Redhead: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
Redhead unfolds in the Simpson Sisters Wax Museum, where Essie Whimple works under the guidance of her two aunts. When Inspector White and Tom Baxter enter the scene, Essie finds herself drawn to Tom, concocting a tale about having the missing information he seeks. Redhead unfolds with humor, romance, and intrigue, all against the backdrop of Victorian London.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Golden Age (1959)
Cast: Medium (14+ Roles)
Genre: Mystery
Setting: 1900s / England (London)
Creative Team
Music: Albert Hague
Lyrics/Book: Dorothy Fields
Book: Herbert Fields, Sidney Sheldon, David Shaw
Awards
Tony Award: Best Musical (1959)
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1959)➝
Licensing
Redhead is available to license through Music Theatre International.
Australasia Licensing
Europe Licensing
International Licensing
Tags
1950s, Detectives, Golden Age, Mystery, One-Word, Original, Tony Award
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