Beetlejuice

Musical

New Work
Writers: Anthony King Scott Brown Eddie Perfect

Overview

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Lyrics
Based on the Play/Book/Film
Beetlejuice, the film directed by Tim Burton
Category
Musical
Number of Acts
2
First Produced
2018
Genres
Dark Comedy
Settings
Multiple Settings
Time & Place
The Maitland Home
Cast Size
medium
Orchestra Size
Large
Dancing
Heavy
Ideal for
Diverse Cast, Ensemble Cast, Large Cast, Professional Theatre, Star Vehicle Female, Star Vehicle Male
Casting Notes

Includes adult, late teen, young adult, mature adult characters

Synopsis

Based on the film of the same name, Beetlejuice tells the story of the demon bio-exorcist, Betelgeuse, in his pursuit to be seen by the living again. When Barbara and Adam Maitland fall though the floor of their beloved home, Betelgeuse sees this as his opportunity to get what he wants. If these recently deceased can get a living human to say his name three times, he will be set free. His plan is quickly thrown off when one of the new members of the house is Lydia, a quick-witted and sharp-tongued girl. She tests Betelgeuse in a way he never imagined as well as befriending the Maitlands. As expected, chaos ensues as this crazy cast of characters finds their way to freedom and happiness, dead or alive.

Lead Characters


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