''Stagger Lee'' is a musical written by

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and co-composed by Justin Ellington. According to BroadwayWorld.com, "''Stagger Lee'' was partially developed in workshops in collaboration with the

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as a part of Will Power's Meadows Prize residency." The musical takes place in the 20th century and focuses on black urban myths and racism against African-American community. The play observes different mythical characters on a journey through generations as they strive to achieve the American Dream.

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