The Fantasticks: Musical Info & Synopsis


Synopsis:

The Fantasticks tells the story of two neighboring families, the fathers of whom pretend to feud in order to spark a romance between their children. The narrative follows the blossoming relationship between Matt and Luisa, the young lovers, who navigate the challenges and joys of their budding romance. The Fantasticks explores themes of love, illusion, and the passage of time.


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Musical Information

Musical Type: Post-Golden Age (1960)

Cast Size: 8

Genre: Romantic Dramedy

Setting: USA


Creative Team

Music: Harvey Schmidt

Lyrics/Book: Tom Jones


Cast Albums

Original Off-Broadway Cast (1960)➝

Japan Tour Cast (1993)➝

Off-Broadway Cast (2006)➝


Licensing

The Fantasticks is available for licensing through Music Theatre International.

Europe: License Here➝

International: License Here➝


Resources

Audition Songs: Theatre Trip

Sheet Music: Amazon➝


Tags

1960s, Avant-GardeFamilyNarrator, Piano-Heavy, Romantic


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