The Full Monty

Musical

Writers: Terrence McNally David Yazbek

Overview

Show Information

Music
Lyrics
Based on the Play/Book/Film
The Full Monty (1997 film)
Category
Musical
Number of Acts
2
First Produced
2000
Genres
Comedy, Farce
Settings
Contemporary, Multiple Settings
Time & Place
Buffalo, New York
Cast Size
medium
Orchestra Size
Medium
Dancing
Musical Staging
Ideal for
Large Cast, Mostly Male Cast, Professional Theatre, Regional Theatre
Casting Notes
Mostly male cast
Includes adult, young adult, early teen, mature adult characters

Synopsis

Based on the hit film of the same name, The Full Monty follows the fortunes of six unemployed steelworkers in Buffalo, New York. With no job, money or prospects, they are fed up. When the men spy their wives and other local women going crazy over a group of male strippers, an idea begins to emerge. Overcoming their jealousy and feelings of emasculation, they decide to make some quick cash by forming their own act--a team of male strippers with ‘real man’ bodies. However, their rehearsals are not easy. As they prepare for the performance of their lives, they are tested and exposed, both physically and emotionally. Overcoming their fears, self-consciousness, and inner demons, the men realize that they are strong together and find solace in their friendship. This gives them the courage to finally ‘let it go’ and reveal all!

Lead Characters


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