Lost in the Stars: Musical Information & Synopsis


Synopsis

Lost in the Stars revolves around Stephen Kumalo, a Black Anglican priest, who embarks on a journey to find his missing son Absalom. After their unexpected reunion in a jail cell, Stephen’s internal struggle and the consequences of his son’s choices create a narrative that explores the complexities of forgiveness and reconciliation. Lost in the Stars touches on themes of justice, resilience, and personal redemption.


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Musical Information

Musical Type: Golden Age (1949)

Cast: Large (25+ Roles)

Genre: Drama

Setting: 1940s / Africa (South Africa)


Creative Team

Music: Kurt Weill

Lyrics/Book: Maxwell Anderson

Based On: Cry, the Beloved Country➝ by Alan Paton


Cast Albums

Original Broadway Cast (1949)➝

Studio Cast (1993)➝


Licensing

Lost in the Stars is available to license through the Kurt Weill Foundation.

International Licensing

Resources

Sheet Music: Musicnotes➝


Tags

1940s, Based on a Book, Blues, Classical, Dramatic, Golden Age, Legit, Operatic


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