5 Facts About Girl From The North Country On Broadway

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Girl From The North Country is a currently running Broadway musical utilizing the music of Bob Dylan to tell an original story set during the Great Depression in America.

Here are 5 facts about Girl From The North Country's Broadway production.

1. Jukebox

This is a jukebox musical featuring the music of Bob Dylan to tell an original story set during the Great Depression in America.

2. Tony Awards Exception

The Broadway production of Girl From The North Country had several exceptions to the normal rules for the Tony Awards due to opening just prior to the COVID19 shutdown of Broadway. First, it was made eligible in a later year due to the lack of nominators having seen the show. Lastly, a replacement cast member was made eligible for an acting award due to the original cast member not returning to the show.

3. London

This musical originally premiered at the Old Vic, before a version of the show moved to the US.

4. Connor McPhereson

This musical features a book by award winning playwright, Connor McPhereson.

5. Second Bob Dylan Musical

Girl From The North Country is the second musical utilizing Bob Dylan music to play on Broadway after The Times They Are A-Changin.

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