"We look for comedies that are fast-moving and designed for good opportunities to laugh. Throw in Diana, an ambitious, female co-star; Maggie, Max's giddy girlfriend; Julia, a flirty head of the opera guild; and a meddling bellhop fighting for Tito's attention. It was universally acknowledged that he sang like a angel, but apparently he wanted to prove it. Maybe I should wait here. Alas, Tito arrives late, his tempestuous wife Maria has a fit of jealousy, and it remains to be seen whether Saunders' mousy but determined . Still do the performance? Saunders and Max try to block assorted groupies, including an ** opera-singing bellhop, the ambitious opera singer Diana, opera guild president Julia Leverett and Saunders' daughter, Maggie. They're sending two of their men over to keep an eye out. Michelle Madison, as the sexy opera singer Diana who, in a calculated career move tries to bed down Tito, shows deft, comedic timing. Horrified that his wife has left him, Tito goes into a fit of passion and tries to "kill himself" with various non-lethal objects (e.g. Lend Me a Tenorhas been translated into sixteen languages and produced in twenty-five countries. "Men are hard to get in community theater and here are three demanding roles. "- Glendale Theater Examiner. The winner of two Tony Awards and four Drama Desk Awards has. Maggie: 20-29. a classic 1930s ingnue, in love with Max, who . Joyce Luy, as the flamboyant Maria, who makes every entrance and exit memorable with her body moves and stunning red gown, brings the house down whenever she opens her mouth. Maria. Max manages to calm Tito down, and takes the singer into the bedroom, where Tito lies down on the bed for a rest. It was directed by Larry Carpenter. Then Saunders gets a phone call, telling him that the police are downstairs in the lobby. I mean, I just want to be helpful. [11], In 2019 the official licensed performance script was revised by Ken Ludwig, removing all references to Otello and replacing them with Pagliacci.[12][13]. Ken Ludwig has written a crackpot comedy worthy of comic masters Preston Sturges, Billy Wilder or Howard Hawks. Build a site and generate income from purchases, subscriptions, and courses. Ages 12-17: Camp Broadway Ensemble @ Carnegie Hall, Tito Merelli at Please enable JavaScript to experience Vimeo in all of its glory. This page was last edited on 21 September 2022, at 23:34. Skip the announcement, stick a note in the programme The role of Otello will be sung by Albert Rupp. And then if there is anyone still in the audience when he takes his bow, they can stone him to death? Now two clowns are running around in costume and two women are running around in lingerie, each thinking she is with Il Stupendo. Gain full access to show guides, character breakdowns, auditions, monologues and more! A surprise Curtain Call pushes it even further over the edge leaving both cast and audience fatigued from laughter. Use the understudy? The title is a pun on "Lend me a tenner" (i.e., a ten-dollar bill). IBDB (Internet Broadway Database) archive is the official database for Broadway theatre information. Gain full access to show guides, character breakdowns, auditions, monologues and more! Saunders has charged Max with seeing to Merelli's needs, and with getting Merelli to the opera house in time for the performance. Maggie is a fan of Tito Merelli, and hopes to meet him. "- The New York Post, "[A] three-ring circus of chaos involving celebrity worship, backstage shenanigans and mistaken identities. Maggie: (20s to 30s) Max's Girlfriend - pretty, quirky; a young woman who doesn't want to . The angst-free farce "Lend Me A Tenor" was written by Washington attorney Ken Ludwig and produced in 1989 by Andrew Lloyd Webber. Mary Catherine Garrison. Audition Monologue #1 (Female) It's no good you going on. However, Saunders comes up with a plan. New York, NY, Ages 12-17: Camp Broadway Ensemble @ Carnegie Hall Maggie, who is her unsure of her feelings for the suave-less Max, whom she has dated for years, tries to get her hands on the hot-blooded Il Stupendo by hiding in his bedroom closet. Seeking 2 Actor Team for Spring In short, our star for the evening has departed this world in a final gesture of selfishness and deceit unrivaled in the history of comic opera!What? Maria writes Tito a "Dear John" letter, and leaves the hotel. Of course! New York, NY, Linda Ray scenes from TENOR will be used. Join StageAgent today and unlock amazing theatre resources and opportunities. Ages 12-17: Camp Broadway Ensemble @ Carnegie Hall. Henry Saunders -- General Manager of the company -- is beyond stressed about everything turning out right, and insists that his assistant, Max -- a nervous, young fellow and secret tenor extraordinaire -- watch over Titos every move to ensure smooth sailing. Ages 12-17: Camp Broadway Ensemble @ Carnegie Hall. Join StageAgent today and unlock amazing theatre resources and opportunities. Vocal Part: Spoken. The Broadway League is the national trade association for the Broadway industry. 2001 - 2023, The Broadway League, All Rights Reserved. This article is about the play. The musical version, with book and lyrics by Peter Sham and Music by Brad Carroll opened at the Theatre Royal, Plymouth, on September 24 and ran until October 6, 2010, after which it transferred to London's West End on June 15, 2011 and closed on August 6, 2011, despite mostly good reviews but two months of poor ticket sales. New York, NY, Linda Ray Still wearing his Othello costume, Max leaves the hotel suite and runs to find Saunders. When Saunders arrives, Max tearfully tells him that Tito is dead. It was a major challenge to find two very good actors who could sing, even though it's only for a short time.". Five doors, primed for slamming, in a single hotel suite. "We made a conscious decision to stay away from theater that's thought-provoking and asks serious questions," said Steve Moore, president of CCP. Audition Packets are available on the website. "The play allows for that. [10], In 2022, Ludwig adapted a gender-swapped version of the play entitled Lend Me a Soprano which will run at the Alley Theatre in Houston, Texas from September 16 until October 9. Search all monologues from plays. This is ""Lend Me a Tenor" monologue (Maggie)" by Jillian Vitko on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them. Sallie Roberts, as Julia, puts on the voice and air reminiscent of the pretentious society matrons featured prominently in the glamorous and/or screwball films of the 1930s. New York, NY, Accessibility Statement Terms Privacy |StageAgent 2020. IBDB also offers historical information about theatres and various statistics and fun facts related to Broadway. Casting the comedy "Lend Me a Tenor." Production description: "World famous opera singer Tito Mirelli has come to Cleveland to perform. Saunders is furious. Gain full access to show guides, character breakdowns, auditions, monologues and more! Throw in Diana, an ambitious, female co-star; Maggie, Maxs giddy girlfriend; Julia, a flirty head of the opera guild; and a meddling bellhop fighting for Titos attention. They'll start arriving any minute now. When Tito returns to the bedroom, he finds Maria's note. A Broadway revival opened in 2010. Possum Point Players, Tech Crew at . The good-natured Tito encourages the inhibited Max to pursue his operatic ambitions, even offering vocal tips as the two break into a duet, the aria "Do,che nell'alma infondere" from Verdi's "Don Carlo.". Join StageAgent today and unlock amazing theatre resources and opportunities. [7][8] The revival closed its limited run on August 15, 2010. Thanks so much for writing and all the best for your future in acting!Regards,KenFrom Ken Ludwig's Lend Me A Tenor, Act I, Scene 2:SAUNDERS has just discovered that world-famous opera star, Tito Merell, whom patrons of Cleveland Grand Opera have paid large sums of money see perform the role of Otello that evening, is either unconscious or . Monologue from Lend Me a Tenor - YouTube Leigh Anne Hamlin performs one of Maggie's monologues from the play "Lend Me a Tenor" by Ken Ludwig. 2023 Vimeo.com, Inc. All rights reserved. Saunders, the general manager of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company, is primed to welcome world famous, Tito Morelli, Il Stupendo, the greatest tenor of his generation, to appear for one night only as Canio from Pagliacci. . Tito and Max sing a duet together ("Dio, che nell'alma infondere" from Verdi's Don Carlos). Both are from Act II, Scene 3: The first one is at the beginning of the act and begins, "I do much wonder that one man" and the second one is towards the end of Act II and begins, "This can be no trick"From Henry IV, Part 1, I'd suggest Falstaff's speech in Act II, Scene 4, that begins, "If sack and sugar be a fault, God help the wicked. Take a look at our library of free monologues . "Evey lead must be strong," said the Ellicott City resident. To achieve the bold 1930s art deco set of black, white and red and coordinating costumes that add to the production's sleek and elegant effect, costume designer Lindy Davis combed thrift shops and theater companies for authentic period clothing. Tony Shalhoub as Saunders and Brooke Adams as Julia in Lend Me a Tenor. In a frantic attempt to salvage the evening, Saunders persuades Max to get into Morellis Canio costume and fool the audience into thinking hes Il Stupendo. I am very excited that Im making my directorial debut at the Duluth Playhouse with this crazy, crazy show. Saunders tells Max to quickly change out of his Othello costume and makeup, while he goes downstairs to handle the police. And Im doubly excited that its performing on the newly-renovated NorShor stage. Maria returns to the hotel and makes up with the bewildered Tito, while Max manages to step into the bathroom long enough to change out of his Othello costume and wig, and emerge as himself. We don't currently have any monologues from Lend Me a Tenor . . New York, NY, Linda Ray Description Lend Me A Tenor Act I Account 157.55.39.99. College/University, Community Theatre, Professional Theatre, Regional Theatre, Small Cast, Ages 12-17: Camp Broadway Ensemble @ Carnegie Hall. Search all monologues. Lend Me a Tenor has been translated into sixteen languages and produced in twenty-five countries. Make Salome look like The Merry Widow!To ask Ken a question, click here. History Lend Me a Tenor was first presented at the American Stage Festival, Milford, New Hampshire on August 1, 1985. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features Press Copyright Contact us Creators . A sellout crowd and the members of the Cleveland Opera Guild will be at the opera house that evening to see the great Merelli. Ladies and gentlemen Mr. Tito Merelli killed himself this afternoon, thereby depriving many ofa great pleasure. Research Playwrights, Librettists, Composers and Lyricists. Casting "Lend Me a Tenor." Note: All actors must be first-rate farceurs with excellent verbal skills. But Tito arrives sick from overeating and Maria is angry at his flirting and infidelities. Also there is Maggie Saunders, Henry's daughter and Max's sometime girlfriend. Ken Ludwigs Lend Me A Tenor was first presented at the American Stage Festival, Milford, New Hampshire on August 1, 1985, with the following cast: MAX - Walter Bobbie; MAGGIE - Christine Rose; SAUNDERS - George Ede; TITO - Ronald Holgate; MARIA - Judith Roberts; BELLHOP - Joe Palmieri; DIANA - Linda Lee Johnson; JULIA - Bella Jarrett, Directed by Larry Carpenter; Set Design by John Falabella; Costume Design by David Murin; Lighting by John Gisondi. Aurora University Theater. I- I could tell him that you're looking for him. The understudy. "- Desert News, "One of the funniest comedies ever written. "I hope this is helpful. I hope nothing happens. A hotel suite in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1934. a world-famous tenor, known to fans as Il Stupendo, Maggie's father, GM of The Cleveland Grand Opera Company, The Shubert Organization (Philip J. Smith: Chairman; Robert E. Wankel: President), Wendy Federman/Jamie deRoy/Richard Winkler. A musical inside a musical will unfold at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville when. Oh my god. Here are a few of my favorite speeches from those plays:From Hamlet: Act II Sc 2: "Oh what a rouge and peasant slave am I!" Much later (Scene II), Max is unable to wake Tito from his nap. Your blog is such a great reference to have and, of course, provides invaluable insight into someone I've admired for so long.As I was reading your past entries, I saw that someone inquired about your favorite monologues from your works, particularly "Leading Ladies". Gender: Female. Gender: Female. Yes, that's five doors on the stage of the Music Box Theater, where a revival of Ken Ludwig's "Lend Me a Tenor" opened Sunday night. Frantic and on the run from the police, Tito is even more confused when other characters in the play show up to congratulate him on his "magnificent performance" as Othello. Ill have to make an announcement of course. Lend Me a Tenor will have audiences teary-eyed with laughter. MAX, his assistant, suggests that the performance go on as scheduled, with the understudy playing the starring role instead. It's unbelieveable but it's written strongly enough for the audience to suspend disbelief.". Search. The pacing is so fast and the lines so similar, that it's difficult to get the right words out at the right time.". Portrayals Overview; Characters; Videos; Monologues; Scenes; . And from Shakespeare in Hollywood, I would suggest the short monologue by the character Max Reinhardt in Act I, Scene I, page 17 of the Samuel French edition.As for monologues from other sources, I couldn't tell from your email if you were looking for specifically comic pieces, so I've included a range of my favorite monologues from Shakespeare's plays:From Much Ado About Nothing, there are two great monologues by Benedick. I've included this monologue below, since it requires putting three speeches together.2. The two-room set has a sitting room with a sofa and chairs at right and a bedroom at left. Merelli is coming to Cleveland to sing the lead role in a performance of Giuseppe Verdi's Otello. A sensation on Broadway and in Londons West End, this madcap, screwball comedy is guaranteed to leave audiences teary-eyed with laughter. Cedar Street Players, Julia at However, we have dozens of other monologues that you can read. DOWNLOAD PDF . New York, NY, Ages 12-17: Camp Broadway Ensemble @ Carnegie Hall Sign up today to unlock amazing theatre resources and opportunities. The cast included Philip Bosco (Saunders), Victor Garber (Max), Ron Holgate, Tovah Feldshuh (Maria), Caroline Lagerfelt (Diana), Jane Connell (Julia), J. Smith-Cameron (Maggie) and Jeff Brooks (Bellhop).[5][6]. The play's success can be chalked up to its convoluted plot of witty dialogue, quick pacing, dual action and stirring operatic moments. Oh oh oh absolutely. A surprise Curtain Call pushes it even further over the edge leaving both cast and audience fatigued from laughter. The winner of two Tony Awards and four Drama Desk Awards has been translated into 16 languages and turned into a screenplay for Columbia Pictures. Our 700-plus members include theatre owners and operators, producers, presenters, and general managers in North American cities, as well as suppliers of goods and services to the commercial theatre industry. Group rates are available. 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