“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
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
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