book, lyrics, music by Sean P. Breen
A Righteous and Perfect Man is a 30 minute musical about the life of Stuarte James. The story is related by a small group of relatives. Stuarte’s life is completely typical with a thriving business, a loving partner, and a beautiful child. However, his life begins to fall apart when a series of tragedies rock his world. Stuarte keeps waiting for a “It’s a Wonderful Life” miracle, but eventually realizes that life isn’t like the movies.
book, lyrics, music by Sean P. Breen
A Hero is a 60 minute musical set in an 8th grade classroom. A daunting math test looms over the students. Some have much riding on the grade they will receive. Rudy has taken on the task of helping them study. This all changes when a copy of the test is found on the floor of a classroom.
book, lyrics, music by Sean P. Breen
Aesop is a musical that goes beyond the fabulous fables and into the life of the man behind the fables and his struggles with the politicians of his day.
lyrics, music by Sean P. Breen
Based on George Orwell’s satirical novella, Animal Farm runs 60 minutes and features some remarkable songs, including the rousing Beasts of England, The Day Old Boxer Died, and Napoleon and Squealer
book, lyrics, music by Sean P. Breen
Cathedral of the Stars is a 30 minute musical perfect for performers. Set on a 6th grade camping trip, the campers discuss what it means to be 12 years old in a society that constantly views them as grown up. Along the way they also confront what it means to be afraid.
book, lyrics, music by Sean P. Breen
Crowding is set in a bus station in Paris, Missouri. Sammy is a young aspiring writer who can’t wait to leave “The Real Birthplace of Mark Twain.” His friend Clem likes Paris just fine. While waiting for the fog to lift, Sammy meets an amazing group of people who prove you don’t need to go looking for stories, they are all around you. The title of the musical refers to a writing technique where the author simply listens to what is all around.
book, lyrics, music by Sean P. Breen
Originally titled Dirty Boy, Dirty is about two cousins, one from a family that appreciates cleanliness, the other from a family that’s into keeping things natural. At school an opportunity arises that requires each of the cousins to decide whether they want to compromise who they really are, or be true to themselves.
lyrics, music by Sean P. Breen
based on the books of Theodor Geisel
This musical features a set of songs and scenes based on the books of Dr. Seuss. There is no plot to speak of, just amusing, and at times poignant, songs that consider the works of Dr. Seuss in unexpected ways.
Edward and the Ruy Lopez Opening
book, lyrics, music by Sean P. Breen
This intimate 30-minute musical is set at a park where local kids gather every Saturday to learn chess from Edward. One of the kids thinks that they know the move that can beat Edward. While they wait for Edward to show up, the kids discuss questions about youth and aging. Finally, we learn that Edward will not be coming. The roles of teacher and student now need to be re-assessed.
lyrics, music by Sean P. Breen
book by Dirk Tacke
Based on the actual events of an 8th grade year, Eighth Grade Angst presents 24 hours in the life of a soon to be graduating 8th grader. There are the challenges of actually waking up, dealing with family, friends, and teachers, ending up with the arrival of an envelope. Great songs, wonderful plot. Enjoy!
book, lyrics, music by Sean P. Breen
Eyes of a Child is a re-imagining of The Little Prince. The 60-minute musical contains a delightful collection of songs that focus on many of the key moments and characters of the novella by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. With everything from waltzes to straight ahead rock, Eyes of a Child is a delightful and witty homage to the original.
book, lyrics, music by Sean P. Breen
Hillsdale Blues is the fictionalized recreation of an actual event; the election of an 18-year old as Mayor of Hillsdale, Michigan. The story follows Michael Sessions as he battles against the incumbent and the incumbent’s son in an effort to help the town, and, oh by the way, to impress Monica.
book, lyrics, music by Sean P. Breen
Ithaca Girl is a fairly irreverent re-telling of the adventures of Ulysses. While there is plenty to keep Ulysses occupied, his wife Penelope has quite the challenge to keep the suitors away until Ulysses returns. The 60-minute musical is filled with a collection of witty, catchy songs.
book, lyrics, music by Sean P. Breen
Lord of the Flies is probably not the first source for a musical that many would think of. However, this 60-minute musical has everything a musical needs: a great story, wonderful characters, and memorable songs.
lyrics, music by Sean P. Breen
book by Dirk Tacke
Mystery at the Men’s Club is a 60-minute musical about a group of wealthy members of an exclusive club. While the mystery unfolds, the audience learns about the secrets each member hides, as well as the plans and aspirations of the butler! Great songs and wonderful characters!
book, lyrics, music by Sean P. Breen
Next Time is a complete musical! A group of young singers enter a vocal competition, only to have their lead singer (Sherlock) begin to have doubts. When a supportive barber (Billy) comes to Sherlock’s rescue we learn that Billy has a very similar back story. Marvelous characters and awesome songs make Next Time a great musical.
book, lyrics, music by Sean P. Breen
On the Line is a 45-minute musical focused on pop culture ideas of fatherhood. The lead character (Jamal) imagines himself as a basketball star. Jamal is also convinced that Jamal’s missing father will return any day. Through the machinations of his friend (Bob) Jamal gets a chance to prove how good he is. However, not everything works out as it does in the movies.
book, lyrics, music by Sean P. Breen
What makes Peter, Who Writes In Spirals so great, is the originality of every aspect of the musical. From Peter, and his need to always write in spirals, to his friend Linus , as well as the members of the Anti-Line Club, this musical will delight all with its message of being true to yourself.
book, lyrics, music by Sean P. Breen
Reunion is a 60-minute musical. Amazingly, the musical was written in 1988 about an 8th-grade reunion in 2018. Over the years many of the messages and changes in society that were part of the class of ’88 actually came about. This is a thoughtful and fun show.
book, lyrics, music by Sean P. Breen
Stranger Than Fiction is a fairly serious musical about what happens when people use the truth as way to get what they want. Inspired by the public confessions of politicians and religious leaders, Stranger Than Fiction also checks all the musical boxes: great characters and awesome songs.
book, lyrics, music by Sean P. Breen
What happens when an 8th grade class is confronted with the fact that a new student, a Haitian immigrant, will soon join their class? In The Immigrant, public tensions concerning immigration are played out in the classroom. However, a project on the students’ own stories of origin soon provides valuable insight. It is a serious story with a serious score.
The Phantom Tollbooth
book, lyrics, music by Sean P. Breen
Based on Norman Juster’s novel, The Phantom Tollbooth is an unauthorized musical version of key points in the story. The characters are quirky, the plot is adventurous, and the songs are all marvelous!