Bat Boy: Musical Information & Synopsis


Synopsis

Bat Boy is a comedic horror musical that centers around the discovery of a half-human, half-bat, who is taken into the home of a local veterinarian and his family. As they attempt to integrate him into society, Bat Boy learns about the human world, facing prejudice from the townspeople in the process. Bat Boy touches on themes of acceptance, family, and the fear of the unknown.


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Musical Information

Genre

Music Genres

Musical Theatre, Rock, Gospel Song

Acts

Two-Acts

Format

Book Musical

Basis

Tabloid

Setting (Time)

Present

Setting (Place)

USA (West Virginia)


Creative Team

Music/Lyrics: Laurence O’Keefe

Book: Keythe Farley, Brian Flemming


Cast Albums

Original Off-Broadway Cast (2001)➝

Original London Cast (2004)➝

New York City Center Cast (2026)➝


Licensing

Bat Boy is available to license through Concord Theatricals.

USA/Canada Licensing

Resources

Audition Songs: Theatre Trip


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