Details

Off Broadway musical. The show tells the story of a young cave explorer who became trapped underground in 1925. Set above and below ground in the Kentucky hills, the ensuing dramatic rescue attempt shows how an extraordinary human adventure turned into one of the first American media circuses. Floyd went underground hoping to discover a gigantic cave which would bring him fame and fortune. Instead he is forced to come to terms with becoming that coveted tourist attraction himself. Off Broadway show in 1996, UK premiere at the Bridewell Theatre, London in July 1999.

Cast/Performers

Derek Bell, Ian Burford, Jeremy David, Scott Fleming, Anna Francolini, Colin Hill, Christopher Key, Sam Mancuso, Jill Martin, Keith Merrill, Craig Purnell, Nigel Richards, Philip Wrigley

Creatives/Company

Book by: Tina Landau
Music: Adam Guettel
Lyrics: Adam Guettel
Director: Clive Paget
Design: Louise Belson
Lighting: Robert Bryan
Company: Bridewell Theatre Company