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Synopsis

Fun, sexy, and seductive, Cruel Intentions is the ultimate ‘90s throwback. Venture into the rich and manipulative world of step-siblings Sebastian Valmont and Kathryn Merteuil. Driven by revenge, lust, and passion, and oblivious to the feelings of others, the siblings make an eventful bet: can Sebastian seduce the new headmaster’s daughter, Annette Hargrove, and strip her of her prized virginity? Meanwhile, can Kathryn get her revenge on naive and innocent student Cecile, who Kathryn blames for wrecking her last relationship? The chase is on for both siblings! However, Sebastian soon learns that there is one issue getting in the way that he could never have imagined: love.

Based on the hit film of the same name and featuring a jukebox score of classic '90s tunes, Cruel Intentions has gained a cult following and has been performed across the world following its successful Off-Broadway run in 2017.

Show Information

Based on the Play/Book/Film
Cruel Intentions (1999 film)
Category
Musical
Age Guidance
Mature Audiences (M)
Number of Acts
2
First Produced
2015
Genres
Dark Comedy
Settings
Multiple Settings
Time & Place
Manhattan, New York City, 1990s
Cast Size
medium
Orchestra Size
Rock Combo
Dancing
Optional
Ideal For
College/University, Regional Theatre, Includes Late Teen, Young Adult, Adult, Mature Adult Characters, Medium Cast

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Plot

Characters

Name Part Size Gender Vocal Part

Sebastian Valmont

Lead

Male

Tenor

Kathryn Merteuil

Lead

Female

Alto, Mezzo-Soprano

Annette Hargrove

Lead

Female

Mezzo-Soprano

Cecile Caldwell

Lead

Female

Mezzo-Soprano

Blaine Tuttle

Supporting

Male

Tenor

Greg McConnell

Supporting

Male

Tenor

Ronald Clifford

Supporting

Male

Tenor

Mrs Bunny Caldwell

Supporting

Female

Mezzo-Soprano

Ensemble

Ensemble

Either Gender

Soprano, Mezzo-Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Baritone

Songs

ACT ONE

  • Prelude / Every You, Every Me - Ensemble
  • I'm The Only One - Kathryn & Ensemble
  • Genie in a Bottle - Kathryn & Sebastian
  • Just a Girl - Annette & Ensemble
  • Kiss Me - Kathryn, Cecile, Blaine, Greg, Sebastian & Annette
  • Lovefool - Sebastian & Annette
  • Sex and Candy - Blaine & Greg
  • Bye Bye Bye - Blaine & Greg
  • Breakfast at Tiffany's - Cecile & Ronald
  • No Scrubs - Mrs. Caldwell & Kathryn
  • Only Happy When It Rains / Act One Finale - Full Company

ACT TWO

  • The Sign - Cecile
  • No Scrubs [Reprise] - Ronald & Mrs. Caldwell
  • I Don't Want To Wait - Cecile
  • I'll Make Love To You - Cecile
  • Torn - Annette & Sebastian
  • Sometimes - Blaine & Greg
  • Colorblind - Sebastian, Annette & Ensemble
  • Sunday Morning - Kathryn & Ensemble
  • Iris - Sebastian
  • Foolish Games - Annette
  • Bitch / Losing My Religion - Kathryn & Sebastian
  • Kathryn's Turn - Kathryn
  • Lovefool [Reprise] Annette
  • Bittersweet Symphony - Full Company
  • Cruel Megamix - Full Company

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Guide Written By:

Alexandra Appleton

Alexandra Appleton

Writer, editor and theatre researcher