Hastleons

Bringing musical theatre to the Hastings area

1933 – Rose Marie

Synopsis of Rose Marie

  • Setting: The story is set in the Canadian Rocky Mountains.
  • Plot Overview:
    The central character is Rose-Marie La Flamme, a French Canadian girl who is in love with Jim Kenyon, a local miner and trapper. The narrative includes elements of romance, adventure, and melodrama.The plot thickens with the mysterious murder of Black Eagle, a villainous half-breed. Jim Kenyon, known for his wild and hard-drinking nature, becomes the prime suspect in the murder. The story follows the unfolding drama as Rose-Marie and Jim navigate love, suspicion, and danger in the rugged wilderness.
  • Genre: Musical play in two acts, combining romance, adventure, and melodrama.
  • Themes: The play explores themes of love, loyalty, justice, and the clash between civilization and the wild frontier.