Violet

Musical

Writers: Brian Crawley Jeanine Tesori

Overview

Show Information

Based on the Play/Book/Film
The Ugliest Pilgrim by Doris Betts
Category
Musical
Number of Acts
2
First Produced
1997
Genres
Drama
Settings
Period, Simple/No Set
Time & Place
1964, The Deep South
Cast Size
medium
Orchestra Size
Small
Dancing
None
Ideal for
College/University, Community Theatre, Diverse Cast, Star Vehicle Female
Casting Notes
Mostly male cast
Includes adult, young adult, early teen, mature adult characters

Synopsis

Based on the short story "The Ugliest Pilgrim" by Doris Betts, Violet centers around a young woman embarking on a long journey full of hope and dreams of a new beginning. Violet has a large scar on her face due to a childhood accident and it has, quite literally, scarred her life. Having run out of all medical options, she now pins all her hopes on a miracle cure from a famous TV preacher in Tulsa, Oklahoma. On her journey of self-discovery, she meets two soldiers, Flick and Monty. As they travel on together, Violet learns the true meaning of beauty, love, and what it means to be an outsider. Her miracle cure does not come through, but Violet experiences a form of healing that is infinitely more valuable.

Lead Characters


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