The Glorious Ones
- A New Musical JEFF RECOMMENDED!
by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty
Directed by Stephen M. Genovese
Music Direction by Nick Sula
Produced by Thomas J. Samorian
Playing at
BoHo Theatre @ Heartland Studio
October 16, 2009 through
November 22, 2009
(show added!)
- A New Musical JEFF RECOMMENDED!
by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty
Directed by Stephen M. Genovese
Music Direction by Nick Sula
Produced by Thomas J. Samorian
Playing at
BoHo Theatre @ Heartland Studio
October 16, 2009 through
November 22, 2009
(show added!)
Copyright © 2009 BoHo Theatre All Rights Reserved
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A jolly group of itinerant actors sing of themselves in The Glorious Ones, a new musical about the roistering life of the clowns who paved the streets of 16th-century Italy with sight gags and sex jokes. Based on the novel by Francine Prose, the musical tells how the troupe came to be and how it captured the public's adoration with its bawdy comedy, before changing artistic fashion altered its life.
With buoyant music by Stephen Flaherty and a bawdy book and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens (both of Ragtime and Once on this Island fame), the show mixes the lowdown pratfalls of commedia dell’arte with the rosy sentimentality of classic American musical comedy. It encourages sniggers in one scene, as we watch the players perform classic comic sketches on a scrappy wooden stage, and sympathy in the next, when we sneak behind the scenes to lend an ear to their hopes, fears and heartaches.
Its seven archetypal characters are -- the charismatic leading man , the sly harlequin , the quack "dottore", the old miser , the voluptuous leading lady , the devoted dwarf , and the elegant Moon Woman.
BoHo is elated and proud to present the regional premiere of this fantastic new musical.
For tickets, call the box office at
866-811-4111 or click
HERE to order online
With buoyant music by Stephen Flaherty and a bawdy book and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens (both of Ragtime and Once on this Island fame), the show mixes the lowdown pratfalls of commedia dell’arte with the rosy sentimentality of classic American musical comedy. It encourages sniggers in one scene, as we watch the players perform classic comic sketches on a scrappy wooden stage, and sympathy in the next, when we sneak behind the scenes to lend an ear to their hopes, fears and heartaches.
Its seven archetypal characters are -- the charismatic leading man , the sly harlequin , the quack "dottore", the old miser , the voluptuous leading lady , the devoted dwarf , and the elegant Moon Woman.
BoHo is elated and proud to present the regional premiere of this fantastic new musical.
For tickets, call the box office at
866-811-4111 or click
HERE to order online
BoHo SEASON
SUBSCRIPTIONS
Get ALL FOUR of our 2009/2010 shows for $65 -a savings of $20
That's like getting one show for FREE!
-- The Glorious Ones --
-- I Am My Own Wife --
-- Hello Again --
-- Ghosts --
Please join us for what is sure to be
our best season yet!
For more info, click HERE or
call 773-791-2393
SUBSCRIPTIONS
Get ALL FOUR of our 2009/2010 shows for $65 -a savings of $20
That's like getting one show for FREE!
-- The Glorious Ones --
-- I Am My Own Wife --
-- Hello Again --
-- Ghosts --
Please join us for what is sure to be
our best season yet!
For more info, click HERE or
call 773-791-2393
Check it out!
BoHo is getting a
revamp!
Our lobby is getting a facelift, and so is our website.
After 4 years with the "brown and orange," we thought it was time to spruce up our lobby with a fresh coat of paint and some new graphics. Then we said "why not the website too?"
Check back often to see when our new website launches! It will have a new look, better functionality (navigation anyone?), and some brand new features!
Surf back VERY soon to check it out!
BoHo is getting a
revamp!
Our lobby is getting a facelift, and so is our website.
After 4 years with the "brown and orange," we thought it was time to spruce up our lobby with a fresh coat of paint and some new graphics. Then we said "why not the website too?"
Check back often to see when our new website launches! It will have a new look, better functionality (navigation anyone?), and some brand new features!
Surf back VERY soon to check it out!
The rumors are true!
BoHo will (eventually) be a resident at Theatre Wit
We say "eventually" because the space is still under construction and will be for some time. We've chosen to perform our full 2009/2010 season in our current space at 7016 North Glenwood regardless of when the Theatre Wit space is ready. Why? Well, WE LOVE ROGER'S PARK for one. AND we love our current space -so much so that we are maintaining our presence there even after we move by using it for special events, rehearsals, and as a venue for other up-and-coming theatre companies to perform. Why the move? We sell out seats so quickly in our current 31-seat configuration that we end up turning people away from out shows ...we HATE that! The new space will allow up to 99 people to attend. In the meantime, we are excited to see you at our next production in Roger's Park ... and while you're there, check out the other amazing companies bringing top-notch theatre to the Glenwood Avenue Arts District:
The Side Project Lifeline Theatre Theo Ubique
and, as always, don't forget to visit these fantastic eateries: Gruppo Di Amici, Charmer's Cafe, Morseland, and OF COURSE
Heartland Cafe!
We thank you for your support, and for supporting live theatre in Roger's Park!
BoHo will (eventually) be a resident at Theatre Wit
We say "eventually" because the space is still under construction and will be for some time. We've chosen to perform our full 2009/2010 season in our current space at 7016 North Glenwood regardless of when the Theatre Wit space is ready. Why? Well, WE LOVE ROGER'S PARK for one. AND we love our current space -so much so that we are maintaining our presence there even after we move by using it for special events, rehearsals, and as a venue for other up-and-coming theatre companies to perform. Why the move? We sell out seats so quickly in our current 31-seat configuration that we end up turning people away from out shows ...we HATE that! The new space will allow up to 99 people to attend. In the meantime, we are excited to see you at our next production in Roger's Park ... and while you're there, check out the other amazing companies bringing top-notch theatre to the Glenwood Avenue Arts District:
The Side Project Lifeline Theatre Theo Ubique
and, as always, don't forget to visit these fantastic eateries: Gruppo Di Amici, Charmer's Cafe, Morseland, and OF COURSE
Heartland Cafe!
We thank you for your support, and for supporting live theatre in Roger's Park!
What critics are
saying about
The Glorious Ones
"With song after song and scene after scene, we are drawn in by this completely engaging and endearing cast, each and everyone delivering outstanding work. The Glorious Ones is heavy on emotional connection and generous with delight. Director Stephen Genovese and Musical Director Nick Sula have crafted a stunning production that thoroughly engages as it sweeps you away." -Venus Zarris, Chicago Stage Review
"The "American Idol"-worthy ballad called "My Body Wasn't Why" has a courtesan-turned-actress (played by a delightful Danni Smith) sing of the moment when her lover finally saw her as something more than a sex object. There is an entire world's worth of ideas about sexuality and love contained in that one song." -Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune
For reservations and info, click
HERE
or call 866-811-4111
saying about
The Glorious Ones
"With song after song and scene after scene, we are drawn in by this completely engaging and endearing cast, each and everyone delivering outstanding work. The Glorious Ones is heavy on emotional connection and generous with delight. Director Stephen Genovese and Musical Director Nick Sula have crafted a stunning production that thoroughly engages as it sweeps you away." -Venus Zarris, Chicago Stage Review
"The "American Idol"-worthy ballad called "My Body Wasn't Why" has a courtesan-turned-actress (played by a delightful Danni Smith) sing of the moment when her lover finally saw her as something more than a sex object. There is an entire world's worth of ideas about sexuality and love contained in that one song." -Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune
For reservations and info, click
HERE
or call 866-811-4111