Coco: Musical Info & Synopsis


Synopsis:

Coco tells the true story of designer Coco Chanel in the 1950s. After a fifteen-year hiatus, Chanel reenters the scene, determined to revive her Paris salon. However, her initial collection faces harsh criticism, pushing her toward financial disaster. Amidst the chaos, Chanel experiences romantic affairs and a change of luck as department stores take notice of her designs. Coco touches on themes of resilience and fashion, capturing a key moment in the designer’s career.


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Musical Information

Musical Type: Post-Golden Age (1969)

Cast Size: 7+

Genre: Biography

Setting: 1950s / France (Paris)


Creative Team

Music: André Previn

Lyrics/Book: Alan Jay Lerner


Cast Albums

Original Broadway Cast (1970)➝


Resources

Sheet Music: Amazon➝


Tags

1960s, Biographical, One-Word, True Story


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