Music and Lyrics by Steven Cheslik-deMeyer Lyrics, Book and Additional Music by Tim Maner Music and Additional Lyrics by Alan Stevens Hewitt Directed by Shyama Nithiananda Music Directed by Gary Adler
Lizzie Borden was accused of murdering her father and stepmother with an axe in the late summer of 1892. LIZZIE: The Musical explores the mind of Lizzie Borden and speculates on the motivations she may have had: overwhelming oppression, abuse and madness. By her side is her older sister Emma, maid Bridget, and neighbor Alice. Together, the four women tell the story of why the legend of Lizzie Borden was born with an electric punk rock score. 1 Rock Band, 4 Women, and 81 Whacks