Overview
GHOST is a captivating musical adaptation of the beloved Academy Award-winning film by Bruce Joel Rubin featuring a hauntingly beautiful score by Dave Stewart and Glen Ballard, along with the classic hit “Unchained Melody.” The story follows Sam and Molly, a young couple whose lives are shattered by Sam’s tragic, untimely death. As Sam’s spirit remains trapped between two worlds, his love for Molly intensifies when he discovers she is in grave danger. Desperate to communicate with her, Sam enlists the help of Oda Mae Brown, a quirky storefront psychic who becomes an unexpected ally in his quest to protect Molly and avenge his death.
Blending romance, suspense, and comedy, Ghost is an immortal love story that delivers a deeply emotional journey, culminating in an ethereal climax that audiences will never forget.
TRW’s Small Cast Editions are specially adapted versions of beloved musicals, designed for productions with fewer performers without sacrificing the show’s impact. Perfect for schools, community theaters, and smaller ensembles, these editions maintain the heart of the original while streamlining the cast size for a more flexible and accessible performance experience.
Casting & Production
Casting
SAM WHEAT (Male)
MOLLY JENSEN (Female)
ODA MAE BROWN (Black Female)
CARL BRUNER (Male)
SUBWAY GHOST / ORLANDO JONES / ENSEMBLE (Male)
WILLIE LOPEZ / ENSEMBLE (Puerto Rican Male)
CLARA / ORTISHA JONES / FIRST NUN / ENSEMBLE (Black Female)
LOUISE / OFFICER WALLACE / ENSEMBLE (Female)
MRS. SANTIAGO / BANK OFFICER / SECOND NUN / ENSEMBLE (Female)
HOSPITAL GHOST / LIONEL FERGUSON / ENSEMBLE (Male)
Note: Where race and ethnicity are indicated, they should be honored. Where race or ethnicity are not indicated, that does not by default indicate whiteness, but rather that a character can be of any race or ethnicity.
Orchestral Information
6-8 Musicians
Piano/Conductor (Keyboard 1)
Violin (Violin, Waterphone)
Viola
Cello
Guitar (Acoustic)
Bass (Electric and Acoustic)
Drums (Optional)*
Keyboard 2 (Optional)*
*The orchestration packet contains books for 8 players. In a small space, the show is best serviced by the original 6-piece orchestration. If your space allows, feel free to add the Keyboard 2 and drum books as needed, but they are not required in smaller theatres.
Credits
GHOST THE MUSICAL
Book and Lyrics by BRUCE JOEL RUBIN
Music and Lyrics by DAVE STEWART and GLEN BALLARD
Based on the Paramount Pictures film written by Bruce Joel Rubin
Original West End Production Produced by Colin Ingram, David Garfinkle, Adam Silberman,
Land Line Productions, Donovan Mannato, Michael Edwards / Carole Winter
This version of GHOST The Musical was further developed and produced by the Fulton Theatre, Lancaster, PA: Marc Robin, Artistic Director and Aaron A. Young, Managing Director, in association with Maine State Music Theatre.
“Unchained Melody” written by Hy Zaret and Alex North, courtesy of Unchained Melody Publishing LLC
Media
Authors
Upcoming Productions
Heritage Community Theatre
Brigham City, UT
Blue Moon Theatre
Waterford Works, NJ
Hershey Area Playhouse
Hershey, PA
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