THE BLACK TULIP
THE BLACK TULIP
Book, Music, and Lyrics by Kit Goldstein Grant
A romantic musical, based on the book by Alexandre Dumas
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Two Acts, Musical Drama, Suitable for families, but best for adult audiences. Medium-Large Cast: 9m, 4f, Optional Ensemble (Expanded Casting Optional) Running Time: 2 hours, 30 minutes
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Holland. 1672. In the midst of political turmoil, a tulip craze sweeps the nation. Cornelius Van Baerle has spent years working to grow the prized 'black tulip,' and is on the verge of success when he is suddenly thrown into prison for a political crime he didn't commit. The only person who can save his life's work is the jailor's daughter - who doesn't give a damn for tulips.
ABOUT THE SHOW
Artwork by Christopher Michaels
Tulip Image by Susan Beckhardt
PRODUCTION HISTORY
The Black Tulip was first produced at Union College in Schenectady, NY, February 2005 by the Union College Mountebanks, where it played to sold out houses every night.
SELECTED SONGS
"...a never-ending feast for the ears."
Amanda Leung,
Union College Concordiensis
Feb. 2005
INSTRUMENTATION:
Scored for Piano
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OR
Piano
Flute
Clarinet/Saxophone
Viola
Cello/Bass
PHOTOS FROM NOTABLE PRODUCTIONS
