Something Rotten! Minstrel: Nico Jaochico He idolizes him and uses him as inspiration in his writing. San Juan Capistrano, CA, Accessibility Statement Terms Privacy |StageAgent 2020. "If there were a prescription for joy, it would come with this show in the bottle." . John O'Farrell 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. I didn't get it, but I almost do. "I'm proud to say I'm a working actor. Nostradamus agrees to help Nick further with the creation of the musical, as he is sure it's going to be a big hit. An excited Shakespeare decides to disguise himself as "Toby Belch" and audition for the brothers' troupe in order to steal the play. "Thanks to an amazing cast and this hilarious material, our rehearsals have been nonstop laughter from beginning to end," director Michael Thomas said. "Toby Belch" arrives at the theatre and is hired for the company. Brian d'Arcy James (Nick Bottom), John Cariani (Nigel Bottom), Christian Borle (Shakespeare), Jenny Hill (u/s Bea), Brad Oscar (Nostradamus), Kate Reinders (Portia), Brooks Ashmanskas (Brother Jeremiah), Peter Bartlett (Lord Clapham, Master of the Justice), Gerry Vichi (Shylock), Michael James Scott (Minstrel, Ensemble), Linda Griffin, David . Amber Gee He rants about his hatred of Shakespeare to the troupe members, who are horrified ("God, I Hate Shakespeare"). He is surprised to learn that his hit is about eggs. Robin: Andrew Kracht (u/s Brother Jeremiah, Minstrel, Nostradamus) Woodill added the commute from Columbus to Mansfield is well worth it. The troupe and Nigel find out that Nostradamus is a soothsayer, and are horrified. Artistic Staff and Cast for Something Rotten! July 15-August 14, 2022 Book By Karey Kirkpatrick and John O'Farrell, Music and Lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick | Directed by Scott Ford | Choreography by Hannah Weinberg-Goerger The wonderful book The Friendly Shakespeare Please be aware you will be asked to create 8 counts of improv movement. Brothers, Nick and Nigel, are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of William Shakespeare, the Renaissance Rockstar. 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! Set in the 1590s, 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." What was the point of any of it then? He shows nothing but disrespect towards mainly everyone, but especially play writes like Nick and Nigel. Bankhead Theater Livermore, CA 1 41. Later, Nick meets Nigel on the street. The target of the humor seems to be gay men themselves with their exaggerated affects (and particularly if they refuse to announce their sexuality to all they meet). I found it offputting. In the park, Shakespeare performs for the people ("Will Power"). At The Moonlight, "Something Rotten!" will be directed by Jamie Torcellini and choreographed by Bill Burns, both reuniting after staging last summer's runaway hit Disney's "Beauty and the Beast." . "Nigel is the writer. He finds a soothsayer named Thomas Nostradamus (The nephew of the famous soothsayerNostradamus). They're looking to be offended, not reacting to a specific offense. "Toby Belch" arrives at the theatre and is hired for the company. "Get up the nerve to be all you deserve to be.". We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and disappointment for the cancelation. She chats to them about the baby, and shows off some of the gifts she was given. He tries to keep Portia away from Nigel, but it usually doesn't work. 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. have been canceled. NICK & NIGEL - pg 7 & 8 (Cut Robins lines)BEA (& NICK) - pg 16 - pg 18NIGEL & PORTIA - pg 43 & 44NIGEL - speech pg 100 (Nick please just listento to sleep perchance to dream.)SHAKESPEARE - bottom of pg 58 - 60NOSTRADAMUS - pg 24 ("Did I hear a need - pg 27SHYLOCK - pg 14 (bottom of page) - pg 15BROTHER JEREMIAH - speech on page 35 (cut Nicks line)LORD/ LADY CLAPHAM - pg 9 - 10 end with Like the BardTROUPE - pg 99 & 100 Start Nigel Im still working. End -" Its better than Shakespeare". In a desperate attempt to out-Bard the Bard, Nick consults with a soothsayer, who informs him that the future of theatre involves acting, singing, and dancing -- sometimes all at once! Set in 1595, Something Rotten! Brother Jeremiah then runs in to find a drunk Portia and once again admonishes Nigel. The musical began with an idea that brothers Karey and Wayne Kirkpatrick had had since the 1990s. The iconic example is the "Not That There's Anything Wrong with That" episode of SEINFELD. She is very supportive of their careers, but she also knows that they need money to support themselves. I would use the term "gay panic humor" to mean jokes about how nervous--or "panicked"--homosexuality makes straight men. 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 . Lord Clapham/Judge . Hamilton22 said: "Something Rotten sucked so much. Nick also becomes desperate because now his wife Bea trying to get a job and none of the other women have jobs. NOSTRADAMUS - pg 24 ("Did I hear a need - pg 27, A Musical, mm. Results may vary. 23 March 2015, Broadway first preview . Photo courtesy of Holly Stanfield. and "Make an Omelette" are combined into one track because of the brevity of the former. a non profit - 501 (c) 3 corporation. The musical opens with "The Minstrel" welcoming the audience to the European Renaissance ("Welcome to the Renaissance"). Nigel sits down to try to write a new play. Meanwhile, the troupe is rehearsing "Omelette: The Musical" ("It's Eggs!"). New York, NY, Accessibility Statement Terms Privacy |StageAgent 2020. Just something for ya'll to chew on "Christian Brole as Will Shakespeare with his groupies.". are you mad? Nigel explains to Portia that he sent one of his sonnets to the Bard for feedback. Samantha Woodill, a Columbus resident who has performed a number of times locally, plays Portia. (he pauses a moment, realizing what he said) Good day, sir. Not quite offensive because I don't think it's my place to be offended. I tend to notice that those offended by these types of things tend not to be in the groups that are supposedly targeted. More information: Visit . Update as of June 17, 2022: We are so sorry to advise that all remaining performances of Something Rotten! "I love the show, so I was happy to do it," he said. Meanwhile, the troupe is rehearsing "Omelette: The Musical" ("It's Eggs!"). is an homage to musical theater and the great bard, William Shakespeare. Brother Jeremiah's passionate but dorky daughter. Jan 14, 21, 28 at 8:00 PM to read our character analysis for Brother Jeremiah and unlock other amazing theatre resources! The troupe performs a song for Lord Clapham (The Black Death), who is disgusted and deserts the troupe. 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. (Nick + Nostradamus), God I Hate Shakespeare,mm. He wishes there was a way to top Shakespeare, and steals from the Money Box to see a soothsayer. "This is one of the funniest collections of actors ever to grace our stage. Shop Broadway Souvenirs in BroadwayWorld's Theatre Shop! "It's a fun time the whole way through," Citrino said. He yells at his quill and makes it talk back to him (negatively) to the point where Will "strangles" the quill and his valet has to calm him down. A local soothsayer foretells that the future of theater involves singing, dancing, and acting at the same time. I should have a Les Mis one up soon and maybe a Hamilton one I'm not sure yet :). Bea enters, disguised as a lawyer, and makes Nick confess that he stole from the Money Box, and tells the judge that beheading him would be redundant because he has already lost his head. Why see the off brand "The Book of Mormon" when you can just go down to theEugene O'Neill. Auditions 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]. I'm including the exclamation point because that's the exact title of the show). The news outrages Nick, as Shakespeare has already done Richard III, and the thought of going backwards seems absurd to him. (Nick + Nostradamus). The news outrages Nick, as Shakespeare has already done "Richard III", and the thought of going backwards seems absurd to him. Saddened by the loss of his love, Nigel becomes inspired to write a completely different play that is revealed to be Hamlet. Breakdown: Nick, or Nicholas, Bottom is the protagonist in Something Rotten! She says that they always wanted a new country house and they are getting a house in a new country. But the play is also making fun of him for being so homophobic. 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"). Citrino most recently appeared locally in last spring's acclaimed "Once," a musical in which all the actors played instruments, at Theatre 166. Will is also shown to be very persuasive, especially when it comes to gullible fans. [BROTHER JEREMIAH] Good God, y'all . "His daughter is falling in love with Nigel Bottom, which is a horrible thing to him. Minstrel : C.J. Read our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy to get more information and learn how to set up your preferences. 2023 www.mansfieldnewsjournal.com. Portia: Tori Speed but Brother Jeremiah is a complicated man who brings immediate and necessary laughter to the show . ', " 'Something Rotten!' Something Rotten! He asks Nostradamus what Shakespeare's new hit is going to be. They arrive in America and tell the audience of the new opportunities in the New World ("Finale"). "She will do anything to help her husband make coin. Such humor has become the go-to substitute now that the old fag jokes are no longer politically correct (or funny). Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. "[14] The TheaterMania reviewer noted that the song "A Musical" "encapsulates the entire book-musical form in six hilarious minutes. Students of Jordan-Elbridge High School will perform "Something Rotten" this March. A hurt Nigel scrambles out onto the street and is confronted by Shakespeare, who steals his hit under the guise of "improving it". : 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 . 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! Shylock expresses a desire to help fund the troupe, but Nick rejects him as it is illegal to employ a Jew. His whole life is upended when he falls in love with a Puritan girl named Portia," Chaviano said. : Portia quotes from Psalms when she tells her father of her decision to join Nigel in the colonies. A messenger arrives with an invitation for Nigel to attend Shakespeare in the Park and an after-party. Something Rotten! Bea wants Nick and Nigel to succeed, but she's also been fighting for women's rights in the Renaissance. Tom Farris, Amanda Ross Portia then arrives, having escaped the tower. . 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. As Nigel sleeps, Nick faces the real reason he hates Shakespeare: "the Bard" makes Nick feel self-conscious ("God, I Hate Shakespeare (Reprise)"). Portia sneaks out to see him, and they discover more about their similarities ("I Love the Way"). [8], A South Korean production in Korean was scheduled to run from 7 August 2020 to 18 October 2020 at the Chungmu Art Center Grand Theater. "David Armstrong, artistic director of 5th Avenue Theater, said that after the positive buzz surrounding the musicals workshop in October [2014], he and Mr. McCollum began discussing the possibility of the show bypassing Seattle in favor of Broadway. A militant Puritan, and the father of Portia, a. . , PURITANS WHOO! is a musical comedy with a book by John O'Farrell and Karey Kirkpatrick and music and lyrics by Karey and Wayne Kirkpatrick. Meet the Cast of SWEENEY TODD, Now in Previews on Broadway! ", That could also describe "Something Rotten.". Actually, we too were bugged by the rampant gay-panic humor in SOMETHING ROTTEN. of a raging homo but is somehow a harmless ridiculous wink wink [always rather un-attractive] buffoon who succeeds in getting everyone[most] onside. They finally joined with John OFarrell to write several songs and presented those songs and a treatment to the producer Kevin McCollum in 2010. He and the troupe prepare for the show ("Something Rotten!"). The two could pass for brothers in real life. Nigel wants to do "The Brothers from Cornwall", the story of the two brothers' lives, but Nick vetoes saying it has to be bigger, and decides to do a play about theBlack Death. BROADWAY: The Cripple of Inishmaan, This is Our Youth, If/Then, Hedwig and the Angry Inch (x3), Cabaret (x2), The Real Thing, A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder, Chicago, Les Miserables (x2) Disgraced, Finding Neverland, On the Twentieth Century, Wolf Hall Part I, On the Town, Fun Home; TOURING: Jekyll and Hyde, The Book of Mormon; LOCAL: The Twilight Zone, Anne Boleyn, Death and the Maiden, The Lying Kind, Chorus Line, Stupid F**king Bird, "I'm a comedian, but in my spare time, things bother me." If you love comedy combined with some of the most hilarious songs and dances you've ever seen, then 'Something Rotten' is the perfect show to get you out of the winter doldrums.". "Something Rotten!" - Ensemble "Make an Omelette" - Nick, Company "To Thine Own Self (Reprise)" - Nick "Finale" - Company Which of these audition songs for Something Rotten did you choose? He asks Nostradamus to tell him what Shakespeare's new hit is going to be, and Nostradamus sees "Hamlet", but misinterprets it as "Omelette", among other mistakes (such as the Prince eating adanish pastryrather than being a Danish prince). This isn't very important to the plot though. Will Nick's show Omelette succeed or will he still be stuck in the shadow of The Bard? Note: All Troupe Auditioners will read all 3 parts of Robin, Peter, and Francis in the TROUPE - pg 99 & 100 side, BEA (& NICK) - pg 16 - pg 18, Right Hand Man, All (Bea w/ Nick to read), NIGEL & PORTIA - pg 43 & 44, I Love the Way, All (Portia and Nigel), LORD/ LADY CLAPHAM - pg 9 - 10 end with Like the Bard, Welcome to the Renaissance, mm. Lord Clapham leaves, telling the brothers he is stopping their funds unless they have another play by the next morning. Mel Brooks is the King or Queen creator of the central male character having all the obvious inflections[?] When some of the actors become suspicious of Nostradamus and why he is at their theatre, Nick lies and says that Nostradamus is an actor. do u know who her father is?-Nick, You really want that guy giving a speech at ur wedding reception-Nick and more. Jeremiah disapproves of plays, so he automatically hates the play writes. Citrino has recently been working on a cruise ship. As the Good Book Says. In a rage, Nick goes back to Nostradamus with what he has left of the money he stole from the Money Box. He is based in Florida. He worries about their future together, but Portia reassures him by saying that everyone, even Nick and Brother Jeremiah, will change their minds about their relationship when they hear Nigel's beautiful sonnets ("We See the Light"). Strong performances were also given by the actors playing Brother Jeremiah (Scott Cote) and Thomas Nostradamus (Blake Hammond). Directed by Chris Brindley Music Direction by Bethany Aiken Choreography by Caroline Workman. Shylock: Elmer Strasser, Peter Quince: Osvaldo Mora (u/s Nigel) Flashcards Review terms and definitions Learn Focus your studying with a path Test Take a practice test Match Get faster at matching terms Created by NeelPatrick Terms in this set (21) NIGEL: Uh huh. Something Rotten! LORD CLAPHAM Andrew Kracht The story follows the Bottom brothers, Nick and Nigel, who . Portia throws one last look at Nigel. All rights reserved. Nostradamus: Glen Riggs It is met with screams of laughter. Nick asks him what the next big thing in theatre will be, and Nostradamus says that it will be "a musical", a play where "an actor is saying his lines, and out of nowhere he just starts singing". Cote is great as the sexually repressed puritan who is against the Bottom brothers and their attempt to make the worlds first musical. Sweet and a little awkward. Will Portia be able to convince her father that she should be with Nigel or will her efforts be in vain? Shakespeare, also referred to as The Bard throughout the show, gets all of the praise and attention from his adoring fans leaving writers like Nick and Nigel in his shadow. Wiki is a FANDOM Music Community. on June 2, 2015 in digital music stores and July 17, 2015 on CD.[13]. In order for something to pass, two named women must have at least one conversation about something other than a man. 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. Continued [9] Some of the performances were cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. opened on Broadway at the St. James Theatre in previews on March 23, 2015, and officially opened on April 22, directed and choreographed by Casey Nicholaw, with the sets designed by Scott Pask, costumes by Gregg Barnes and lighting by Jeff Croiter. Are you mad? 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. But what the essayist describes in his essay are just plain old fag jokes. is directed and choreographed by Casey Nicholaw, . Something Rotten! Brother Jeremiah interrupts the lovers and takes Portia away to be imprisoned in a tower for disobeying. Male Identifying, 40's - 50's, Rock Baritone solid to . Gain full access to show guides, character breakdowns, auditions, monologues and more! While her character doesn't do any tapping, it's a skill she learned at the age of 3. Nico Jaochico It was nominated for ten Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and won one (Christian Borle as Best Featured Actor in a Musical). The show launched a US national tour with previews at Proctors Theatre in Schenectady, New York on January 10, 2017, before officially opening at the Boston Opera House on January 17. 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. And have ROBIN say that line, NICK & NIGEL - pg 7 & 8 (Cut Robins lines), BEA (& NICK) - pg 16 - pg 18, A Musical, mm. Paapa Essiedu, 2016; Michelle Terry, 2018 Nigel runs after Portia while Nick is left to figure out a solution fast. In the recording, "Something Rotten!" When Nick and Nigel Bottom decide their theatre troupe rivals that of William Shakespeare the best way to beat him is to hire a soothsayer and write a musical about Eggs right? Chris Poston Please prepare to remain in the space from 8 to 11pm. New York, NY, Linda Ray Drop the "3" and say the signature and you'll understand. Same goes with this. Evening Show Musical - Main Stage Theatre. Perhaps he who laughs first or loudest is the one [male] who has occasionally sat on the fence or desperately wanted to fall off. New Line Gear "It's pure entertainment from beginning to end, and this team is absolutely first-rate. Something Rotten. Seeking 2 Actor Team for Spring Mar 03, 2023 to Mar 11, 2023 Book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O'Farrell Music and Lyrics by Wanye Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick Conceived by Karey Kirkpatrick and Wayne Kirkpatrick Directed by Jonathan Hadley Location: E.C. 1 39. Chriistopher Plummer, 1966; Nicol Williamson, 1969; Most recently, he acted in "Assassins" in Atlanta. "He is the head of the Puritans and the antagonist of the story," Hardin-Leeth said. It is witty and smart about its inside jokes, forcing you to stay attentive to every throwaway line and visual gag which skewer everything from Webster and Spenser toLes MizandDreamgirls. Gullible fans such as Nigel Bottom. When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the worlds very first musical. Sign up today to unlock amazing theatre resources and opportunities. Will is a very deceptive character who has all the best things about fame, but still wants more. It was directed by Sean Foley and Jim Arnold and choreographed by Carrie-Ann Ingrouille.[11]. Producer: Kathleen Breedveld Director: Brian Olkowski Music Director: Jed da Roza Choreographer: Christina Lazo Choreographer: Meghan Hornbacker is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). "[2] The developmental lab took place in New York City in October 2014 with Casey Nicholaw as director and choreographer.[3]. For those who had tickets for the remaining performances, please watch your email inbox for an email with a form discussing possible options for your tickets. I see the light [BROTHER JEREMIAH/PURITANS] You've changed how I'm (He's) thinkin' Cause I (He) was. Something Rotten! What: "Something Rotten". . The Minstrel welcomes the audience back and tells them of the stresses that the Bottom brothers and Shakespeare face ("Welcome to the Renaissance (Reprise)"). Where: Renaissance Theatre, 138 Park Avenue West. Nigel and Nick go home to their small house, and on the way Nick encounters Shylock the Jew. I had no problem with this joke whatsoever and I'm in the supposedly affected group. Meghan Hornbacker Nick is convinced that Shakespeare steals shows, as supported by the fact that Nick and Nigel (the Bottom Brothers) were writing Richard II and Shakespeare wrote Richard II shortly after. When some of the actors become suspicious of Nostradamus and why he is at their theatre, Nick lies and says that Nostradamus is an actor. Kate Reinders (Portia), Brad Oscar (Nostradamus), Brooks Ashmanskas (Brother Jeremiah), Gerry Vichi (Shylock), Michael James Scott (Minstrel/Snug), Peter Bartlett (Lord Clapham/Eyepatch Man) First Preview! He holds a grudge against Shakespeare. Portia sneaks out to see him, and they discover more about their similarities, especially in the way they both love poetry ("I Love the Way"). This hilarious musical features unforgettable song-and-dance numbers and a wacky cast of over-the-top characters. Research Playwrights, Librettists, Composers and Lyricists, See more characters from [5] The tour cast featured Rob McClure (Nick Bottom), Adam Pascal (Shakespeare) and Josh Grisetti (Nigel Bottom). Shakespeare loves the attention from all of his adoring fans and he loves the pleasures that come along with fame. The translation was by Calle Norln. Shylock has become their new investor, though they cannot find a title that would make his role legal. SOMETHING ROTTEN! You have to see the show to understand.) Something Rotten Book By Karey Kirkpatrick and John O'Farrell Music and Lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick Conceived by Karey Kirkpatrick and Wayne Kirkpatrick Directed by: Anthony SanFilippo Parental Advisory: Something Rotten! They then meet up and discuss their love of poetry (I Love the Way). Role: Antagonist (mainly appears in Act 2). http://howlround.com/exploring-gay-panic-humor-in-broadway-s-something-rotten, "This is Stoppard viaShrek, Gilbert & Sullivan viaSouth Park. This story is part of a series of articles spotlighting Thespian troupes and the shows that earned them 2020 International Thespian Festival . When you first meet Nick, you discover that he is a struggling writer who is hidden in the shadow of The Bard, aka Shakespeare. 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"). Come away from that heathen at once. When a soothsayer mistakes Hamlet for Omelette the Musical, chaos ensues, resulting in a very funny conclusion. THIS FEATURE IS ONLY AVAILABLE FOR PRO MEMBERS. In even more desperation, Nick gives all of his savings to Nostradamus asking to know what Shakespeare's greatest hit will be. The book Shakespeare's London: Everyday Life in London 1580-1616 A spy tells him that the brothers are trying to steal Shakespeare's upcoming hit. That it took me so long after adolescence to find humor in my panic over being gay truly is Something Rotten.
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