The Frogs: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
The Frogs revolves around the Greek god Dionysos and his slave Xanthias. Dissatisfied with the state of the world, Dionysos decides to journey to the underworld to bring back a great playwright to inspire humanity. As the pair navigates their way through the underworld, they encounter various historical figures and engage in a satirical commentary on politics, art, and society.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Pre-Contemporary (1974)
Cast Size: 10+
Setting: Ancient Greece
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics: Stephen Sondheim
Book: Burt Shevelove, Nathan Lane
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (2004)➝
Resources
Licensing: Music Theatre International➝
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
1970s, Animals, Fantasy, Metatheatre, Satire, Travel
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