Marie Christine: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
Marie Christine unfolds in the heart of New Orleans at the turn of the 19th century. It chronicles the journey of a resilient woman named Marie who, being unjustly incarcerated and facing the end of her life, finds herself recounting her past experiences to her fellow inmates. This musical delves into profound themes such as love, cultural intersections, and the impacts of our choices.
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Musical Information
Parental Warning: Adult Themes/Content
Musical Type: Late 20th Century (1999)
Cast: Large (20+ Roles) • Child Roles
Genre: Drama
Setting: 1890s / USA (Illinois, Louisiana)
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics/Book: Michael John LaChiusa
Based On: Medea➝ by Euripides
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (2000)➝
Licensing
Marie Christine is available to license through Concord Theatricals.
UK Licensing
USA/Canada Licensing
Resources
Sheet Music: Musicnotes➝
Tags
1990s, Based on a Play, Dark, Dramatic, Legit, Magic, Prison, Solo Composer, Two-Word
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