Need a good musical for All boys school to perform.- Page 3

[GavestonPS]

Posted: 8/21/13 at 8:29pm

Joke IS on you, love. Just read the original post again.

Believe it or not, blaxx, it did occur to me that a 200-boy high school doing an all-male GUYS AND DOLLS was unlikely.

But rather than 50 more posts railing about trolls, I thought, "What if we take the OP at his word? How might we solve his problem? What shows would work?" That struck me as an interesting challenge.

If that makes me the butt of the joke (and it apparently does), that's okay. My hide is pretty tough. I just thought "clueless" was harsh, particularly when I have long been a vocal supporter of your point of view.

But to be very clear: no harm done here. I'm still a fan of your posts.

[raker]

Posted: 8/21/13 at 11:50pm

My all-boys high school did Promises, Promises way back when. A theater lover was born.

[blaxx]

Posted: 8/22/13 at 12:01am

But rather than 50 more posts railing about trolls, I thought, "What if we take the OP at his word? How might we solve his problem? What shows would work?" That struck me as an interesting challenge.

But that's the OP's intention, love. They want you to take them at their word and this becomes a trend.

There's always been socks around here, but if they get out of control, these boards will just go away. It won't be hard for them to take over and before you know it, people would have already found a new Broadway message board that is not plagued by bored trolls.

I think this page has lasted a very long time with serious and committed individuals wanting to discuss Broadway with their particular style. Nothing that is not looked after can last very long.

[ljay889]

Posted: 8/22/13 at 12:13am

I'm hoping most of this trolling will subside soon as elementary school will be back in session.

[carlodowd]

Posted: 8/22/13 at 4:51am

For goodness Sake! I dont see the need for calling me a troll when clearly i just want answers to y question. If anyone is a troll its "Blaxx"

[Minadnan]

Posted: 8/22/13 at 5:16am

I am called a troll even though I am not but I like to think now I am the official not a troll troll if that makes sense. AND NOONE ELSE IS ALLOWED

[henrikegerman]

Posted: 8/22/13 at 6:40am

"No i mean like teenagers aged 12-18 played any parts, the younger students obviously played the females."

Obviously? Do you mean that little Johnny's portrayal of Mme. Thenadier was "obvious" and unoriginal?

Seriously, the only "obvious" thing to me is that your school is - hopefully - not in Russia.

[tazber]

Posted: 8/22/13 at 6:56am

The only obvious thing to me is that the OP doesn't go to school.

Updated On: 8/22/13 at 06:56 AM

[carlodowd]

Posted: 8/22/13 at 8:21am

How do i not go to school?

[g.d.e.l.g.i.]

Posted: 8/22/13 at 8:26am

Hey, ignore the old wags, mate. They've had an onslaught of trolls here lately, and are taking some innocent questions a bit too seriously.

Now, I know this show gets done a lot, so I'm going to get a fair bit of slating for it probably, but Joseph... (yes, he of the "dreamcoat") was originally written for a boys' choir and rock group; it's a show where a little bit of a panto feel never hurt. I think it's worth a shot, given the make-up of your school?

[carlodowd]

Posted: 8/22/13 at 2:39pm

All taught Joseph would be a good idea but the musical director hates that show and said he'd never do it.

[GavestonPS]

Posted: 8/22/13 at 10:45pm

But that's the OP's intention, love. They want you to take them at their word and this becomes a trend.

Fair enough, blaxx.

[Wilmingtom]

Posted: 8/22/13 at 11:02pm

Look at any of the traditional British pantos.

[Rumpelstiltskin]

Posted: 8/23/13 at 9:46am

I think some of us are overreacting here. The OP's story is unusual if we view it through an American cultural lens, but what he describes is pretty common elsewhere. I had Scottish friends describe the same High School experience. Plus, it appears from the video the OP linked in the other thread that he posts under his own name. That's another sign we can take him at his word.

To the OP - I second g.d.e.l.g.i.'s "Joseph . . . dreamcoat" suggestion; it's unfortunate your director has a bias against the show. The only character that is typically played by a female, the narrator, can easily be played by a guy with the appropriate range. However, if you have the opportunity to do the show, I suggest you stay away from the narrator role. Her songs are often a bit screechy in the upper range (even when done by professional actors.) Based on the piece you posted, I don't think that would be a good fit for you at this point in your training. On the other hand, I'd love to hear your take on Joseph. Just factor in the advice from GavestonPS and others who know a lot more than me on the other thread.

I also second the suggestion to do a review. Many high schools do a series of scenes from different shows. You can match the selections to the talent you have available and even include book scenes from musicals or plays. Sometimes it works to make selections that together tell a cohesive story or have a similar theme.

Make sure you let us know how it all works out!