Spring 2013 – The Drowsy Chaperone
“The Drowsy Chaperone” is a play within a play. A theatre fan, known only as “Man in Chair”, is a loner stuck in his apartment. His only joy is listening to a recording of his favourite 1920′s musical, “The Drowsy Chaperone”. As he listens to the recording, the characters and music in the play come to life and his apartment is transformed into a broadway stage. Hilarity and mayhem ensues as the zany and over-the-top characters play out the plot.
The Drowsy Chaperone debuted in 1998 at The Rivoli in Toronto and opened on Broadway on 1 May 2006. The show won the Tony Award for Best Book and Best Score. The show has had major productions in Toronto, Los Angeles, New York, London, and Japan, as well as two North American tours.
Directed by | Matt Dufresne |
Music & Lyrics | Lisa Lambert Greg Morrison |
Book | Bob Martin Don McKellar |
Role | Character Description and Name of Actor |
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Man in Chair | Played by Donna Balkan. This role is the focus of the play, and the entire musical takes place in his/her head. |
Underling | Played by Bruce Buie. Underling is the butler to Mrs. Tottendale. |
Tottendale | Played by Karen Germundson. Understudy: Ruth Knapp. Tottendale is a forgetful and slightly senile socialite. The musical takes place in her house. |
Robert | Played by Stefan Kohut. Robert is the groom, and more than a little full of himself. |
George | Played by Paul LeDuc. George is the harried best man. His job is to make the wedding go smoothly. |
Feldzeig | Played by Lee Powell. As the producer of the Feldzeig Follies, his job is to keep his star performer performing. |
Kitty | Played by Lisa Maranta. Understudy: Kellie Shrimpton. Kitty is a ditzy star wannabe, and will stop at nothing to get there. |
G1 | Played by Tara Smith. As “Gangster 1”, he needs to keep Feldzeig in check. As his alter ego, a pastry chef, he just wants to dance. |
G2 | Played by Judy Puritt. G1’s partner. They are nearly indistinguishable. |
Aldolpho | Played by Nathan Dufresne. The latin lover. |
Janet | Played by Jennifer Boucher. Understudy: Nikki Bureau. Janet is the Bride, and the star of Feldzeig Follies. |
Drowsy | Played by Kirsten Carroll Somoza. Understudy: Tracy Trottier. Drowsy is the bride’s chaperone, but may not be up to the job. |
Trix | Played by Nikki Bureau. Understudy: Norma-Jean Chapman. Trix is short for Aviatrix, or female pilot. |
Super | Played by Curtis Blair. He is the superintendent of the the apartment building where “man in chair” lives. |
Chorus | Heather Maranta, Mandy Sauve, Ruth Knapp, Kellie Shrimpton, Tracy Trottier, Alicia Puritt, Morgan O’Dell & Norma-Jean Chapman. |
The Drowsy Chaperone will feature a talented orchestra composed of local West Carleton and Ottawa musicians. The play features a lively and entertaining musical score — sure to please audiences of all ages.
Instrument/Role | Name |
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Trombone | Robert Thompson |
Flute | Crystal Payne |
Clarinet | Carol Bode |
Trumpet | Christine Ritchie |
Upright Bass | David Hamilton |
Saxophone | Megan Postin |
Drums | Bill Burton |
Keyboard | Emily Craven |
Percussion | Jessica Wood |
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