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Once Upon a Mattress is a hilarious twist on the classic fairy tale "The Princess and the Pea." The story follows Prince Dauntless, who can't marry until he finds a true princess. However, his domineering mother, Queen Agravain, has set the bar impossibly high with a series of ridiculous tests for any potential suitor.
Enter Princess Winnifred, a bold and athletic woman who arrives dripping wet after swimming the moat. Unfazed by the Queen's outlandish challenges, Winnifred tackles them all with a healthy dose of sarcasm and unconventional methods. Through their witty banter and clashing personalities, a spark ignites between Winnifred and Prince Dauntless. The show's highlight is the famous "Sensitive Test," where Winnifred must sleep on a massive pile of mattresses, with a single pea hidden beneath.
This wacky musical is packed with catchy songs, witty dialogue, and slapstick humor. It celebrates individuality, challenges societal expectations of princesses, and reminds us that true love can blossom in the most unexpected places.
Tony Awards and Nominations for Once Upon a Mattress
| Year | Category | |
|---|---|---|
| 1960 | Best Musical | |
| 1997 | Best Revival of a Musical |
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Central City Opera's 2024 Summer Festival
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I Left My Heart: A Salute to the Music of Tony Bennett
Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre (8/30 - 9/28) | |
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DANCE NATION
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Aurora Fox (6/1 - 6/23) | |
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Hedwig and the Angry Inch with pre-show by Jessica L'Whor
Herman’s Hideaway Rock Club (8/1 - 8/17) | |
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The Dads Comedy Show
Chaos Bloom Theater (1/19 - 6/21)
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