Hans Christian Andersen: Musical Information & Synopsis


Synopsis

Hans Christian Andersen is a fictionalized biography of the famed Danish storyteller that brings his whimsical imagination to the stage. From his humble beginnings as a poor cobbler’s son to his rise as one of the world’s most beloved authors, the musical captures Andersen’s adventures, relationships, trials, and triumphs. Blending in elements from fairy tales like “The Ugly Duckling” and “Thumbelina, Hans Christian Andersen is a celebration of the power of imagination.


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Musical Information

Musical Type: Golden Age (1952)

Cast Size: 20+

Genre: Fantasy

Setting: 1830s / Denmark


Creative Team

Music/Lyrics: Frank Loesser

Book: John Fearnley, Beverly Cross, Tommy Steele


Cast Albums

Studio Cast (1952)➝


Licensing

Hans Christian Andersen is available to license through Music Theatre International.

Australasia Licensing Options

Europe Licensing Options

International Licensing Options

Resources

Sheet Music: Musicnotes➝


Tags

1950s, Based on a Movie, Child Roles, Family-Friendly, Fantasy, Golden Age, Obscure


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