The StoryCharles Dickens' classic novel comes to life in this epic musical adaptation, set against the gritty backdrop of the French Revolution. When young Lucie Manette is asked to testify against a suspected French spy, she finds herself caught in an unlikely love triangle with two remarkably different men: Charles Darnay, a patriot who vehemently renounces his aristocratic heritage, and Sydney Carton, a cynical legal counselor with no greater ambition than to spend his life in the tavern.
As fate would have it, Darnay becomes the target of the bloody revolutionaries, under the cold unwavering eye of vengeance-obsessed Therese Defarge. Now Carton must confront the most difficult choice of his life: Watch his rival die an unjust death, or pay the ultimate sacrifice for the sake of one he loves. Full of sweeping choral numbers and poignant themes, A Tale of Two Cities: The Musical reminds us again what Dickens' timeless book so eloquently proved, that no man is beyond redemption. This is a Broadway-style musical. The running time is approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes (with intermission). To see more photos from past productions, visit the GALLERY!
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"...a refreshingly tight production." Purcellville Gazette "...a theatrical masterstroke..." The Home School Court Report "...a great artistic success..." Dr. Gene Edward Veith "From start to finish, the level of work and love put into this production is obvious. The play is spectacular... The first vivid scene and the storming of the Bastille grab you by the scruff of the neck and refuse to let you go for some time. The last scene in particular... reduced even this crusty critic to a few tears." Patrick Henry Herald |
SELECTED SONGS
1775
The company introduces us to the high tensions of the French Revolution in the energetic opening number. |
AMBITION
Stryver vainly attempts to urge Sydney Carton to give up the bottle and make something of himself. |
KNITTED REGISTER
The hateful Madame Therese Defarge spells out her path to revenge against the Evremonde family. |
ONE LIFE
Charles Darnay marries Lucie Manette, and they embark on a life of unity, much to the regret of Sydney Carton. |
FOURTEEN HOURS
Aristocrats sentenced to the guillotine, along with Sydney Carton and a young seamstress, contemplate their imminent death. |
GREATER LOVE
The acclaimed "spine-tingling" finale! Sydney Carton finds new life even as he makes his final sacrifice. |
Interested in buying or streaming the full soundtrack? Check out the SOUNDTRACKS page!
INSTRUMENTATION
Keyboard, Flutes I and II, Clarinet, Trumpets I and II, French Horn, Trombone, Violins I and II, Viola, Cello, Bass, Percussion
DO THE SHOW
We want to see you perform this show! That’s why we’ve done our best to make sure that cost is not a barrier. Please review the pricing structure below, and contact us if you have any questions. Our goal is to make A Tale of Two Cities a cost-effective option for your organization!
License to Perform A Tale of Two Cities: The Musical
License to Perform A Tale of Two Cities: The Musical
- 1 Performance – $150
- 2 Performances – $250
- 3 Performances – $325
- 4+ Performances – $325 + $50 for each performance over 3
- 10+ Performances – Please contact us for customized pricing
Script/Music Rental
- Script Rental (Standard Rental includes 25 scripts) – $95
- Music Rental (Full Instrumental Ensemble; includes one conductor’s score and one score for each instrument) – $95
- Music Rental (Keyboard/vocal only; includes one score) – $35
- Accompaniment Track Rental (Standard Rental includes two accompaniment CDs) – $25
- Print your own scripts and/or music from PDF files – FREE
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PLEASE NOTE: All rentals require a deposit, in addition to the prices listed above. ($75 for scripts, $95 for full instrumental ensemble scores, $15 for keyboard/vocal score, and $25 for CDs.) If all materials are returned in good condition, the deposit will be refunded in full. If some materials are not returned or are returned damaged, the deposit will be refunded in part, according to the extent and type of damage.
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PLEASE ALSO NOTE: Standard rentals are for four months. If your rental needs are different than the standard options, please contact us for customized pricing.
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PLEASE ALSO ALSO NOTE: Rental fees include cost of shipping items to you, but your organization will be responsible for the cost of shipping the materials back to us after your performance.
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COMMENTS
"The music... advances and enhances the plot beautifully. Your use of various motifs throughout help to bind it all together and make it memorable even for those hearing it the first time. The finale is spine-tingling! Your script masterfully compacts Dickens’ novel... It’s an astounding achievement...."
Massachusetts Production Music Director
"We do sense that you have been gifted by God for this... This production has been blessed in many ways and no one in the company wants it to end... We continue to hear rave reviews of it... your work has deeply impacted and inspired those who were involved in our production."
Massachusetts Production Director
Massachusetts Production Music Director
"We do sense that you have been gifted by God for this... This production has been blessed in many ways and no one in the company wants it to end... We continue to hear rave reviews of it... your work has deeply impacted and inspired those who were involved in our production."
Massachusetts Production Director