Lady in the Dark

Musical

Writers: Moss Hart Kurt Weill Ira Gershwin

Overview

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Music
Lyrics
Category
Musical
Number of Acts
2
Genres
Drama, Comedy, Romance
Cast Size
large
Casting Notes
Mostly female cast
Includes adult, mature adult, early teen, late teen, young adult characters

Synopsis

On the surface, Liza Elliot is a happy career woman and the editor of a well-known fashion magazine. However, her private depression pushes her to seek psychiatric help from Dr. Brooks. It turns out that Liza is haunted by various failures she had involving men during her childhood. With the help of Dr. Brooks, Liza manages to break her depression and even comes to terms that she is in love with the advertising manager, Charley.

Lead Characters

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