High Fidelity

Musical

Writers: David Lindsay-Abaire Tom Kitt Amanda Green

Overview

Show Information

Music
Lyrics
Based on the Play/Book/Film
High Fidelity by Nick Hornby (1995)
Category
Musical
Number of Acts
2
First Produced
2006
Genres
Comedy, Romance
Settings
Contemporary, Multiple Settings
Time & Place
Brooklyn, Present Day
Cast Size
large
Orchestra Size
Medium
Dancing
None
Ideal for
College/University, Community Theatre, Star Vehicle Male
Casting Notes
Mostly female cast
Includes adult, young adult, mature adult characters

Synopsis

Based on Nick Hornby’s 1995 novel of the same name, High Fidelity focuses on Rob, the thirty-something owner of a struggling record shop. He has mastered the art of finding rare vinyl and losing girlfriends. His sweetheart Laura just dumped him, and Rob struggles to be honest with himself about exactly why his latest relationship went awry. Could it be that she is simply another woman to abandon him? Or could it be that he slept with another woman while Laura was pregnant…and he still owes her $4,000?! If Rob is going to be able to move forward with his life, he needs to learn how to change and how to let go. Then maybe, just maybe, he might be able to win back the love of his life. Featuring a fun rock-and-roll score, this homage to music geek culture explores love, heartbreak, and the perfect soundtrack.

Lead Characters


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