Maggie Flynn: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Maggie Flynn tells the story of Maggie, an Irish woman dedicated to running a home for Black children orphaned by the Civil War. However, Maggie’s life takes a turn when her husband abandons her to join the circus. After Maggie finds love again with Colonel John Farraday, and the two become engaged, her ex husband reappears, determined to win back his wife. Maggie Flynn is an exploration of resilience, forgiveness, and the power of love amidst adversity.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Post-Golden Age (1968)
Cast Size: 20+
Genre: Drama
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics/Book: Hugo Peretti, Luigi Creatore, George David Weiss
Book: Morton DaCosta
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1968)➝
Resources
Licensing: Concord Theatricals➝
Tags
1960s, Child Roles, Dramatic, Historical, True Story, War
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