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THE WHITE ROSE |
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| In Brief: | Based on the true story of a youth resistance movement against the third Reich in Germany, 1943, "The White Rose" has an eclectic score and scope for a large cast. |
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Music: |
Andrew Patterson |
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Lyrics: |
Craig Christie |
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Book: |
Harry Allen |
| Based on: | Actual Events |
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Original Direction: |
Peter Fitzpatrick (Director) Andrew Patterson (Musical Director) |
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Cast Size: |
10M, 5F, Ensemble: 6M, 6F (Suggested) |
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Music Requirements: |
Rock Band (2 Keyboards, Bass, Percussion/Drums) |
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Ideal For: |
- Concerts - Large-scale Productions - Medium-Scale Productions |
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Synopsis: |
Based on the true story of a youth resistance movement against the third Reich in Germany, 1943. "The White Rose" follows the story of university student Sophie Scholl who discovers her brother and his friends organising a movement to oppose Hitler. She joins their activities and in the face of enormous opposition they distribute leaflets encouraging resistance to the Reich. Although ultimately ending in their capture, it is a tale of enormous courage and inspiration. |
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Credentials: |
2006 - Showcased in OzMade Musicals |
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Premiere: |
2003 - Drama Theatre, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria |
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Significant Performances: |
2003 - The Esplenade Theatres on the Bay, Singapore |
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Performance Availability: |
Available |
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