Xanadu: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
Xanadu brings together Greek mythology and 1980s pop culture in a roller disco setting. The narrative focuses on Kira, a Greek muse, who descends from Mount Olympus to Venice Beach, California. There, she inspires the struggling artist Sonny Malone to pursue his dream of creating the first roller disco. As the story unfolds, Kira faces challenges from her jealous sisters and navigates the complexities of love and creativity.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Contemporary (2007)
Genre: Fantasy
Setting: 1980s / Greece, USA (California)
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics: Jeff Lynne, John Farrar
Book: Douglas Carter Beane
Based On: Xanadu➝ (1980 film)
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (2007)➝
Licensing
Xanadu is available to license through Music Theatre International.
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Resources
Audition Songs: Theatre Trip
Tags
Based on a Movie, Disco, Fantasy, Magic, One-Act, One-Word, Pop/Rock
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