A DREAM OF WINGS

Overview

A New Musical by Vince Corozine (ASCAP)


A DREAM OF WINGS is about the Wright Brothers, set in Dayton , Ohio and Kitty Hawk , North Carolina . Wilbur and Orville's triumph over adversity is a personification of the American Dream.

It is a book musical with a cast of twenty. It is the story of the Wright Brothers' battle in their quest to do what no one had done before; to build and fly a heavier-than-air machine. It reflects the spirit of the turn of the century and spans the period from 1891 to 1903. The Wright Brothers exhibit physical and emotional courage and a moral purpose against all doubt, ridicule, and superstition. They are often in conflict with their father, society, and each other.

The creative genius of two young Midwestern men, Wilbur and Orville Wright, is unmatched in U.S. history. On December 17, 1903, they made history in a way that would forever change our world. This musical is based on the two young dreamers from Dayton, Ohio. The Wright=s brilliant entrepreneurial business undertakings, their meticulous research into aviation, combined with their ability and propensity to finance their projects solely on their own made them true AConquerors of the Air.

At the turn of the century, Americans were pro-technology and it was an inventive age. New patents, new machines, new devices from galoshes to mass-produced nails and bicycles were coming down the pike. Widespread expectations abounded: automobiles are here, electric trolley cars are here, and airplanes must be next. On the other hand, flight was such a formidable challenge. So many had for so long failed.

Wilbur, the dreamer and Orville, the more practical brother clash throughout. Conflicts arise and tensions mount, as Orville must choose between his love for Elizabeth and his love of flying. Their father, Bishop Milton Wright, believes that flying is against God's will.

This musical, A DREAM OF WINGS brings forth man's fascination with flight throughout the ages and the uniqueness of the self-taught and highly disciplined Wright family. Nevertheless, the true heart and meaning of the musical is about dreaming. The story of the Wright Brothers gives us one thing: miracles can happen. If man can fly, we are capable of anything.

It's fun, it's family, it's educational, and it's part of the great history of America.