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Summary

This video introduces the plot and key musical numbers of *Jekyll & Hyde*, set in 1885 England. The story follows Dr. Jekyll, a scientist determined to separate good from evil through his experiments. Despite resistance from friends and society, Jekyll continues his work, eventually transforming into the monstrous Hyde. As his dual identity wreaks havoc, Jekyll’s relationships with his fiancée Emma and a troubled woman, Lucy, become increasingly complex. The narrative explores themes of morality, identity, and the consequences of unchecked scientific ambition, culminating in a dramatic and intense tale of self-destruction and moral conflict.

Takeaways

• 😀 The musical 'Jekyll and Hyde' is set in 1885, England, and follows the story of Dr. Jekyll, a scientist trying to save his father.
• 😀 Dr. Jekyll's experiment to separate good and evil within the human mind is met with opposition from his friends, Mr. Utterson and his father-in-law, Mr. Danvers.
• 😀 Despite the objections of his friends, Jekyll continues with his dangerous experiment and sings the song 'Lost in the Darkness'.
• 😀 As Jekyll's experiment progresses, he faces strong resistance from the society and his peers, who ridicule him.
• 😀 The only person who supports Jekyll in his endeavors is Emma, his fiancée, and their relationship strengthens with an engagement ceremony.
• 😀 Jekyll's long-time friend and lawyer, Mr. Utterson, grows concerned and takes Jekyll to a nightclub to lighten his mood.
• 😀 At the nightclub, Jekyll meets Lucy, a woman suffering abuse, and feels empathy for her. He gives her his business card before leaving.
• 😀 Jekyll decides to test his experiment on himself, injecting a drug that transforms him into a monstrous alter ego, Mr. Hyde.
• 😀 As Jekyll continues his experiment, he loses control over the transformation, leading to violent incidents, including a murder spree in London.
• 😀 Jekyll and Hyde's dual personalities create a dangerous and complicated relationship involving Emma, Lucy, and Jekyll's increasingly unstable behavior.

Q & A

What is the setting of the musical *Jekyll & Hyde*?

The musical is set in 1885, in England.

How does the musical *Jekyll & Hyde* begin?

The musical begins with Dr. Henry Jekyll, a doctor and scientist, trying to save his father while lying in a mental hospital. He is determined to continue his dangerous experiment despite the objections of his friend and father-in-law.

What is Jekyll's experiment focused on?

Jekyll is attempting to separate good and evil by experimenting on the human mind, believing that the two aspects can be separated into distinct personalities.

What is the song 'Lost in the Darkness' about?

'Lost in the Darkness' is sung by Jekyll as he contemplates his isolation and obsession with his experiments, despite the opposition from his loved ones.

How does society react to Jekyll's experiment?

Jekyll faces strong resistance and ridicule from society, including from the board of directors of the medical institution where he works, and his experiment is ultimately rejected.

Who supports Jekyll during his struggle?

The only person who supports Jekyll during his struggle is Emma, his fiancée. They confirm their love for each other through their engagement.

How does Jekyll's encounter with Lucy affect the story?

Jekyll encounters Lucy in a nightclub, where he feels sympathy for her after seeing that she is being abused. This meeting sets in motion a chain of events that influences Jekyll's decisions and his transformation into Hyde.

What decision does Jekyll make regarding his experiment?

Jekyll decides to test the experiment on himself by injecting the serum, which results in his transformation into the monstrous Mr. Hyde.

What happens after Jekyll transforms into Hyde?

Once Jekyll transforms into Hyde, he loses control over his actions, and Hyde begins to commit violent acts, further complicating Jekyll's situation.

How does the relationship between Jekyll, Emma, and Lucy develop?

Jekyll's dual identity leads to complex relationships with both Emma and Lucy. Emma remains loyal to Jekyll, while Lucy falls in love with Hyde, unaware of Jekyll's connection to him.