Cabin in the Sky: Musical Info & Synopsis


Synopsis:

Cabin in the Sky centers around Little Joe, a dying man who faces a moral crossroads between angelic forces and devilish temptations. As Joe lingers between life and death, he experiences a dream-like journey in which his choices will shape his afterlife. Cabin in the Sky explores themes of spirituality, redemption, and the choices that shape our destinies.


Musical Information

Musical Type: Golden Age (1940)

Cast Size: 15+

Genre: Fantasy

Setting: N/A


Creative Team

Music: Vernon Duke

Lyrics: John Latouche

Book: Lynn Root


Cast Albums

Broadway Cast (1964)➝


Tags

1940s, Fantasy, Golden Age, Gospel, Jazz


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