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

Setting: 1860s / USA (NYC)


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, HistoricalTrue Story, War


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