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ISBN: 978-0-573-69773-9
Book and Lyrics by Ben H. Winters
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sislen
5m, 1f, with doubling, expandable cast
Unit Set
In Boston, Paul Revere etches out a humble living as a
silversmith. Americans and British alike hail the exquisite
artistry of his work. But when Paul’s revolutionary
friends, John Hancock and Samuel Adams pressure
Revere to take a stand against British tyranny and join
the Sons of Liberty, he worries that supporting the
cause of revolution would mean losing his business
and risking the safety of his family. Revere must make a
choice: to do what is easy, or to do what is right. From
the halls of British Parliament, to the port of Boston and
the “Tea Party” protest, to the Boston Massacre and the
dangerous thrill of Revere’s now-legendary ride, this
new musical makes American history accessible and
exciting through a unique combination of music, drama
and humor. The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere tells the
inspirational, universal story of how ordinary people can
make a difference.
Performance license fees, musical rental fees, and
terms will be quoted upon application. Character Descriptions:PAUL REVERE (Baritone/Tenor)
WOMAN 1 (Mezzo) - Rachel Revere, Randall, Farmer, Others
MAN 2 (Tenor) - John Hancock, Thomas, Jebediah, Robert Newman, Court Attendant, Others
MAN 3 (Baritone/Tenor) - Samuel Adams, Major Mitchell, Josiah Newspapersmith, Lord North, Others
MAN 4 (Baritone) - Joseph Warren, King George III, Punchbowl Sam, Others
Please note that while the show can be performed with as few as five actors, it can happily accommodate larger casts. The doubled parts can easily be undoubled, and a large ensemble would be welcome in the big group numbers.
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