Bat Boy: Musical Info & 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.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Pre-Contemporary (1997)
Cast Size: 12+
Setting: Present / USA (West Virginia)
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics: Laurence O’Keefe
Book: Keythe Farley, Brian Flemming
Cast Albums
Original Off-Broadway Cast (2001)➝
Licensing
Bat Boy is available to license through Broadway Licensing.
International Licensing
Resources
Audition Songs: Theatre Trip
Tags
1990s, Animals, Comedic, Family, Fantasy, Gospel, Horror, Rock, Spooky, Tragedy
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