Flashdance: Musical Information & Synopsis


Synopsis

Based on the 1983 movie, Flashdance follows the story of Alex Owens, a determined young woman from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Alex works as a welder, but also has a side hustle as a “flashdancer”. When she decides to follow her dreams and audition for a prestigious dance school, she must learn to overcome personal obstacles and confront her fears. Flashdance touches on themes of love, endurance, and the power of the performing arts.


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Musical Information

Parental Warning: Adult Themes/Content

Musical Type

Genre

Music Genres

Acts

Two Acts

Format

Book Musical

Setting (Time)

Setting (Place)

USA (Pennsylvania)


Creative Team

Music/Lyrics: Robbie Roth

Lyrics/Book: Robert Cary

Book: Tom Hedley

Based On: Flashdance➝ (1983 film)


Cast Albums

Studio Cast (2015)➝


Licensing

Flashdance is available to license through Theatrical Rights Worldwide.

Europe/UK Licensing

USA/International Licensing

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