Mystery of Irma Vep - A Penny Dreadful, The
- Full Length Play, Comedy, 1920s, 1930s
- 2M
- ISBN: 9780573640469
Far and away the funniest two hours on a New York stage... What more meaningful gift could Ludlam bequeath [audiences] than to leave them eternally laughing.
The New York Times
Description
- Full Length Play
- Comedy
- Time Period: 1920s, 1930s
- Target Audience: Teen (Age 14 - 18), Senior, Adult
- Set Requirements: Unit Set/Multiple Settings
- Performance Group:
- High School/Secondary, College Theatre / Student, Community Theatre, Professional Theatre
REVIEWS:
A hearty mixture of thrills, laughter and extravagant showmanship.
The Village Voice
A true vaudeville tour de farce... It's wonderful.
Time
Lunatic fun that keeps you in stitches.
The New York Daily News
A really good laugh... The story has to be seen to be believed.
The New York Post
Far and away the funniest two hours on a New York stage... What more meaningful gift could Ludlam bequeath [audiences] than to leave them eternally laughing.
The New York Times
Characters
- Casting: 2M
- Casting Attributes: Expandable casting
- Casting Notes: All roles are portrayed by two performers.
LORD EDGAR HILLCREST
NICODEMUS UNDERWOOD
JANE TWISDEN
AN INTRUDER
IRMA VEP
Available Material
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Mystery of Irma Vep - A Penny Dreadful, The Script
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This definitive spoof of Gothic melodramas, recently revived Off-Broadway to raves, is a quick change marathon in which two actors play all the roles. A sympathetic werewolf, a vampire and an Egyptian princess brought to life when her tomb is opened make this a comedy that has everything. |
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