Title: The Theatrical Jukebox: Deconstructing the Script of Rock of Ages
The musical features a range of catchy and energetic rock songs, including:
- "Rock of Ages": The opening number, which sets the tone for the show and introduces the audience to the world of 1980s rock music.
- "Anytime But Tonight": A romantic ballad sung by Drew and Deena, showcasing their blossoming love.
- "Wanna Rock": A high-energy number featuring The Belles, which showcases their musical talents and style.
- "Don't Know Much About History": A comedic song about the limitations of history education, highlighting the show's lighthearted and humorous tone.
Strengths
The Rock of Ages script (officially known as the “libretto”) is licensed through Concord Theatricals. You can’t just find a free PDF online (or at least, not a legal one). To read the full script, you have a few options:
The Story
Meanwhile, Patricia Whitmore, a gorgeous and ambitious music executive, becomes a key player in Dewey and Sherrie's careers. Stacee Jaxx's popularity starts to decline, and he tries to make a comeback by stealing Dewey's songs.