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Cast & creatives

People behind the production

A Minister's Wife is a warmly received chamber musical with music by Joshua Schmidt, lyrics by Jan Levy Tranen, and a book by Austin Pendleton. Based on George Bernard Shaw's Candida, the show blends intimate storytelling with precise, melodic writing. The world premiere took place at Writers’ Theatre in Glencoe, Illinois in May 2009, followed by a New York premiere at Lincoln Center Theater’s Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater from May 5 to June 12, 2011. The production is noted for its compact runtime of approximately 110 minutes with no intermission and for its strong cast and lush musical moments. Here you’ll find a concise biography of the performer, key discography highlights, and essential upcoming tour information to help you secure your tickets with ease.

Cast & creatives

People behind the production

For performers and venues, A Minister's Wife represents a refined example of modern musical storytelling with a focus on character and intimacy. The original Off-Broadway Cast Recording was released by PS Classics on August 30, 2011. Licensing rights are managed by Concord Theatricals, who list A Minister's Wife as a full-length musical title available for licensing. Critical reception has described the show as a "lovingly composed chamber musical" by outlets such as the New York Times, and it has earned Jeff Award nominations in Chicago during its Lincoln Center/Writers’ Theatre run. Follow official channels for updates and tour announcements as the artist’s schedule evolves.

The essentials

Quick Facts About A Minister's Wife

  • World premiere: Writers’ Theatre, Glencoe, Illinois (May 2009).
  • New York premiere: Lincoln Center Theater, Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater, May 5–June 12, 2011.
  • Cast (NYC): Marc Kudisch, Bobby Steggert, Kate Fry, Liz Baltes, Drew Gehling, etc.
  • Music by Joshua Schmidt; Lyrics by Jan Levy Tranen; Book by Austin Pendleton; based on George Bernard Shaw's Candida.
  • Run time: approximately 110 minutes with no intermission.
  • Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording released by PS Classics on August 30, 2011.

Artist Biography

A Minister's Wife stands out for its intimate scale and powerful storytelling. The show combines smart staging with a musical voice that sits comfortably between opera-inspired clarity and contemporary musical theatre texture. The production team—including Joshua Schmidt (music), Jan Levy Tranen (lyrics), and Austin Pendleton (book)—crafted a work that translates Shakespearean themes into a modern, human-centered experience. The original cast featured acclaimed performers in New York City’s performing arts scene, including Marc Kudisch, Bobby Steggert, Kate Fry, Liz Baltes, and Drew Gehling, among others, delivering performances that critics highlighted for their emotional range and clarity.

Discography Highlights

  • A Minister's Wife (Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording) – PS Classics – 2011

Upcoming Tour Information

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