Assassins: Musical Info & Synopsis


Synopsis:

Assassins unites a diverse set of historical characters who, at various points in time, sought to alter the course of U.S. history. Set against the backdrop of different eras, the musical delves into the driving forces, aspirations, and frustrations of these individuals. The musical encourages us to ponder over notions of the American Dream, fame, power dynamics, and societal repercussions.


Musical Information

Parental Warning: Adult Themes/Content

Musical Type: Pre-Contemporary (1990)

Cast Size: 12+

Genre: Historical Fiction

Setting: Various / USA


Creative Team

Music/Lyrics: Stephen Sondheim

Book: John Weidman


Cast Albums

Original Cast (1991)➝

Broadway Cast (2004)➝

Off-Broadway Cast (2022)➝


Resources

Audition Songs: Theatre Trip

Licensing: Music Theatre International➝

Sheet Music: Amazon➝


Tags

1990s, America, Dark, Dramatic, Edgy, Historical, Narrator, One-Act, One-Word, Original, Political, Spooky


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