It’s a Bird… It’s a Plane… It’s Superman: Musical Info


Synopsis:

It’s a Bird… It’s a Plane… It’s Superman follows Clark Kent as he navigates the challenges of balancing his dual identity as Superman. As he faces off against the villain Max Mencken and battles to save the world, he also discovers the complexities of love with his colleague Lois Lane. It’s a Bird… It’s a Plane… It’s Superman infuses humor into the superhero narrative, exploring Superman’s struggles with fame, relationships, and the responsibilities of being a hero.


Musical Information

Musical Type: Post-Golden Age (1966)

Cast Size: 20+

Genre: Fantasy

Setting: 1960s / USA (Fictional)


Creative Team

Music: Charles Strouse

Lyrics: Lee Adams

Book: David Newman, Robert Benton


Cast Albums

Original Broadway Cast (1966)➝


Resources

Licensing: Concord Theatricals➝


Tags

1960s, Fantasy


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