Song of Norway: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Song of Norway chronicles the life of the Norwegian composer Edvard Grieg. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Europe, the musical traces Grieg’s dreams, relationships, and artistic endeavors. Song of Norway is an operetta style musical that captures the romance, drama, and cultural elements of Grieg’s life, featuring some of his most famous compositions along the way.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Golden Age (1944)
Cast Size: 30+
Genre: Drama
Setting: 1860s / Denmark, Italy, Norway
Creative Team
Music: Edvard Grieg
Lyrics: Robert Wright, George Forrest
Book: Milton Lazarus
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1944)➝
Jones Beach Marine Theatre Cast (1959)➝
Licensing
Song of Norway is available to license through Concord Theatricals.
UK Licensing
USA/Canada Licensing
Tags
1940s, British, Classical, Dramatic, Golden Age, Large Cast, Operetta
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