Big: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Big revolves around Josh Baskin, a 12-year-old boy who, after making a wish on a fortune-telling machine, wakes up to find himself in the body of a grown-up. While still having the mind of a child, Josh embarks on an adventure in the adult world, securing a job at a toy company and forming a connection with his coworker, Susan Lawrence. As Josh navigates the challenges of adulthood, he also yearns to find a way back to his true self. The musical explores themes of innocence, imagination, and the desire to stay young at heart.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Pre-Contemporary (1996)
Cast Size: 11+
Genre: Fantasy
Setting: 1990s / USA (New Jersey, NYC)
Creative Team
Music: David Shire
Lyrics: Richard Maltby, Jr.
Book: John Weidman
Cast Albums
Resources
Audition Songs: Theatre Trip
Licensing: Music Theatre International➝
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
1990s, Based on a Movie, Child Roles, Fantasy, Magic, One-Word
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