The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (musical)
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button is a musical with book and lyrics by Jethro Compton, music and lyrics by Darren Clark, and based on the 1922 short story of the same name by F. Scott Fitzgerald.
| The Curious Case of Benjamin Button | |
|---|---|
| Music | Darren Clark |
| Lyrics | Darren Clark Jethro Compton |
| Book | Jethro Compton |
| Basis | "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" by F. Scott Fitzgerald |
| Premiere | 15 May 2019: Southwark Playhouse |
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Productions
The musical made its world premiere at the Southwark Playhouse on 15 May 2019 for a limited run until 8 June.[1] The production was directed by Jethro Compton. The cast included James Marowe in the titular role, alongside Matt Burns, Rosalind Ford, Joey Hickman, and Philippa Hogg.[2]
Plot
The musical takes place at the end of World War l in a small fishing village.[3] Benjamin Button is born as an old man and ages in reverse.[3]
Critical reception
The musical received five star reviews from WhatsOnStage, Broadway World, The Reviews Hub and The Upcoming.[4]
References
- Thomas, Sophie (27 February 2019). "World premiere of Benjamin Button musical to be performed at Southwark Playhouse". London Theatre Guide. Retrieved 4 August 2019.
- McPhee, Ryan (27 February 2019). "Cast Set for London World Premiere of The Curious Case of Benjamin Button Musical". Playbill. Retrieved 24 January 2023.
- Wild, Stephi. "THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON Musical Will Have World Premiere at Southwark Playhouse". BroadwayWorld.com. Retrieved 24 January 2023.
- "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button". Southwark Playhouse | Theatre and Bar. 11 January 2019. Retrieved 4 August 2019.
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