Pickwick: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Pickwick revolves around the misadventures of Mr. Samuel Pickwick, the founder of the Pickwick Club, and his eccentric companions. As Pickwick introduces his friends to the charming Wardle family, a series of comical events ensue, including a misunderstanding with his landlady, Mrs. Bardell, who mistakenly believes he has proposed marriage. Pickwick touches on themes of friendship, love, and the consequences of well-intentioned mishaps.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Post-Golden Age (1963)
Cast Size: 22+
Genre: Dramedy
Setting: 1820s / England
Creative Team
Music: Cyril Ornadel
Lyrics: Leslie Bricusse
Book: Wolf Mankowitz
Cast Albums
Original Chichester Cast (1963)➝
Resources
Licensing: Concord Theatricals➝
Tags
1960s, British, Christmas, One-Word, Political
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