Runaways: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
Runaways follows the lives of runaway children in New York City during the late 1970s. The musical weaves together a series of vignettes, monologues, and songs to portray the diverse backgrounds and challenges faced by the runaway youths. With a mix of musical genres, including folk, spoken word, and traditional musical theatre, Runaways captures the raw experiences of young people who have left or been forced to leave their homes.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Late 20th Century (1978)
Cast Size: 20
Genre: Drama
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics/Book: Elizabeth Swados
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1978)➝
Licensing
Runaways is available to license through Concord Theatricals.
UK Licensing
USA/Canada Licensing
Tags
1970s, Avant-Garde, Child Roles, Dramatic, Female Writing Team, Folk, One-Word, Solo Composer, True Story
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Last Reviewed: January, 2026