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: Small8 RolesChild RoleFemale Leads

Genre: Drama

Setting: 1970s / USA


Creative Team

Music: John Kander

Lyrics: Fred Ebb

Book: Terrence McNally


Cast Albums

Original Broadway Cast (1984)➝

Original London Cast (1988)➝


Licensing

The Rink is available to license through Concord Theatricals.

UK Licensing

USA/Canada Licensing

Resources

Sheet Music: Musicnotes➝


Tags

1980s, DramaticFamily, Original, Two-Word, Work


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