: Devin France Shakespeare: Mike Lloy Bea: Katlyn Alcock Portia: Keri Bishop Nostradamus: Matt Moore Minstrel: Jenn Helsdon Brother Jeremiah: Glen McCann Lady Clapham: Abigail Veenstra . . Portia throws one last look at Nigel.
One part Shakespeare in Loveand three parts The Producers, Something Rotten!sends up Bardolatry, musicals, and political theater with lots of great puns along the way. The news outrages Nick, as Shakespeare has already done Richard III, and the thought of going backwards seems absurd to him. Research Playwrights, Librettists, Composers and Lyricists, See more characters from
Please prepare to remain in the space from 8 to 11pm. Scott Cote is Brother Jeremiah; he is the patriarch of the religious puritans who bellows from the good book fire and damnation to poets and theater folk. He tells the audience that "not everybody is getting what he wants", referring to Nick Bottom, who runs a theatre troupe with his brother Nigel. The Puritans leave and Nick tells Nigel what the soothsayer said, but neglects to tell him that it was not Nick's own idea. As Nigel sleeps, Nick faces the real reason he hates Shakespeare: "The Bard" makes Nick feel self-conscious ("God, I Hate Shakespeare (Reprise)"). "There is no doubt that Brother Jeremiah is a one joke character, and that joke is that he's a closet homosexual.". Breakdown: William Shakespeare is both the real life author of many plays and rival to Nick Bottom. is an homage to musical theater and the great bard, William Shakespeare. Set in the 1590s, the musical features a local soothsayer foretelling that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time. Suppose that's good, and I always enjoy the silliness, but then I fell off that fence years ago[only ended up with a limp wrist]. Multiple times throughout the show, Shakespeare tries to get Nigel to tell him what he's working on and sometimes he even goes as far as making Nigel give him the script to his show saying that he will "read it and give feedback." The musical began with an idea that brothers Karey and Wayne Kirkpatrick had had since the 1990s. Bea tells him how she could help them out, but Nick is ambivalent ("Right Hand Man").
Contents 1 Story 1.1 Act One 1.2 Act Two As the Good Book Says. Portia and Nigel set out to convince Jeremiah and the other puritans that they should be together rather than following the "star-crossed lovers" idea. In order for something to pass, two named women must have at least one conversation about something other than a man. What: "Something Rotten". The Bechdel Test is a measure of women's representation in media. What we felt at SOMETHING ROTTEN didn't rise to the level of being offended per se, more like being bummed out that this vein of comedy still has such a life in 2015. . "I have been going around from gig to gig," Chaviano said. But I was bothered by the fact that it wasn't even really a joke. follows the tale of the Bottom brothers, Nick and Nigel, who struggle to find success in England's theatre scene and compete with the astronomical success of their contemporary and The Bard himself, William Shakespeare. Same goes with this. Anyways, Nick becomes desperate when he is writing his shows so he consults Nostradamus to learn what the next big hit in theater will be. 10 or visit beckcenter.org. He dislikes everything about him, and he goes as far as insulting his brother's taste in Shakespeare's works. Director Scott Miller's blog, "The Bad Boy of Musical Theatre" about New Line's creative process. A messenger arrives with an invitation for Nigel to attend Shakespeare in the Park and an after-party. Two brothers set out to write the world's first musical in this hilarious mash-up of sixteenth-century Shakespeare and twenty . haterobics said: "Something sucking a lot doesn't sound negative to the gays. on June 2, 2015 in digital music stores and July 17, 2015 on CD.[13]. When: 8 p.m. Saturday and March 11, 2:30 p.m. Sunday and March 12. Study Guide
And it went nowhere. Such humor has become the go-to substitute now that the old fag jokes are no longer politically correct (or funny). Kathleen Hornbacker (u/s Portia) "She will do anything to help her husband make coin. Gain full access to show guides, character breakdowns, auditions, monologues and more! A messenger arrives with an invitation for Nigel to attend "Shakespeare in the Park" and an after-party. *Our system only provides suggested monologues or songs for select characters if we have matching monologues and song information in our database. Research Playwrights, Librettists, Composers and Lyricists. "He wants to be a bigger celebrity than Shakespeare.". . Nigel's older brother. Later on in the show, you discover that she's the daughter of Jeremiah, but she's nothing like him. Nigel explains to Portia that he sent one of his sonnets to the Bard for feedback. Nigel has just met Portia, a Puritan and the daughter of Brother Jeremiah, and they immediately fall in love. Andrew Kracht But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz. Something Rotten! Once the audience arrives, they perform a bombastic dance number that has many references to modern-day musicals (such as The Lion King and The Phantom of the Opera) ("Make an Omelette"). Mabie Theatre Friday, March 3, 2023 - 8:00pm Saturday, March 4, 2023 - 8:00pm They set out to break new ground by writing the first musical comedy. Ensemble- Various ages/ethnicities. "Nick comes to Nostradamus hoping to find out what the future of theater is, so he can get a leg up on Shakespeare," Roberts said. They/them. Upgrade to PRO Sign Up for PRO to view suggested audition pieces! Lord Clapham leaves, telling the brothers he is stopping their funds unless they have another play by the next morning. Scribd is the world's largest social reading and publishing site. In the song Hard to Be the Bard, Shakespeare expresses his anger towards writing, and he even hints at being a bit insane, but in a funny way. New York, NY, Linda Ray
The two could pass for brothers in real life. Brother Jeremiah interrupts the lovers and takes Portia away to be imprisoned in a tower for disobeying. I found it offputting. Nick tells him that he shouldn't pursue her because she is a Puritan.
Brother Jeremiah The Troupe Note: All Troupe Auditioners will read all 3 parts of Robin, Peter, and Francis in the TROUPE - pg 99 & 100 side Nostradamus Portia & Nigel Shakespeare Bea & Nick Bea - BEA (& NICK) - pg 16 - pg 18, Right Hand Man, All (Bea w/ Nick to read) Samantha Mayer Alice Beberdick Andelyn Sunderman Allison Sass Kayce Drevline i found SOMETHING ROTTEN to be truly hilarious and so enjoyableand i loved all the "gayness" in the showand so did the audience that cheered every numbera musical that has so many gay references is to me playing to the gays in the audience not against themand i say BRAVO! That is another piece that was also performed at Theatre 166. When Portia and Nigel bump into each other, they fall in love at first sight. Strong performances were also given by the actors playing Brother Jeremiah (Scott Cote) and Thomas Nostradamus (Blake Hammond). "He is the head of the Puritans and the antagonist of the story," Hardin-Leeth said. In the midst of all this excitement, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are trying to keep their acting company afloat. I am not linking this as an endorsement, by any means. Music Theatre International's Something Rotten! Most recently, he acted in "Assassins" in Atlanta. What we felt at SOMETHING ROTTEN didn't rise to the level of being offended per . They arrive in America and tell the audience of the new opportunities in the New World ("Finale"). "Something Rotten!" opens at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 8, at the Croswell Opera House in downtown Adrian. Created by Grammy Award-winning songwriter Wayne Kirkpatrick, and screenwriters Karey Kirkpatrick and John O'Farrell, SOMETHING ROTTEN! John O'Farrell
The Minstrel welcomes the audience back and tells them of the stresses that the Bottom brothers and Shakespeare face ("Welcome to the Renaissance (Reprise)"). Shakespeare shows the stress he faces while trying to write hits and manage his fame ("Hard to Be the Bard"). 1 41. Have to take the rest of this piece with a grain of salt now. Chaviano will be making his Renaissance debut. Scribd is the world's largest social reading and publishing site. is directed and choreographed by Casey Nicholaw, . Nick is having qualms about "Omelette: The Musical" as well, but dismisses these doubts once he learns that the town lined up all the way around the theatre for tickets. "[14] The TheaterMania reviewer noted that the song "A Musical" "encapsulates the entire book-musical form in six hilarious minutes. She is a strong leader and a powerful woman who is quite persuasive when she wants to be. When a soothsayer mistakes Hamlet for Omelette the Musical, chaos ensues, resulting in a very funny conclusion. He wishes there was a way to top Shakespeare, and steals from the Money Box to see a soothsayer. Shylock: Jewish landlord/tax collector who loves theater more than anything. Just something for ya'll to chew on "Christian Brole as Will Shakespeare with his groupies.". But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz. September 19, 2018. March 23rd, 2015 [Broadway] Brian d'Arcy James (Nick Bottom), John Cariani (Nigel Bottom), Christian Borle (William Shakespeare), Brad Oscar (Nostradamus), Heidi Blickenstaff (Bea Bottom), Kate Reinders (Portia), Brooks Ashmanskas (Brother Jeremiah), Peter Bartlett (Lorde Clapham/Judge), Gerry Vichi (Shylock), Michael James Scott (Minstrel)Notes: First Preview is the hilarious, brand-new musical directed and choreographed by theatre legend Casey Nicholaw (The Book of Mormon, Aladdin).Set in the 1590's, Something Rotten! ', " 'Something Rotten!' Meanwhile, the troupe is rehearsing "Omelette: The Musical" ("It's Eggs!"). [10], The musical played at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre in October 2021. He's Shakespeare's assistant, Eyepatch Man: Tells Shakespeare that Nick has been visiting Nostradamus, There are also multiple acting troupe members with names but the only one I remember is Francis Flute, That's all for this character breakdown. He says musicals are the next big thing, and he thinks that Nick is going to write the first one. And have ROBIN say that line, God I Hate Shakespeare,mm. Something Rotten! Will Shakespeare sabotage Omelette the musical or will it be the smash hit that sends Shakespeare's career downhill? "Thanks to an amazing cast and this hilarious material, our rehearsals have been nonstop laughter from beginning to end," director Michael Thomas said. Something Rotten - Free ebook download as PDF File (.pdf), Text File (.txt) or read book online for free. New Line Gear
"His daughter is falling in love with Nigel Bottom, which is a horrible thing to him. Producer: Kathleen Breedveld Update as of June 17, 2022: We are so sorry to advise that all remaining performances of Something Rotten! , Brooks Ashmanskas (Brother Jeremiah), Peter Bartlett (Lord Clapham), Gerry Cichi (Shylock), Michael James Scott (Minstrel) This story is part of a series of articles spotlighting Thespian troupes and the shows that earned them 2020 International Thespian Festival . Set in Renaissance England, it's a play about playwrights, . Students of Jordan-Elbridge High School will perform "Something Rotten" this March. "everyone finally shut up, and the audience could enjoy the beginning of the Anatevka Pogram in peace.". Once the audience arrives, they perform a bombastic dance number that has many references to modern-day musicals (such asThe Lion KingandThe Phantom of the Opera) ("Make an Omelette"). :snowflake: Snowy Sunny :snowflake: [mini Hiatus]. Brother Jeremiah Lines (Something Rotten) How do you want to study today? Shelly McDowell Something Rotten! Hailed by Time Out New York as "the funniest musical comedy in at least 400 years," SOMETHING ROTTEN is a joyously outrageous entertainment and an irresistible ode to the . Wiki is a FANDOM Music Community. (Minstrel + Ensemble), TROUPE - pg 99 & 100 Start Nigel Im still working. End -" Its better than Shakespeare". He is very strict and refuses to let her daughter engage in "fulfilling her lustful desires" (this is a joke about Jeremiah the entire show. A local soothsayer foretells that the future of theater involves singing, dancing, and acting at the same time. Tom Farris, Tommy Lassiter (Shakespeare), Tory Speed (Portia), Tory Speed (Portia), Megan Bartlett (Bea), Tommy Lassiter (Shakespeare), Glen Riggs (Nostradamus), 2022 Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre A spy tells him that the brothers are trying to steal Shakespeare's upcoming hit. This website saves cookies to your browser in order to improve your online experience and show you personalized content. Nigel asks the messenger if Portia can be his "plus one". I skip read the first post but unless it means when all else fails, throw in a 'are you being served' poofy joke and the populus will wet their breeches. Breakdown: Nick, or Nicholas, Bottom is the protagonist in Something Rotten! Tom Snout: Chris Poston Set in the 1590's, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as "The Bard". Upgrade to PRO
Breakdown: Brother Jeremiah is the Puritan father of Portia and secondary antagonist in Something Rotten!. Despite Nick's arguments, Bea goes out to do jobs that Nick claims are for men. The show is so silly it's really hard to take anything seriously or be offended by its content. DAYTON Victoria Theatre Association's Premier Health Broadway Series will present the musical, "Something Rotten!," March 20-25 in the Schuster Center in downtown Dayton. The tour starred Matthew Janisse (Nick Bottom), Matthew Baker (Shakespeare), and Richard Spitaletta (Nigel Bottom) and was staged by Steve Bebout (associate director of the original Broadway production). to read our character analysis for Brother Jeremiah and unlock other amazing theatre resources! The wonderful book The Friendly Shakespeare
Bea is a very thoughtful person when it comes to her husband and his brother. I'm including the exclamation point because that's the exact title of the show). At this point in the show however, you have no idea who she is or what her role in the show is. If you continue to promote this filth and debauchery, I will see you tied to a post begging for mercy as I give you the rod. The musical opens with "The Minstrel" welcoming the audience to the European Renaissance ("Welcome to the Renaissance"). Something Rotten! Shakespeare asks to read Nigel's journal of poems and writings, but Nick runs in with Shylock and chastises Shakespeare for trying to steal Nigel's ideas, as well reprimanding Nigel for his naivet. Kad said: "I didn't think the humor was gay panicky, just obvious and tired. I had no problem with this joke whatsoever and I'm in the supposedly affected group. A militant Puritan, and the father of Portia, a. Artistic Staff and Cast for Something Rotten! New York, NY, Accessibility Statement Terms Privacy |StageAgent 2020. Tom Farris, Amanda Ross Portia and Nigel set out to show him that love and art aren't bad things, and they're actually good ones. Someone said to me "it's a show for 'Kathy Griffin's gays.'" Will is a very deceptive character who has all the best things about fame, but still wants more. He is in love with Portia. proto-feminist wife and Brooks Ashmanskas as Brother Jeremiah, Portia's literally Puritanical but clearly closeted father . is a hysterical, joyous celebration of everything you love about Broadway. 'Something Rotten' Continues through Aug. 7 at Beck Center for the Arts, 17801 Detroit Ave. Lakewood. After a ten minute long musical number (A Musical), Nick decides that he's going to write the first musical, but when he writes one about the Black Death, it fails and his producer walks out on him. That's a separate question. Shakespeare's Richard II was obviously a hit compared to Nick's. Nostradamus: Glen Riggs In court, Shylock, Nick, Nigel, and Nostradamus are on trial and Nick is sentenced to beheading. Portia knows that Jeremiah is completely disapproving of her affairs, much less her relationship with Nigel. He is surprised to learn that his hit is about eggs. Edward Hibbert. Saddened by the loss of his love, Nigel becomes inspired to write a completely different play that is revealed to be Hamlet . Later, Nick meets Nigel on the street. In his desperate times, he seeks a soothsayer to tell him the future in theater, and the soothsayer, Nostradamus, tells him that musicals will be he next big thing. Hilarity ensues and absurdity reaches new heights, in this satirical spectacle that pokes fun at everything audiences adore about Broadway. This Tony Award-winning romp is a love story to all things theatre! The brilliant Shakespeare sitcom Upstart Crow
Brothers, Nick and Nigel, are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of William Shakespeare, the Renaissance Rockstar. Created by Grammy Award-winning songwriter Wayne Kirkpatrick, and successful screenwriters Karey Kirkpatrick and John OFarrell, Something Rotten! It was directed by Sean Foley and Jim Arnold and choreographed by Carrie-Ann Ingrouille.[11]. Tenor (B2-A4). I thought the humor very funny. Something Rotten! (Nick, Nigel, Troupe), Shakespeare- SHAKESPEARE - bottom of pg 58 - 60, DANCE/SINGING CALLBACKS - Monday November 14th, CALLBACKS FOR TUESDAY NOVEMBER 15TH WILL BE POSTED AFTER MONDAY'S CALLBACKS. Something Rotten is the loving roast master of Broadway. They both have a strong love of poetry and William Shakespeare, however, Brother Jeremiah dislikes the Bottom Brothers and won't allow Portia to be with Nigel. That's it. Read our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy to get more information and learn how to set up your preferences. When you first meet Nick, you discover that he is a struggling writer who is hidden in the shadow of The Bard, aka Shakespeare. He asks Nostradamus what Shakespeare's new hit is going to be. Nigel Bottom: Austin Andrade is a musical comedy about brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom, who are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as "The Bard." Garry Shandling. to Skip Seattle Premiere and Debut on Broadway in March", "COVID-19 stuns struggling theater industry", "Cast & Creative Team - Something Rotten", "Drama Desk Nominations: 'Hamilton' Leads the Polls (FULL LIST)", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Something_Rotten!&oldid=1138335997, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical, Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical, "Welcome to the Renaissance" Minstrel and Company, "God, I Hate Shakespeare" Nick, Nigel and The Troupe, "God, I Hate Shakespeare (Reprise)" Nick, "A Musical" Nostradamus, Nick and Ensemble, "The Black Death" Nick, Nigel and The Troupe, "Bottom's Gonna Be on Top" Nick and Company, "Welcome to the Renaissance (Reprise)" Minstrel, "Hard to Be the Bard" Shakespeare and Ensemble, "We See the Light" Portia, Nigel, Brother Jeremiah, Nick, Ensemble, "To Thine Own Self" Nigel, Nick, Shakespeare and The Troupe, "To Thine Own Self (Reprise)" Nick and Nigel, This page was last edited on 9 February 2023, at 03:26. A hurt Nigel scrambles out onto the street and is confronted by Shakespeare, who steals his hit under the guise of "improving it".
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