Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a musical retelling of the biblical story of Joseph, son of Jacob.
Synopsis
The story follows Joseph, who is gifted a special coat by his father and betrayed by his jealous brothers, leading to his enslavement and imprisonment in Egypt.
However, Joseph’s ability to interpret dreams wins him favor with the Pharaoh, and he rises to become one of the most powerful men in Egypt.
The musical is known for its eclectic mix of musical styles, vibrant costumes, and its message of forgiveness and understanding.
About the show
- Written by: Andrew Lloyd Webber, Tim Rice
- Premiered: 1968
- Genres & themes: 1960s, Biblical, Family, Musical, Two Act
- Setting: Ancient
Songs from Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
- Prologue
- Any Dream Will Do
- Jacob and Sons / Joseph’s Coat
- Joseph’s Dreams
- Poor, Poor Joseph
- One More Angel in Heaven
- Potiphar
- Close Every Door
- Go, Go, Go Joseph
- Pharaoh Story
- Poor, Poor Pharaoh / Song of the King
- Pharaoh’s Dreams Explained
- Stone the Crows
- Those Canaan Days
- The Brothers Come to Egypt / Grovel, Grovel
- Who’s the Thief?
- Benjamin Calypso
- Joseph All the Time
- Jacob in Egypt
- Any Dream Will Do (Reprise) / Give Me My Coloured Coat
- Joseph Megamix