Patriots and Thieves

A Musical Tale of 1787

Patriots and Thieves is a two-act musical by Jan Powell and Ken Stone for young and old performers that tells a highly unusual tall tale of how the American constitution came to be written.

Casting

Depending on doubling, approximately 17 (typically 7 male, 10 female), of various ages. Additional chorus possible.

Songs (click for audio)

Introduction

We Need a Miracle

An Honest Job

The Boardinghouse/The Continental Stables

Wait Till the Fall

Rat Song

Good Night (Act I finale)

Teamwork (Act II opening)

Conversation

We’re Americans I

Sailing Home to France

A New Direction

The Signing, We’re Americans II (finale)

Availability

Licensed by the authors. Write to us for more information.