Somewhere Else (musical)

Somewhere Else is a musical with music and lyrics by Drew Gasparini and a book by Michael Mitnick. The musical tells the story of a group of friends in their late 20s navigating the complexities of love, ambition, and identity in New York City.

The plot centers around Sam, a struggling musician, and his relationships with his roommates and closest friends. The musical explores themes of finding one's place in the world, the pressures of success, the allure of the past, and the challenges of maintaining meaningful connections in a fast-paced urban environment. The narrative structure often features flashbacks and dream sequences to delve into the characters' inner lives and past experiences.

Somewhere Else has had several workshops and developmental productions. Notable productions include a run at Barrington Stage Company. The musical's score incorporates a contemporary pop/rock sound, reflecting the characters' modern sensibilities and experiences. The characters are designed to be relatable to a millennial audience, grappling with common issues of career aspirations, relationship anxieties, and the search for personal fulfillment.