RENT
By : Jonathan Larson
Summary
Rent is a rock musical with music and lyrics by Jonathan Larson. It tells the story of a group of impoverished young artists and musicians. The musical was first seen in a limited three-week workshop production.
Facts
- Tony award for best score
- Drama desk for outstanding musical.
- Jonathan Larson died January 25, 1996 and wasn't able to see the show/musical
- Tony award for best musical
- Pulitzer prize for drama
Actors
- Mark Cohen
- Roger Davis
Songs
- "Light my candle "
- "Over the moon "
- "Seasons of Love "
Awards
- Tony award for best musical
- Pulitzer prize for drama
- Tony award for best book
Interesting Facts
- Jonathan Larson dies the night before the premiere
- The Broadway production closed on September 7 , 2008 after a 12- year run of 5,123 performances
- The success of the show led to several national tours