The Roar of the Greasepaint – The Smell of the Crowd
Synopsis:
The Roar of the Greasepaint – The Smell of the Crowd unfolds as a series of symbolic encounters between two characters: the upper-class Sir and the working class Cocky. Set in an allegorical world, the characters symbolize the challenges faced by individuals in society, highlighting themes of power, inequality, and the pursuit of dignity. The Roar of the Greasepaint – The Smell of the Crowd is an exploration of class, social issues, and the human spirit.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Post-Golden Age (1964)
Cast Size: 7+
Genre: Dramedy
Setting: N/A
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics/Book: Leslie Bricusse, Anthony Newley
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1965)➝
Resources
Licensing: Concord Theatricals➝
Sheet Music: Musicnotes➝
Tags
1960s, Avant-Garde, British, Original
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