Amazing Grace: Musical Info & Synopsis


Synopsis:

Amazing Grace tells the true story of John Newton, the Englishman who penned the well-known hymn, “Amazing Grace.” The story follows Newton’s personal transformation, intertwined with a love story and the struggles of those who fought against the inhumanity of slavery. Amazing Grace explores themes of redemption, forgiveness, and the transformative power of faith.


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Musical Information

Musical Type: Contemporary (2012)

Cast Size: 15+

Genre: Drama

Setting: 1700s / England, Africa


Creative Team

Music/Lyrics/Book: Christopher Smith

Book: Arthur Giron


Cast Albums

Original Broadway Cast (2016)➝


Licensing

Amazing Grace is available to license through Amazing Grace Licensing.

International Licensing

Resources

Audition Songs: Theatre Trip

Sheet Music: Amazon➝


Tags

2010s, Christmas, DramaticTrue Story


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