Kean: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
Kean follows the life of Edmund Kean, a Shakespearean actor renowned for his talent and tumultuous personal life. Set in 19th-century London, the plot delves into Kean’s rise to fame, his passionate love affairs, and his struggles with scandal. As Kean grapples with the demands of his life, he finds himself entangled in a web of intrigue and betrayal. Through Kean’s journey, the musical explores themes of ambition, love, and the price of success in the theatre world.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Post-Golden Age (1961)
Cast Size: 20+
Setting: 1800s / England (London)
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics: Robert Wright, George Forrest
Book: Peter Stone
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1961)➝
Licensing
Kean is available to license through Music Theatre International.
Australasia Licensing
Europe Licensing
International Licensing
Tags
1960s, Classical, Dramatic, Legit, Metatheatre, Obscure, One-Word, Operetta, Romantic, Shakespeare, Teen Role, True Story
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Last Reviewed: January, 2026