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It presents a plot synopsis, then guides readers through major themes such as growing up, symbolism and metaphor, disillusionment and self-deception, and relationships between parents and children. The guide also connects the work to drama and musical theatre, explains AABA song structure, and covers production elements, critical analysis, quick takes, and curated resources.","Book and Lyrics by TOM JONES  \nMusic by HARVEY SCHMIDT  \nThe Fantasticks © 1960 by Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt Chappell and Co./Publishers  \nThe MTI Study Guide tor The Fantasticks © 1994 by MTI Enterprises, Inc.  \nCONTENTS  \nABOUT THE FANTASTICKS .................................................................................................2  \nTHE FANTASTICKS PRESS ...................................................................................................3  \nTHE CHARACTERS IN THE FANTASTICKS ..........................................................................4  \nPLOT SYNOPSIS...................................................................................................................5  \nTHEMES AND TOPICS TO EXPLORE ....................................................................................9  \nThe Fantasticks as Drama........................................................................................9  \nCharacters in The Fantasticks ...............................................................................12  \nSearching and Coming of Age..............................................................................12  \nSymbols, Images and Metaphors .........................................................................14  \nDisillusionment and Self‑Deception ....................................................................14  \nParents and Children..............................................................................................15  \nAdaptation and Musical Theatre..........................................................................16  \nThe Fantasticks as Musical Theatre......................................................................17  \nThe Creators of Musical Theatre ..........................................................................19  \nAABA Song Form ...................................................................................................19  \nOther Production Elements...................................................................................21  \nCreate Your Own Musical .....................................................................................22  \nCritical Analysis......................................................................................................23  \nQuick Takes .............................................................................................................24  \nAPPENDIX  \nAbout the Authors..................................................................................................25  \nAbout the Original Director ..................................................................................26  \nThe History of The Fantasticks .............................................................................26  \nFacts about The Fantasticks...................................................................................27  \nRecordings ...............................................................................................................28  \nCast Recordings ......................................................................................................30  \nRESOURCES..............................................................................................................31  \nAbout The Fantasticks  \nThe Fantasticks, which has book and lyrics by Tom Jones and music by Harvey Schmidt, is the world's longest‑running musical and the longest‑running legitimate show in any category in American theatre history.  \nThe Fantasticks is an exquisitely crafted, primal theatre ritual; a beloved experience that audiences of all ages come together to share again and again. 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