Greenwillow: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Greenwillow tells the story of Gideon Briggs, a young man who is destined to marry Dorrie, a woman from his village. However, being cursed with “Wanderlust”, Gideon is moved to travel whenever he hears “the call”. Despite their deep connection, Gideon continues to wander off whenever they approach marriage. Meanwhile, Dorrie, weary of Gideon’s absence, contemplates a life without him and wishes him out of her heart. As their paths diverge, Gideon struggles with Dorrie’s efforts to find fulfillment without him.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Post-Golden Age (1960)
Cast Size: 20+
Genre: Fantasy
Setting: Fictional
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics/Book: Frank Loesser
Book: Lesser Samuels
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1960)➝
Resources
Licensing: Music Theatre International➝
Tags
1960s, Based on a Book, Child Roles, Fantasy, Magic, One-Word
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