I'm not sure specifically which 1974 musical based on a 1900 novel you are referring to. There could be several. It would be helpful if you could provide more details like the genre of the novel or the general theme of the musical.
Yes, there could be. Margaret Landon has written novels that have the potential to be adapted into musicals. For example, if her novels have engaging stories, memorable characters, and a strong emotional core, they can be great source material for a musical. Musicals often draw from novels to create their plots and develop their characters.
Often, it has a very rich and complex plot. Since French novels are known for their in - depth storytelling, the musicals inherit this. For example, in 'Les Misérables', the plot follows multiple characters over a long period of time, showing different social strata in France. The music in such musicals also tends to be very dramatic. It has to convey the complex emotions and the grandiosity of the story. For instance, in 'The Phantom of the Opera', the music ranges from soft and haunting melodies to powerful anthems that match the different moods in the story.
Les Misérables. It is based on the novel of the same name by Victor Hugo. The musical beautifully portrays the story of Jean Valjean and the social unrest in France, with the music enhancing the emotional depth of the story.
One well - known musical based on a Manuel Puig novel is 'Kiss of the Spider Woman'. It's a powerful and unique piece. The story delves into the relationship between two men in prison, one a political prisoner and the other a gay window - dresser. The music and lyrics enhance the complex emotions and the exploration of identity, power, and love within the prison setting.
One of the well - known musicals based on a Puig novel is 'Kiss of the Spider Woman'. It beautifully captures the complex relationship between the two main characters in the prison cell as described in the novel. The music and lyrics enhance the emotional depth of the story.
One challenge is condensing the plot. Novels can be very long and detailed, but a musical has limited time to tell the story. So, the creators need to pick out the most important parts of the novel.