Assassins
Music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by John Weidman
"Perhaps the Most Controversial Musical Ever Written"
- Musical Theatre International
Run Dates: September 12-22, 2024
Thursdays: 7PM
Fridays: 7PM
Saturdays: 2PM and 7PM
Sundays: 2PM
Director: Laura Vines
Musical Director: Jessica Wells
Tickets: $25 in advance or $30 at the door
Assassins Message from Laura Vines.movWatch: Message from Our executive Director
Laura Vines, Ghostlight Theatre Executive Director and Assassins show director, explains why we are launching our 15th season with this controversial musical, especially when considering recent events.
About the Show
Assassins is a Tony Award-winning musical featuring music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and based on a book by John Weidman. This thought-provoking play delves into the minds of individuals who attempted (successfully or not) to assassinate Presidents of the United States. Nine characters, including John Wilkes Booth and Lee Harvey Oswald, are brought to life with music that explores their motivations and the societal issues that surrounded them.
The play is known for its controversial subject matter, tackling themes of violence and the American Dream with dark humor and poignant commentary. Despite this, Assassins offers a compelling narrative and powerful music that spans various genres, making it a must-see for theatergoers interested in thought-provoking storytelling and exceptional performances.
Show Warnings
PLEASE NOTE: This show contains mature themes and content that may be disturbing to some audience members, including:
Violence: Gun violence is acted out in the musical, including the sound of gunshots
Death: The musical explores the lives of people who have attempted or succeeded in assassinating US presidents, and includes themes of death and suicide
Strong language: The musical includes strong language and racial slurs
Meet the Cast
Assassins is based on an idea by Charles Gilbert, Jr. Playwrights Horizons, Inc. - New York City Produced Assassins Off-Broadway in 1990. Assassins is presented through special arrangement with Musical Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.