Whistle Down the Wind: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Whistle Down the Wind follows the story of a group of children who discover a mysterious stranger hiding in a barn. Believing him to be Jesus Christ, they decide to keep him to themselves as a secret and protect him from the outside world. As rumors spread, the townspeople become divided over the identity of the stranger. Whistle Down the Wind explores themes of faith, innocence, and the power of belief.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Pre-Contemporary (1996)
Cast Size: 23+
Genre: Drama
Setting: 1950s / USA (Louisiana)
Creative Team
Music/Book: Andrew Lloyd Webber
Lyrics: Jim Steinman
Book: Patricia Knop, Gale Edwards
Cast Albums
Resources
Licensing: Concord Theatricals➝
Sheet Music: Musicnotes➝
Tags
1990s, Animals, British, Child Roles, Christmas, Dark, Dramatic, Pop/Rock, Religious
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