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Alice’s Adventures
by DAN ROBERTS
In Wonderland and
Behind the Looking Glass
Cast: 12 to 21 players, flexible, mixed
Playing time: 1 hour, 1 act
Order #R-R116 Script: $6.25
Order #R-R117 Piano/vocal score: $8
Order #R-RC17 Production/rehearsal CD: $40
Order #R-RP16 Royalty: $75/$60
All of the wonderfully quirky characters from both of
Lewis Carroll’s classics are combined in one musically
integrated show of five scenes. This simple structure
permits a large or small cast of adults or children to stage
the show. Songs include: “Royal March,” “Mock
Turtle’s Story,” “Lobster Quadrille,” “What Am I
Doing Here?” and more. Each scene is a miniature
play itself and can be rehearsed separately. The sets and
costumes can be limited or elaborate. Thirty-four short
segments of music, both instrumental and vocal, are
included. This musical has been audience tested over
several years. May be performed with live or recorded
music.
Jitterbug Juliet
The One Act Musical
by MARK DISSETTE
music and lyrics by BILL FRANCOEUR
A one act musical celebration
of the jitterbug days
Cast: 6F, 9M, mixed extras
Playing time: 60 minutes, 1 act
Order #R-R320 Script: $6.25
Order #R-R321 Vocal score: $8
Order #R-R322 Piano/conductor score: $15
Order #R-RC19 Production/rehearsal CD: $40
Order #R-RP62 Royalty: $75/$60
One Act Musicals
cD Sampler
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cD Sampler
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A short parody version of Shakespeare’s Romeo and
Juliet. Two young sweethearts are trapped by a silly
inter-family grudge. The Montagues and the Capulets
must share the same stage to perform a Shakespeare
play and jitterbug dancing contest. Several song-anddance
numbers from the full length musical
including: “We Got It All in Our Town,” “Jitterbug
Juliet,” “Think Like a Winner,” “Listen to the
Beat,” “Jump ’n Jive” and “Romeo and Juliet.” A
show that bristles with vitality and is easier to stage than
the full length version.
cD Sampler
Yankee
Doodle
Dandy
by ARTHUR ZAPEL
music and lyrics by
BILL FRANCOEUR
A one act musical comedy spectacular
Cast: 16F, 16M plus dancers and chorus
Playing time: 60 minutes, 1 act
Order #R-R271 Script: $6.25
Order #R-R272 Vocal score: $8
Order #R-R273 Piano/conductor score: $15
Order #R-RC67 Production/rehearsal CD: $40
Order #R-RP71 Royalty: $75/$60
Emily Snooker, great-granddaughter of the town’s
founder tries to force the teens of Snookersville to stage
a phony historical stage show for the town’s centennial.
But Emily’s stuffy plans are thwarted. The angelic spirit
of George M. Cohan revisits earth and helps the teens
produce a terrific song-and-dance show with many
original rock tunes, Western ballads, ragtime and
many George M. Cohan favorites: “Yankee Doodle
Dandy,” “Give My Regards to Broadway” and
“You’re a Grand Old Flag.” There are parts for a
chorus line, solo dancers, guitar players and comics. Lots
of stage action.
(full length musical version on page 8)
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A Midsummer Night’s Dream
or Puck’s Lullaby
book by GARY PETERSON
music by LARRY NESTOR
A musical version of
Shakespeare’s classic comedy
Cast: 24 or more actors, flexible, mixed
Playing time: 45 to 60 minutes, 1 act
Order #R-R238 Script: $6.25
Order #R-R239 Vocal score: $8
Order #R-R240 Piano/conductor score: $15
Order #R-RC78 Production/rehearsal CD: $40
Order #R-RP38 Royalty: $75/$60
cD Sampler
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Possibly the best version ever to introduce young
audiences and performers to the joys of Shakespeare.
This, the Bard’s most delightful comedy, is made even
more delightful with the addition of music. In less than
an hour Puck takes us along on a trail of mischief as he
uses love potions and shenanigans to entangle all the
lovers in hilarious situations. The enchanting songs,
ballads and lullabies give the story a consistent mood
and the charm of modern love lyrics. Songs include:
“Welcome,” “Irresistible,” “Lullaby” and more.
The large cast permits many to participate in a wide
variety of roles. This shortened version gives the story
a sharper focus and makes it less formidable to stage.
The Shakespearean dialog is still present but is
simplified for easier understanding.
(available as a non-musical version on page 49)