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The Gift of the Magi

Full-Length Musical, Dramatic Comedy  /  1w, 2m plus ensemble

Music and Lyrics by Richard Adler
Book by Wilson Lehr

O. Henry’s classic Christmas story vividly comes to life in this romantic musical adaptation, originally presented as a network television special.

The Gift of the Magi

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  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    1w, 2m plus ensemble
  • Duration
    Duration
    120 minutes (2 hours)
  • SubGenre
    Subgenre
    Adaptation (Literature), Christmas/Holiday, Romantic Comedy
  • Audience
    Target Audience
    Appropriate for All Audiences
The Gift of the Magi

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Summary
In turn-of-the-century New York, newlyweds Jim and Ella struggle to make ends meet. Despite their bleak circumstances, they each sacrifice to make Christmas special, leading to an ironic but heartwarming conclusion.
History
The Gift of the Magi originated as a 1958 broadcast on CBS television. The broadcast starred Sally Ann Howes and Gordon MacRae as the Youngs and Eli Wallach as the narrator.
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Performing Groups
  • Time Period 1900-1910
  • Setting New York City, 1905.
  • Features Period Costumes
  • Duration 120 minutes (2 hours)

Music

  • Musical Style Classic Broadway
  • Dance Requirements Easy
  • Vocal DemandsDifficult
  • Orchestra Size Large
  • Chorus Size Large

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Authors

Richard Adler

Richard Adler

RICHARD ADLER Best known for his work with Jerry Ross, Richard Adler was a lyricist, writer, composer and producer of a number of Broadway shows and revues. Together they wrote music and lyrics for such hits as John Murray Anderson’s Almanac, The Pajama Game (1955 Tony Award ...

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