Redhead: Musical Info & 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 Size: 14+

Genre: Murder 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 for licensing through Music Theatre International.

Europe: License Here➝

International: License Here➝


Tags

1950s, Golden Age, Mystery, One-Word, Original, Tony Award


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