House of Flowers: Musical Information & Synopsis


Synopsis

House of Flowers unfolds on the eve of Mardi Gras at the Maison des Fleurs Brothel. The story revolves around Ottilie, one of the girls in the house, whose destiny takes an unexpected turn when Monsieur Jamison expresses interest in her. However, Ottilie, finds herself drawn to the charm of a local country boy named Royal. As the love triangle unfolds, House of Flowers explores themes of love, superstition, desire, and manipulation.


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Musical Information

Musical Type: Golden Age (1954)

Cast Size: 15+

Genre: Drama / Romance

Setting: Caribbean (Haiti)


Creative Team

Music/Lyrics: Harold Arlen

Lyrics/Book: Truman Capote

Based On: House of Flowers by Truman Capote


Cast Albums

Original Broadway Cast (1954)➝


Licensing

House of Flowers is not currently available for licensing.


Resources

Sheet Music: Musicnotes➝


Tags

1950s, Based on a Book, Blues, Dramatic, Golden Age, Romantic


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