
Explore this Show
Overview
Synopsis
Runaways tells the story of the forgotten children living on the street of New York City in the 1970s. Initially created from interviews with homeless children, Runaways takes a hard look at the lives of children who have had to grow up too fast. This collection of songs, dances, and spoken word pieces give the audience a deeper look into the personal struggles runaways face as these children try to navigate the scary, grown-up world around them. This large, diverse cast of youth actors makes Runaways a fantastic choice to showcase a talented group of young actors.
Show Information
- Book
- Elizabeth Swados
- Music
- Elizabeth Swados
- Lyrics
- Elizabeth Swados
- Conceived By
- Elizabeth Swados
- Category
- Musical
- Age Guidance
- Thirteen Plus (PG-13)
- Number of Acts
- 2
- First Produced
- 1978
- Genres
- Drama, Historical/Biographical
- Settings
- Contemporary, Simple/No Set
- Time & Place
- New York City, 1970s
- Cast Size
- large
- Orchestra Size
- Rock Combo
- Dancing
- Some Dance
- Licensor
- Concord Theatricals
- Ideal For
- College/University, Community Theatre, Diverse Cast, High School, Large Cast, Professional Theatre, Regional Theatre, Star Vehicle Female, Star Vehicle Male, Mostly Male Cast, Includes Early Teen, Child, Late Teen Characters
Auditions and jobs
near New York, NY
Upcoming performances
Getting events near by you...