Shows with Backing Tracks
19 Jul
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By Chris D'Arienzo.
Full Length Musical, Comedy, Backing Tracks, 1980s
CASTING: 9M, 11F, 10M or F
Rock of Ages takes you back to the times of big bands with big egos playing big guitar solos and sporting even bigger hair! This Tony Award-nominated Broadway musical features the hits of bands including Night Ranger, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister, and others. The unforgettable rocks anthems have been adjusted for teen voices and some subject matter has been adjusted for appropriateness. Introduce your kids (and re-introduce the parents) to the face-melting, guitar anthems of the 1980s in this hit Broadway musical.
Book by Eric Idle. Music and Lyrics by John Du Prez and Eric Idle. Young@Part Edition adapted by Marc Tumminelli.
Short Musical, Comedy, Backing Tracks, Medieval England
CASTING: 6M, 1F
The story centres around King Arthur and his search for the Holy Grail. After a rather silly bit of miscommunication leads us briefly to Finland, our King and his ever faithful squire Patsy begin to search for knights to accompany him on his Quest. They meet up with an unforgettable slew of outrageously kooky characters and musical hilarity ensues as Arthur and the Knights make their journey.
By L. Frank Baum. Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg.
Full Length Musical, Comedy, Backing Tracks, Fantasy, Contemporary
CASTING: 4M, 3F
Like so many little girls her age, little Dorothy Gale of Kansas dreams of what lies over the rainbow. One day a twister hits her farm and carries her away over the rainbow to another world. Come join Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tinman, the Cowardly Lion and Toto as they travel the universe of Dorothy's imagination. The Young Performers Edition of The Wizard of Oz is a one-house adaptation specifically tailored for elementary school and middle school aged children.
Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber. Lyrics by Tim Rice.
Short Musical, Rock Musical, Backing Tracks, Biblical
CASTING: 19M or F
The Biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colours comes to vibrant life in this delightful parable. Joseph, his father's favourite son, is a boy blessed with prophetic dreams. When he is sold into slavery by his jealous brothers and taken to Egypt, Joseph endures a series of adventures in which his spirit and humanity are continually challenged. Set to an engaging cornucopia of musical styles, from country-western and calypso to bubble-gum pop and rock 'n' roll, this Old Testament tale emerges both timely and timeless.
Book by Michael J. Bobbitt and Jim Davis. Music and Lyrics by John L. Cornelius II.
Short Musical, Comedy, Backing Tracks, Contemporary
CASTING: 4M, 1F
Garfield, a chubby and sarcastic tabby cat fantasizes about having the most amazing birthday in the history of birthdays. He deserves it for being the best cat ever! But, it seems that all his friends -- Arlene, Odie, Jon and even his nemesis, Nermal, seem to have forgotten. Feeling rejected, Garfield ventures out to find adventure, but quickly learns that "home is where the heart... and the food is."
Book and Lyrics by Alyn Cararelli. Music by Steve Goers.
Full Length Musical, Comedy, Backing Tracks
CASTING: 5M, 2F
This panto-style re-imagining of J.M. Barrie's classic book focuses on Wendy's transition from a child to a responsible young lady -- with plenty of adventure in between! When Wendy refuses to leave the nursery and sleep downstairs, her mother gives her a mysterious box containing Peter Pan's shadow. Unable to resist, Wendy opens it, Peter arrives, and they're off to Neverland! But even there, Wendy must learn what it means to grow up.
Adapted by Joseph Robinette. Music and Lyrics by Charles Strouse. Based on the book by E.B. White.
Full Length Musical, Fantasy, Backing Tracks
CASTING: 15M or F
This exciting, new musical version of Charlotte's Web brings a new dimension to E.B. White's beloved classic. With music and lyrics by Charles Strouse (Annie, Bye Bye Birdie) and book by Joseph Robinette, your audiences will thrill to a musical score which includes "Who Says We Can't Be Friends", an enchanting duet between Wilbur and his new-found companion Charlotte.
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