The Drowsy Chaperone at Schaumburg Park District

Dates: (6/28/2024 - 6/30/2024 )

Theatre:

Schaumburg Park District

235 E Beech Dr
Schaumburg,IL 60193

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The Drowsy Chaperone is a hilarious and meta-theatrical musical that injects a dose of nostalgia and playful satire into the world of classic Broadway musicals. It follows Man in Chair, a reclusive musical fanatic obsessed with a long-forgotten 1928 show called "The Drowsy Chaperone." As he listens to the cast recording, the characters and music of "The Drowsy Chaperone" magically come to life in his living room.

The plot of "The Drowsy Chaperone" itself is a whirlwind of romantic entanglements, mistaken identities, and over-the-top drama. We meet a naive ingenue named Janet, a dashing (but perpetually shirtless) hero named Robert, a suspicious chaperone named Mrs. Tottendale, a hilariously flamboyant Latin lover named Adolphe, and a sassy and cynical showgirl named Kitty.

Through Man in Chair's witty narration and interjections, the audience is aware of the absurdity of the situations unfolding within the "show within a show." The musical pokes fun at classic musical tropes while celebrating their charm. The catchy score blends classic musical styles with unexpected influences like jazz and klezmer, adding to the playful and unpredictable atmosphere. Ultimately, The Drowsy Chaperone is a love letter to the golden age of musicals, delivered with a wink and a smile.

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What shows are coming up next at Schaumburg Park District?

The Drowsy Chaperone (6/28/24-6/30/24)

What shows have played recently at Schaumburg Park District?

Disney's Finding Nemo Jr. (3/14/24-3/17/24)
Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical Jr (3/16/23-3/19/23)
Disney's Beauty And The Beast Jr (8/16/22-8/16/23)
Into The Woods Jr (6/9/22-6/12/22)
Mamma Mia! (7/16/20-7/19/20)
Shrek The Musical Jr (3/19/20-3/22/20)
Grease (7/18/19-7/21/19)
MARY POPPINS JR (3/14/18-3/14/19)
DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID JR (3/9/18-3/11/18)
DISNEY'S ALADDIN JR (3/10/17-3/12/17)

Where is Schaumburg Park District located?

Schaumburg Park District is at 235 E Beech Dr, Schaumburg, IL.

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