Caroline or Change is a musical about two families, a Black family headed by matriarch Caroline Thibodeaux, and the Jewish family in whose household she works as a maid, as it explores race relations and other issues during its 1960s setting. Featuring a stunning score this musical has run multiple times on both the West End and Broadway since it initially ran on Broadway in 2004.
Here are five facts about this modern classic musical.
1. Original Run
This show initially ran on Broadway in 2004 with a cast that included Tonya Pinkins, Anika Noni Rose, and Veanne Cox.
2. Revival
A Broadway revival of this musical ran in 2021 after being delayed by the COVID19 pandemic. It featured a cast of Broadway and West End legends including Sharon D Clarke, Cassie Levy, and John Cariani.
3. Best Musical
The original West End production of this musical won Best Musical its year at the Oliver Awards.
4. Tony Awards
The original production of this musical won one Tony Award, Best Featured Actress for Anika Noni Rose.
5. Inanimate Objects
Several inanimate objects are portrayed as characters throughout the musical, including the Washing Machine, Dryer, Moon, Bus, and a Radio.
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