Charlotte Sweet: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
Charlotte Sweet tells the story of Charlotte, a talented singer with a world-class soprano voice. Due to the family debt, Charlotte is forced to leave her sweetheart, Ludlow Ladd, before joining Barnaby Bugaboo’s Circus of Voices. As Charlotte becomes the star attraction of the circus, she’s exploited by Barnaby until she suffers a vocal breakdown. Charlotte Sweet blends melodrama with operetta, showcasing the power of love and the resilience of the human spirit.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Late 20th Century (1982)
Genre: Comedy
Setting: 1800s / England
Creative Team
Music: Gerald Jay Markoe
Lyrics: Michael Colby
Cast Albums
Original Off-Broadway Cast (1983)➝
Licensing
Charlotte Sweet is available to license through Concord Theatricals.
UK Licensing
USA/Canada Licensing
Tags
1980s, Christmas, Comedic, Legit, Obscure, Sung-Through, Two-Word
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Last Reviewed: April 1, 2026
