Grumpy Old Men
- Full Length Musical, Comedy
- 5M, 4F
- ISBN: TRW-10971
Based on the 1993 film, which starred Jack Lemmon, Walter Matthau, and Ann-Margret, this stage adaptation captures the lovably crotchety characters through twinkling humor, great songs, and the affectionate depiction of a small town that feels like home to everyone.
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Description
- Full Length Musical
- Comedy
- Target Audience: Senior, Adult
- Set Requirements: Unit Set/Multiple Settings
- Performance Group:
- Senior Theatre, Community Theatre
Grumpy Old Men is the story of two aging men, Max and John, neighbors who have been feuding for most of their lives. Invigorated by their shared affection for their new neighbor across the street, the beautiful, eccentric, and charming Ariel, they face-off as romantic rivals until their hilarious shenanigans finally bring about a resolution to their long-standing differences.
Based on the 1993 film, which starred Jack Lemmon, Walter Matthau, and Ann-Margret, this stage adaptation captures the lovably crotchety characters through twinkling humor, great songs, and the affectionate depiction of a small town that feels like home to everyone.
Based on the 1993 film, which starred Jack Lemmon, Walter Matthau, and Ann-Margret, this stage adaptation captures the lovably crotchety characters through twinkling humor, great songs, and the affectionate depiction of a small town that feels like home to everyone.
Characters
- Casting: 5M, 4F
- Casting Attributes: Parts for Senior Actors
MAX GOLDMAN - His neighbour, retired TV repairman. Male. Age 71.
ARIEL TRAUX - College professor, new in town. Female. Age 52.
JACOB GOLDMAN - Max's son, a lawyer. Male. Age 39.
MELANIE NORTON - John's daughter, a R.E. agent. Female. Age 38.
SANDRA SNYDER - Nefarious tax collector. Female. Age 40.
"GRANDPA" GUSTAFSON - John's oversexed father. Male. Age 94.
CHUCK BARRELS - Owns the town's general store. Male. Age 69.
PUNKY BARRELS - Chuck's niece, also new to town. Female. Age 55.
TIM - the dubious minister who is married to
UNIS - the avian addict while
STAN - the polka champion is browbeaten by his wife
FRAN - the town gossip.
KARLA - caffeinates all, including
BO and LO - who appear as movers, orderlies and other random duos.
The actor playing KARLA also portrays the NURSE.
