CLASS OF 77

Music:

David Hines

Lyrics:

David Hines

Book:

David Hines

Original Direction:

TBA

Cast Size:

5F, 7M Ensemble 10-20

Music Requirements:

Rock Band

(Backing CD Available)

Ideal For:

- Community Theatres

- High Schools
- Regional Theatres

Synopsis:

After talking with his old school friend, a journalist (Bruce Michael) begins to reminisce about his high school years. As he sings about his memories, we are transported back to 1977 - the year he graduated.

In a series of scenes we meet Jenny (Michael’s girlfriend), Linda (Bruce’s girlfriend and resident hippie), Kevin (computer geek), Sven (Swedish exchange student) and a variety of other characters.

It is the 1970’s, the decade before computers, mobile phones, AIDS and political correctness. Michael is keen for he and Jenny to go to Uni the following year and live together. Jenny is not so sure and tries to convey this to Michael. He is so smitten that he doesn’t see it coming when eventually she tells him she will be going to a different Uni, and they split up.

15 Years later all the old friends meet up at their reunion. Some have done very well and become successful, whilst others have not had things so easy. Old flames are reignited and each of the characters learns a little about themselves. Michael and Jenny, after several false starts, eventually come to realise they are good for each other after all.

A fresh score introduces 13 original songs, and coupled with an hilarious script, makes “Class of 77” an exciting and vibrant new musical.
 

Premiere:

2006 - Rockdale Town Hall, NSW

Performance Availability:

Available

Contact:

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