The Secret Life of Walter Mitty

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty

Based on the story by James Thurber
Book by Joe Manchester
Music by Leon Carr
Lyrics by Earl Shuman

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty

Based on the story by James Thurber
Book by Joe Manchester
Music by Leon Carr
Lyrics by Earl Shuman

Overview

On his 40th birthday, Walter Mitty reflects on his drab, ordinary life. Defeated in his quest for wealth and glory by family responsibilities, a mortgage, and a routine job, he creates elaborate fantasies in which he is the hero. His secret world is so enticing that he often loses sight of the boundary between dream and reality and comically slips into his imagination. An attractive would-be chanteuse aptly named Willa de Wisp encourages Walter to leave his wife, shed the burdens of suburban living and really live the secret life. Unfortunately, this dream is as unattainable as it is appealing. Ultimately, Walter discovers that he is happily committed to the real world, complete with its mortgages and responsibilities.

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Details

  • Genre: Adaptation (Literature)
  • Time Period: 1960s
  • Cast Attributes: Room for Extras
  • Target Audience: Appropriate for All Audiences

Authors

Author

Leon Carr

Author

Joe Manchester

Author

Earl Shuman

Author

James Thurber