A Sparkling Original Musical
Honeyland: The Musical
A Coming-of-Age Musical Set in a Time of Revolution
Honeyland is a powerful new musical from Theatreroo Productions, created by producer and composer Clarry Evans and writer/director Denny Lawrence. Set in Boston during the late 1960s—a time marked by cultural upheaval, political rebellion, and the birth of new social identities—Honeyland follows a group of young adults as they come of age in an era defined by protest, activism, and change.
At a time when the world was questioning war, demanding equality, and reimagining the future, a generation stepped forward to shape history. Honeyland tells their story.
A Journey Through the 1960s Counterculture
The 1960s were unlike any other moment in U.S. history. The civil rights movement, the anti-war movement, feminism, and youth liberation collided to form a revolution of ideas.
Honeyland brings this era to life through:
- Personal relationships tested by ideology
- The search for identity and purpose
- Love and loss in uncertain times
- The courage to take a stand
Told with heart, grit, and emotional truth, the musical movingly captures what it means to grow up when the world refuses to stay the same.
Four college friends step into adulthood with bold ideals, strong convictions, and dreams of changing the world. As time passes, their lives are shaped by:
- Social justice movements
- The Vietnam War
- The fight for gender equality
- The shifting meaning of loyalty and love
The story moves between the present and the characters’ past, allowing the audience to witness the forces that shaped who they are—and who they hope to become.
Discover the Magic of Honeyland
Why Honeyland Matters
Honeyland is not simply a story about the 1960s—it is a story about now.
It asks:
What does it mean to
take action?
To take action is to step forward even when the path is uncertain, driven by conviction rather than comfort.
What does it cost to believe in something bigger than ourselves?
Believing in something greater often asks us to risk our safety, our certainty, and sometimes even our relationships.
How do we hold onto each other when history turns?
We hold onto each other by choosing compassion over fear, unity over silence, and hope over resignation.
Music that Speaks to the Soul
Honeyland’s score blends:
- Folk and acoustic storytelling
- Protest-inspired rhythms
- Soulful ballads
- Modern musical theatre lyricism
From the haunting intensity of “Jungle Green” to the reflective anthem “We Need to Believe”, the music traces a journey of courage, awakening, and hope.
Theatreroo’s International Vision
Honeyland marks a milestone in Theatreroo’s evolution, bringing the Brisbane-based creative company to the world stage.
After several successful seasons in Australia, Theatreroo’s productions—including Macbeth: Contemporary Rock Opera, Boadicea, and Live at the Trocadero—have built a reputation for bold storytelling, original composition, and powerful contemporary performance.
Honeyland represents:
- A new chapter for Australian musical theatre on the global stage
- A bridge between cultures
- A collaboration between Australian creative leadership and American performers
The Creative Team
- Book & Lyrics: Denny Lawrence
- Music & Lyrics: Clarry Evans
- Direction: Denny Lawrence
- Musical Direction: Clare Cooper
- Choreography: Michelle Lemon
Their combined experience in theatre, film, and television
brings depth, authenticity, and humanity to this production.
Honeyland is a story of courage, vulnerability, and the shared hope that we can change the world—together.
