CHILDREN OF EDEN at SHORTER UNIVERSITY

Children of Eden is a sweeping musical that brings the stories of Genesis to life. With music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz, the renowned composer behind hits like Wicked and Godspell, the musical takes audiences on a journey through time. Act I explores the creation of the world, the temptation and expulsion of Adam and Eve from the Garden of Eden, and the tragic conflict between their sons Cain and Abel. Act II shifts focus to Noah and his family, following their struggle to build the Ark and survive the Great Flood. Throughout the generations, the musical explores uniwersal themes of family, faith, and the consequences of our choices.

Authors

• John Caird
• Stephen Schwartz