The Human Comedy: Musical Information & Synopsis


Synopsis

The Human Comedy follows Homer Macauley, a young telegram messenger, and his family as they navigate the challenges of wartime life. Homer grapples with the realities of war, while his mother, sister, and younger brother face their own struggles and triumphs. Through a series of vignettes, The Human Comedy explores themes of love, loss, and the bonds that unite us.


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Musical Information

Musical Type: Late 20th Century (1983)

Cast: Large (20+ Roles)Child Role

Genre: Comedy / Drama

Setting: 1940s / USA (California)


Creative Team

Music: Galt MacDermot

Libretto: William Dumaresq

Based On: The Human Comedy➝ by William Saroyan


Cast Albums

Original Cast (1997)➝


Licensing

The Human Comedy is available to license through Concord Theatricals.

UK Licensing

USA/Canada Licensing

Tags

1980sBased on a Book, Comedic, Dramatic, FamilyFolk, Gospel, Pop/RockSung-Through, War


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