Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Andrew Lloyd Webber/Tim Rice‘s
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
The Wells Theatre
Norfolk, VA
March 2026
Directed by Billy Bustamante
Musical Direction by Calvin Hitchcock
Scenic Design by Josafath Reynoso
Asst. Scenic Designer: Juno Adair
Costume Design by Jeni Schaefer
Lighting Design by Colleen Doherty
Sound Design by Steven Allegretto
Stage Manager: Kim Fuller
Produced by Virginia Stage Company
Photo Credit: Samuel Flint
“Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” is a musical with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice, based on the biblical story of Joseph from the Book of Genesis. The story follows Joseph, a young man favored by his father, whose gift of prophetic dreams sparks jealousy among his brothers. After being sold into slavery in Egypt, Joseph faces hardship, imprisonment, and eventual redemption when his ability to interpret dreams earns him a position of power under Pharaoh. The musical is known for its vibrant, genre shifting score, colorful storytelling, and playful tone, while exploring themes of resilience, forgiveness, and destiny. It has become a popular and widely produced work, often celebrated for its accessibility and energetic style.
