The New Moon: Musical Info & Synopsis


Synopsis:

The New Moon follows the story of Robert Mission, a French nobleman who changes his identity and flees to the French colony of New Orleans. As he becomes entangled in a plot to overthrow the local government, he also gets caught up in a passionate love story with a woman named Marianne. The New Moon offers a tale of romance and adventure, touching on themes of politics, honor, and the struggle for freedom.


Musical Information

Musical Type: Jazz Age (1927)

Cast: 20+

Genre: Adventure

Setting: 1790s / USA (Louisiana), At Sea


Creative Team

Music: Sigmund Romberg

Lyrics/Book: Oscar Hammerstein II, Frank Mandel, Laurence Schwab


Cast Albums

Studio Cast (1944)➝

Encores! Cast (2003)➝


Licensing

The New Moon is available for licensing through Concord Theatricals.

UK: License Here➝

USA/Canada: License Here➝


Tags

1920s, Classical, Operetta, Original, Royalty


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