Twelfth Night: Musical Info & Synopsis


Synopsis:

Twelfth Night is a modern adaptation of Shakespeare’s classic romantic comedy, following the story of Viola, a young heroine who finds herself in Illyria, pretending to be a man. As Violet is sent in to win over a countess, she discovers her own affection for a Duke in the process. Twelfth Night offers an exploration of identity, romance, and self-discovery.


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Musical Information

Musical Type: Contemporary (2016)

Cast Size: 20+

Genre: Romantic Comedy

Setting: Present, 1500s / Illyria


Creative Team

Music/Lyrics/Concept: Shaina Taub

Concept: Kwame Kwei-Armah

Based On: Twelfth Night➝ by William Shakespeare


Cast Albums

Original Public Works Cast (2018)➝


Licensing

Twelfth Night is available to license through Concord Theatricals.

UK Licensing

USA/Canada Licensing

Tags

2010s, Based on a Play, Based on Shakespeare, JazzPopRom-Com, Two-Word


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