Hercules: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Hercules is a stage adaptation of the Disney animated film, reimagining the myth of the god turned hero. The story follows Hercules, born with extraordinary strength but raised as a mortal, as he sets out to prove himself worthy of a place on Mount Olympus. Filled with humor, heart, and nostalgia, Hercules is a celebration of love, identity, and what it means to be a hero.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Contemporary (2019)
Cast Size: 12+
Genre: Fantasy
Setting: Ancient Greece
Creative Team
Music: Alan Menken
Lyrics: David Zippel
Book: Kristoffer Diaz (2019), Robert Horn (2023), Kwame Kwei-Armah (2023)
Based On: Hercules➝ (1997 film)
Cast Albums
Licensing
Hercules is not currently available for licensing.
Tags
2010s, Based on a Movie, Disney, Fantasy, Gospel, One Word, Pop
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