The Secret Garden: Musical Info & Synopsis


Synopsis:

The Secret Garden revolves around Mary Lennox, a young girl who, after losing her parents, is sent to live with her reclusive uncle. When Mary discovers a hidden door in the estate’s mysterious gardens, she embarks on a journey of healing and transformation. With the help of her cousin Colin and a boy named Dickon, Mary uncovers the magic and beauty that lies within the neglected garden.


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Musical Information

Musical Type: Pre-Contemporary (1991)

Cast Size: 24

Genre: Drama

Setting: 1900s / England, India


Creative Team

Music: Lucy Simon

Lyrics/Book: Marsha Norman


Awards

Drama Desk Award: Outstanding Musical (1991)


Cast Albums

Original Broadway Cast (1991)➝

Original London Cast (2001)➝


Licensing

The Secret Garden is available to license through Concord Theatricals.

UK Licensing Options

USA/Canada Licensing

Resources

Audition Songs: Theatre Trip

Sheet Music: Amazon➝


Tags

1990s, Based on a Book, Child Roles, DramaticFamily, Female Writing Team, Spring


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