Fiorello!: Musical Info & 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 Size: 12+
Genre: Biography
Setting: 1910s, 1920s, 1930s / USA (NYC)
Creative Team
Music: Jerry Bock
Lyrics: Sheldon Harnick
Book: Jerome Weidman, George Abbott
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1959)➝
Resources
Licensing: Music Theatre International➝
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
1950s, Biographical, Golden Age, One-Word, Political, Pulitzer Prize, Tony Award, True Story
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