The Rink: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
The Rink revolves around a roller skating rink owned by a woman named Anna Antonelli. As the rink faces the threat of demolition, Anna’s estranged daughter Angel returns, hoping to save the rink and confront the unresolved issues between them. The Rink unfolds as a series of flashbacks, revealing the complexities of their relationship and the impact of the past on their present.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Late 20th Century (1984)
Cast: Small • 8 Roles • Child Role • Female Leads
Genre: Drama
Setting: 1970s / USA
Creative Team
Music: John Kander
Lyrics: Fred Ebb
Book: Terrence McNally
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1984)➝
Licensing
The Rink is available to license through Concord Theatricals.
UK Licensing
USA/Canada Licensing
Resources
Sheet Music: Musicnotes➝
Tags
1980s, Dramatic, Family, Original, Two-Word, Work
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Last Reviewed: April 1, 2026
