Chaplin: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Chaplin brings to life the career and personal struggles of Charlie Chaplin, the iconic silent film star. The narrative unfolds through a series of flashbacks, chronicling Chaplin’s impoverished childhood in London, his breakthrough in vaudeville, and his evolution into one of the most influential figures in the film industry. The musical also delves into Chaplin’s complex relationships, including his marriages and his interactions with notable people of the time.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Contemporary (2006)
Cast Size: 15+
Genre: Biography
Setting: 1890s, 1910s, 1930s, 1950s / USA (California), England (London)
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics/Book: Christopher Curtis
Book: Thomas Meehan
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (2012)➝
Licensing
Chaplin is available to license internationally through Broadway Licensing➝.
Resources
Audition Songs: Theatre Trip
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
2000s, Biographical, Child Role, One-Word, True Story
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