Assassins: Musical Info & Synopsis


Synopsis:

Assassins focuses on 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. Assassins provides a thought-provoking look at the American Dream, fame, power, and societal repercussions.


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Musical Information

Parental Warning: Adult Themes/Content

Musical Type: Pre-Contemporary (1990)

Cast Size: 12+

Genre: Drama

Setting: Various / USA


Creative Team

Music/Lyrics: Stephen Sondheim

Book: John Weidman


Cast Albums

Original Cast (1991)➝

Broadway Cast (2004)➝

Off-Broadway Cast (2022)➝


Licensing

Assassins is available to license through Music Theatre International.

Australasia Licensing

Europe Licensing

International Licensing

Resources

Audition Songs: Theatre Trip

Sheet Music: Amazon➝


Tags

1990s, America, Child Role, Dark, Dramatic, Edgy, Educational, History, Narrator, Non-Linear, One-Act, One-Word, Original, Political, Spooky


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