Gay Men's Chorus Presents: HOW TO SUCCEED With LGBT CAST

By: Jan. 24, 2017
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The Gay Men's Chorus of Washington, DC is breaking ground as they announce their production of the classic musical "How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying" with an LGBT twist. The two leading roles will be performed by males, instead of the typical heterosexual love story. Also including several female guest artists and one transgender performer. The production will premiere at the Lincoln Theatre in our nation's capital on March 10, 11 & 12, 2017 at located at 1215 U Street NW. This is the first LGBT production of "How To Succeed" to date.

The production will be directed by GMCW Artistic Director Thea Kano, with music direction by Jason Sherlock, and choreography by Craig Cipollini. The concept for this version is by the late John Moran.

How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying tells the story of J. Pierrepont Finch and his rise to the top of the corporate ladder with the aid of a simple self-help book. Along the way, he learns how to find your name on the door and win the secretary's heart quicker than you can say "nepotism."

The book for the musical was written by Abe Burrows, Jack Weinstock and Willie Gibert and is based on the book by Shepherd Mead. Music and lyrics are by Frank Loesser (composer of Guys & Dolls and The Most Happy Fella). The show was originally produced on Broadway by Cy Feuer and Ernest H. Martin in association with Frank Productions. GMCW's production is produced through special arrangement with Music Theatre International.

Famous songs like "I Believe in You," "Happy to Keep His Dinner Warm" and "Brotherhood of Man." all appear in their original composition, just with a little more glitter!

The Gay Man's Chorus of Washington, DC is celebrating its 36th season by a selection of dynamic and socially-relevant material. Having over 250 singing members, two vocal ensembles, 100 support volunteers, 400 subscribers, 500 donors, and an annual audience of 10,000 they have made quite the impact on the DC artistic community.

Ticket prices range from $25 to $65 and can be purchased by calling 1-877-435-9849, online at GMCW.org or in person at the 9:30 Club box office, located at 815 V Street NW. Box office hours are 12-7pm Monday to Friday.



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