Worzel Gummidge A Musical
Worzel Gummidge A Musical by Denis King, published by S. French in 1984, is a vibrant adaptation of the beloved children’s classic originally created by Barbara Euphan Todd. This edition spans 77 pages and is presented in English, capturing the essence of the television series that inspired it. The musical features the mischievous scarecrow Worzel Gummidge and his interactions with familiar characters such as Aunt Sally, Sergeant Beetroot, and the children Sue and John, all brought to life through lively musical numbers.
Readers will discover a whimsical narrative that showcases Worzel’s antics as he navigates his desire for Aunt Sally’s affection, leading to comedic chaos and a significant court appearance. The story unfolds with a blend of drama and music, reflecting themes of friendship and mischief. This edition is a valuable resource for those interested in musicals, drama, and the history of children’s literature, offering insights into the genre and style of European musical theatre.
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Following the successful television series based on Barbara Euphan Todd’s children’s classic, Keith Waterhouse, Willis Hall and Denis King bring us a new, effervescent stage musical of the story of Worzel Gummidge. The naughty, petulant, greedy, yet always lovable scarecrow is here with all the familiar characters: Aunt Sally, Sergeant Beetroot and Sue and John. Brought to life by the Crowman, Worzel creates havoc and farce wherever he goes in his frenzied efforts to win Aunt Sally’s unwilling hand until he finds himself before the scarecrow court on a very serious charge. But the final resolution is a happy one with a birthday cake enormous enough to satisfy even Worzel’s appetite 5 women, 13 men
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