Rocky: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
Rocky tells the story of Rocky Balboa, a boxer who gets a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to fight the heavyweight champion, Apollo Creed. With the support of his loyal trainer, Mickey, and the love of Adrian, a shy pet shop worker, Rocky trains relentlessly to prove himself in the ring. Rocky is an inspiring celebration of the human spirit and the power of determination.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Contemporary (2012)
Cast Size: 15+
Genre: Drama
Setting: 1970s / USA (Pennsylvania)
Creative Team
Music: Stephen Flaherty
Lyrics: Lynn Ahrens
Book: Thomas Meehan, Sylvester Stallone
Based On: Rocky➝ (1976 film)
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (2014)➝
Licensing
Rocky is available to license through Music Theatre International.
Europe Licensing
International Licensing
Resources
Audition Songs: Theatre Trip
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
2010s, Based on a Movie, Dramatic, One-Word, Pop/Rock, Rap Song, Sports
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