Rags: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Rags tells the story of a group of immigrants who are arriving to America in the early 20th century, particularly focusing on a young woman named Rebecca. Set against the backdrop of Manhattan’s Lower East Side, the characters face challenges as they grapple with their pasts while trying to adapt to a new and often harsh reality. Rags delves into themes of identity, resilience, cultural assimilation, and the pursuit of the American Dream.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Pre-Contemporary (1986)
Cast Size: 16+
Genre: Drama
Creative Team
Music: Charles Strouse
Lyrics: Stephen Schwartz
Book: Joseph Stein
Book Revisions: David Thompson
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1991)➝
Licensing
Rags is available for licensing through Music Theatre International.
Europe: License Here➝
International: License Here➝
Resources
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
1980s, America, Child Role, Dramatic, Immigration, Italy, One-Word, Original, Summer
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