Turn of the Tide - A Musical Play

On arrival they find it deserted but the weather forces them to spend the night there

Behind a door they discover a tunnel leading through gold mines to an ancient underground city, whose civilisation is a thousand years behind

The children are captured and then persuaded to introduce the citizens to twentieth century ideas - at first greeted eagerly but soon leading to unrest and dissatisfaction. They try to escape but are caught and sentenced to death. At the last minute flood-gates are opened and in the ensuing chaos they escape, taking back with them two friends from the city.

Cast : 26 speaking / singing parts (10 m, others variable; total could be reduced to 14) + chorus. Suggested Age Range : 9 - 13. Running Time : 90 minutes Music : 12 songs (including some reprises); scored for full orchestra but could be just piano accompaniment. Set : Two main settings - a Cornish pub and the Central Square in the City of Gold - plus four intermediary scenes, which could be achieved by lighting or location (eg. an apron stage).

For Piano Score click here

For Rehearsal Cassette (piano accompaniment suitable for rehearsal only) click here

For Songs Demo Cassette click here