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, Dramatic, True Story
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