The Encore welcomes back U-M’s prestigious School of Music, Theatre & Dance for their production of Bat Boy: The Musical. Weaving a captivating tale of acceptance and belonging as it follows the journey of a half-boy, half-bat creature discovered in a cave. With infectious music and dark humor, this offbeat production challenges conventions and leaves audiences spellbound by its quirky charm.
Story and Book by KEYTHE FARLEY AND BRIAN FLEMMING
Music and Lyrics by LAURENCE O’KEEFE
Licensed under agreement with “Weekly World News”
Bat Boy: The Musical is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing Global (www.broadwaylicensing.com)
Directed by Vincent J. Cardinal
Music Direction by Jason DeBord
Choreographed by Nicola Troschinetz
Content Advisory: Based on “a true story” in the tabloid "The Weekly World News", this ridiculous, heartfelt musical comedy/horror show includes some violence including use of prop firearms, murder/suicide, cruelty towards animals, and referenced incest.
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