Reverend James Morell, his wife Candida, and the young poet Eugene Marchbanks, who is infatuated with Candida. As tensions mount and passions ignite, the characters grapple with their desires, insecurities, and beliefs, leading to a series of emotional revelations and moments of self-discovery. A Minister’s Wife offers an exploration of the human heart, touching on themes of marriage, faith, and the complexities of intimate relationships.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Contemporary (2011)
Genre: Drama
Setting: 1900s, 1910s / England (London)
Creative Team
Music: Joshua Schmidt
Lyrics: Jan Levy Tranen
Book: Austin Pendleton
Based On: Candida➝ by George Bernard Shaw
Cast Albums
Original Off-Broadway Cast (2011)➝
Licensing
A Minister’s Wife is available to license through Concord Theatricals.
UK Licensing
USA/Canada Licensing
Tags
2010s, Based on a Play, Classical, Dramatic, Legit, Obscure, Religion
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Last Reviewed: March 28, 2026
