PROGRAM
CulturePrince Edward Island
Date20th century
Dimensions30.3 x 22.7 cm (11 15/16 x 8 15/16 in.)
Object numberHF.2022.10.2
DescriptionA 32 page paperback souvenir program with information on the history, lyrics and production team of Anne of Green Gables The Musical, as well as notes on the original novel. Narrative
"Anne of Green Gables the Musical" premiered in 1965 as part of the Confederation Centre of the Arts Charlottetown Festival. The musical ran for a record breaking 54 years as Canada's longest running musical until the COVID-19 pandemic forced its cancellation in 2020. Based on the 1908 novel by Lucy Maud Montgomery the musical was created by Don Harron, Norm Campbell, Elaine Campbell and Mavor Moore.