Maggie Flynn: Musical Information & 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: Large (20+ Roles) • Child Roles
Genre: Drama / Historical
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics/Book: Hugo Peretti, Luigi Creatore, George Weiss
Book: Morton DaCosta
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1968)➝
Licensing
Maggie Flynn is available to license through Concord Theatricals.
USA/Canada Licensing
Tags
1960s, Dramatic, History, True Story, Two-Word, War
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