Overview
Synopsis
The show concerns the wealthy Sir Anthony and Mrs. Malaprop's attempts to arrange a marriage between Sir Anthony's son, Jack, and Mrs. Malaprop's daughter, Lydia. Trouble occurs when identities are concealed, various love letters are misdirected and duels for honor are botched. In the end, all is well and multiple marriages are celebrated.
Show Information
- Book
- Bruce Geller
- Music
- Jacques Urbont
- Lyrics
- Bruce Geller
- Category
- Musical
- Age Guidance
- Youth (Y)/General Audiences (G)
- Number of Acts
- 2
- Genres
- Comedy
- Cast Size
- large
- Licensor
- Music Theatre International
- Ideal For
- Mostly Male Cast, Includes Young Adult, Adult, Late Teen, Mature Adult Characters, Large Cast
Context
Plot
Characters
| Name | Part Size | Gender | Vocal Part |
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Lead |
Male |
Baritone |
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Lead |
Female |
Soprano |
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Supporting |
Male |
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Supporting |
Male |
Tenor |
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Supporting |
Female |
Soprano |
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Supporting |
Male |
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Supporting |
Male |
Bass |
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Supporting |
Female |
Alto |
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Featured |
Female |
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Featured |
Female |
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Featured |
Female |
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Featured |
Female |
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Featured |
Male |
Silent |
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Featured |
Male |
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Featured |
Male |
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Featured |
Male |
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Featured |
Male |
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Ensemble |
Male |
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Ensemble |
Female |
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Songs
A song with an asterisk (*) before the title indicates a dance number; a character listed in a song with an asterisk (*) by the character's name indicates that the character exclusively serves as a dancer in this song, which is sung by other characters.
Monologues
Scenes
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