Fiorello!: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
Fiorello! chronicles the rise of Fiorello H. La Guardia as he becomes the Mayor of New York City. The story follows Fiorello’s journey as he fights against corruption and advocates for the rights of the working class. As Fiorello and his allies navigate the challenges of politics, the musical celebrates the triumphs and tribulations of a man who left a lasting mark on the city he served.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Golden Age (1959)
Cast: Medium (15+ Roles)
Genre: Biography / Comedy / Historical
Setting: 1910s, 1920s, 1930s / USA (NYC, Washington, D.C.)
Creative Team
Music: Jerry Bock
Lyrics: Sheldon Harnick
Book: Jerome Weidman, George Abbott
Awards
New York Drama Critics’ Circle: Best Musical (1960)
Pulitzer Prize: Drama (1960)
Tony Award: Best Musical (1960)
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1959)➝
Licensing
Fiorello! is available to license through Music Theatre International.
Australasia Licensing
Europe Licensing
International Licensing
Resources
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
1950s, Biographical, Comedic, Golden Age, History, Non-Linear, NYC, One-Word, Political, Pulitzer Prize, Tony Award, True Story, Work
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