Rags: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Rags that tells the story of immigrants arriving in America in the early 20th century, particularly focusing on a young woman named Rebecca and her journey. Set against the backdrop of the Lower East Side of Manhattan, 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.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Pre-Contemporary (1986)
Cast Size: 16+
Genre: Drama
Creative Team
Music: Charles Strouse
Lyrics: Stephen Schwartz
Book: Joseph Stein, David Thompson
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1991)➝
Resources
Licensing: Music Theatre International➝
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
1980s, America, Child Role, Dramatic, Immigration, Italy, One-Word, Original, Summer
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