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, DarkDramatic, Legit, Magic, Prison, Solo Composer, Two-Word


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