Jean Seberg

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"Jean Seberg" is a musical that premiered in 1983 in London's West End. The story is based on the life of the American actress Jean Seberg, who became a target of the FBI during the 1960s because of her involvement with civil rights and anti-war movements.

The musical tells the story of Jean Seberg's rise to fame after being discovered by Otto Preminger and cast in the lead role in his film "Saint Joan". The story follows her marriage to French author Romain Gary and their move to Paris, where she becomes involved in left-wing politics and has an affair with activist Hakim Jamal.

As Seberg's activism intensifies, so does the FBI's surveillance of her activities. The government's harassment takes a toll on her mental health, and she turns to alcohol and prescription drugs to cope. Her marriage to Gary falls apart, and she becomes increasingly isolated and paranoid.

The musical is a poignant exploration of the price of political dissent and the toll it can take on one's personal life. The score features a mix of rock, pop, and ballads that reflect the changing times and the turbulent 1960s. Overall, "Jean Seberg" is a powerful tribute to a courageous woman who stood up for what she believed in, despite the consequences.