Grumpy Old Men -- The Musical ?????
Posted by MargoChanning 2005-07-08 15:41:36.0

From Playbill.com:

"Producer Jeff Gardner has secured the rights to the 1993 hit movie "Grumpy Old Men" and hopes to turn the property into a stage musical and bring it to Broadway in spring 2008, Variety reported.

Gardner, an actor whose credits include The Wild Party, is new to the producing game. He previously produced Night Out in San Diego.

Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau had a late career hit with "Grumpy Old Men," in which they played two crotchety neighbors whose intense dislike for each other only grows when they begin competing for the affections of sexy new neighbor Ann-Margret. The film produced a sequel, "Grumpier Old Men," in 1995.

"Grumpy Old Men" is only the latest film property to be developed into a musical. Other titles on their way to Broadway include "Legally Blonde," "Moonstruck," "Ball of Fire," "The Wedding Singer," "Heartbreakers," "Those Lips, Those Eyes," "The Thomas Crown Affair" and "Mermaids."

http://www.playbill.com/news/article/93937.html

Ya know Margo, I just read that about 5 minutes ago! Scary huh? I wonder if Ann-Margret will reprise her role in musical fashion?

I love that movie, specially the dad whos like 100 who'll only eat bacon and drink beer. I hope Im that funny when I get old.

the second one was funnier...

It is Sueleen's big chance!
Sueleen and Etoile!
Dollypop can be Sueleen's understudy.

will it ever END!!!! I truly hope that this is NOT what Broadway will become. That's why "Light in the Piazza" is so refreshing!!!

I guess it could be a great vehicle for a couple of veteran actors. George Hearn? John Cullum? Joel Grey? Alan Alda?

And in 25 years when it's revived -- Lane and Broderick.

10 to 1 Yaz gets asked to write the score!

Oh .. NO. The movie to musical thing must stop. Like, The Wedding Singer and The First Wives Club, okay .. but Grumpy Old Men? We needn't have anyone have a heart attack on stage.

Daniel Davis and DP?

NO Daniel Davis!

No one wants to work with him any more

He was good as Niles on The Nanny. That's about it.

Diva,
It is called GRUMPY Old Men.

Dear delusional Corine, what big chance? Not everyone's aspirations are the same as yours.

Etoile honey,
You are perfect!

Dick Latessa can hopefully return to Broadway for this one.

Akiva

p.s...Why do I predict that Natahn Lane and Mathew Broderick will be paired up for this in a revival in like 30 years?

NOOOOO more movies turned into musicals- cripe~!

Dick Latessa would have a hard time. He is so sweet.
Big stretch.
How about Jackie Mason and Dick Latessa?

Jackie Mason?! I would rather slit my wrists then to hear him croak out a song!

D-
I was kidding.

I'd LOVE to see Daniel Davis in this. I think he'd be great in the Jack Lemmon role.

(I can still like him from the audience Diva. OK?)

"will it ever END!!!! I truly hope that this is NOT what Broadway will become. That's why "Light in the Piazza" is so refreshing!!! "

Sorry, MusicalDirector...THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA was both a novel AND a movie before it became a musical.

"Grumpy Old Men" is a classic and, if done right, would make a killer musical.

I don't think GRUMPY OLD MEN is considered a classic dear.

Maybe not by you, hun.

It hasn't been around long enough to be a classic. I don't know of anyone who would consider it a classic.

No ONE person decides what is a classic and what isn't. Everyone has their own opinion. And I know plenty of people who do consider it a classic.

Are these people adults?

Both adults and teenagers.

Main Entry: [2]classic
Function: noun
Date: 1711
1 : a literary work of ancient Greece or Rome
2 a : a work of enduring excellence; also : its author b : an authoritative source
3 : a typical or perfect example
4 : a traditional event

Main Entry: [1]clas·sic
Pronunciation: 'kla-sik
Function: adjective
Etymology: French or Latin; French classique, from Latin classicus of the highest class of Roman citizens, of the first rank, from classis
Date: circa 1604
1 a : serving as a standard of excellence : of recognized value b : TRADITIONAL, ENDURING c : characterized by simple tailored lines in fashion year after year
2 : of or relating to the ancient Greeks and Romans or their culture : CLASSICAL
3 a : historically memorable b : noted because of special literary or historical associations
4 a : AUTHENTIC, AUTHORITATIVE b : TYPICAL
5 : capitalized : of or relating to the period of highest development of Mesoamerican and especially Mayan culture about A.D. 300-900


So, tell me again how the film GRUMPY OLD MEN is a classic? Hmmmm...

Classic or Not-Classic, with the right two actors, it could be a lot of fun. I agree with Margo and Mamie: George Hearn, John Cullum, Joel Grey, Alan Alda, Daniel Davis - all good names.I'd love to see Ann Margaret reprise her role, too. Or there are any number of wonderful women "of a certain age" who would be knockouts.

WTF is wrong with you? It's a matter of opinion. I have nothing to prove to you...especially since you haven't even been on this board for a month.

People have their own likes, dislikes, and opinions. This is mine. Deal with it.

I will take a pass on this one

We go from Oklahoma to this

Jeff may be new to the producing business, but he is one funny character actor. His show is called "Legends of Vaudville"
His Jimmy Durante is royal. He just appeared with Neil Berg's "100 yrs. of Bd'w" at Lenape PAC, Marlton last week. Liked him so much I hope to work with him very soon. Wishing him all the best with his "grumpy" project.

http://www.jeffgardner.net

The only thing I would be worried about is the demographic this show would appeal to. In my opinion, it wouldn't appeal to a very broad one. But hey, some shows surprise you. I mean, when I went to see Altar Boyz with my mom and my sister, there were quite a few older people in my section of the pit .. so you never know, I guess.

How about Grumpy Old Altar Boyz? This will broaden its appeal

I give up!