A Life Worthy of Musicalization

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A Life Worthy of Musicalization

Posted: 11/18/08 at 6:24pm

Hey All -

So, my latest pet project is to pen a show based on 'the story of a life'. I pose the question: "If you could choose one person (or) pairing/group of persons who's life/lives you'd want to see musicalized, who would it be?" With ROAD SHOW taking shape as of late, and so much happening in the world today, I feel greatly inspired to throw my hat in the ring and spin a tale of my own - Be it a historically based, modern marvel, whomever. My friends, I welcome any and all suggestions. Many thanks!

Best,
- Mike

#2

re: A Life Worthy of Musicalization

Posted: 11/18/08 at 6:27pm

Give it a couple of years, and I think Obama might be worthy...

As a straight male into theater, I can't help but think Hugh Hefner's life would make for a hell of a musical...

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re: A Life Worthy of Musicalization

Posted: 11/18/08 at 6:35pm

jason f I second that hugh hefner opinion. Seriously think of all the phenominally talented, very hot broadway actresses that could be highered to be bunnies.

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#4

re: A Life Worthy of Musicalization

Posted: 11/18/08 at 6:38pm

I still think there is a good production waiting to be found using Marilyn Monroe's life. I know there was already a musical about her, but it was less than stellar and didn't do her fascinating life justice.

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re: A Life Worthy of Musicalization

Posted: 11/18/08 at 6:39pm

My sister and I have been working on one about Aaron Burr that's a parody of Sweeney Todd.

He did some CRAZY things, not just the duel with Hamilton.

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In my pants, she has burst like the music of angels, the light of the sun! --Marius Pantsmercy

#6

re: A Life Worthy of Musicalization

Posted: 11/18/08 at 7:26pm

Six 1/2: the Hugh Hefner story (unfortunately, not Nine!)

#7

re: A Life Worthy of Musicalization

Posted: 11/18/08 at 7:31pm

The life of Mrs Roxy. The poor woman is attactive, intelligent and articulate. Unfortunately she's married to a man who is a complete disappointment in every aspect of his being. I shake my head in sorrow every time I think of what a vibrant life she COULD be having.

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#8

re: A Life Worthy of Musicalization

Posted: 11/18/08 at 7:32pm

We already have "Evita..."

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In my pants, she has burst like the music of angels, the light of the sun! --Marius Pantsmercy

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re: A Life Worthy of Musicalization

Posted: 11/18/08 at 7:34pm

Disappointment?

Don't speak of yourself so harshly. You have to have some redeeming value although off the top of my head I cannot think of any.

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#10

re: A Life Worthy of Musicalization

Posted: 11/18/08 at 7:37pm

I'm lost. Who's Mr. and Mrs. Roxy?

#11

re: A Life Worthy of Musicalization

Posted: 11/18/08 at 7:38pm

Mr. Roxy is hovering just above you. I assume Mrs. Roxy is his wife.

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In my pants, she has burst like the music of angels, the light of the sun! --Marius Pantsmercy

#12

re: A Life Worthy of Musicalization

Posted: 11/18/08 at 7:38pm

Me & the Mrs

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#13

re: A Life Worthy of Musicalization

Posted: 11/18/08 at 7:46pm

I think Princess Diana is worthy.

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I may not know a lot about theater but I know that I love it.

#14

re: A Life Worthy of Musicalization

Posted: 11/18/08 at 8:32pm

Mother Teresa

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#15

re: A Life Worthy of Musicalization

Posted: 11/18/08 at 8:38pm

Frida Kahlo. I know they already made a movie, but she had a crazy life.

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Oh, and I almost forgot to mention...I'm the good cop, he's the bad cop.

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re: A Life Worthy of Musicalization

Posted: 11/18/08 at 8:41pm

Mother Theresa

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#17

re: A Life Worthy of Musicalization

Posted: 11/18/08 at 8:42pm

Howard Hughes?

#18

re: A Life Worthy of Musicalization

Posted: 11/18/08 at 8:55pm

Gandhi.

although, seriously? Princess Diana isn't a bad suggestion.

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re: A Life Worthy of Musicalization

Posted: 11/18/08 at 9:14pm

Stephen Fry...A West End show, obviously.

#20

re: A Life Worthy of Musicalization

Posted: 11/18/08 at 9:29pm

I second Howard Hughes.

#21

re: A Life Worthy of Musicalization

Posted: 11/18/08 at 11:02pm

Please, by all means, keep 'em coming!

These are lovely suggestions!

#22

re: A Life Worthy of Musicalization

Posted: 11/18/08 at 11:07pm

Marie Antoinette? but that may be a bit too old... but i think the score for that could be really good (unlike the most recent movie.. gross)

#23

re: A Life Worthy of Musicalization

Posted: 11/18/08 at 11:51pm

Please, keep the suggestions rollin'...
This is great stuff - I'd certainly love more!

#24

re: A Life Worthy of Musicalization

Posted: 11/19/08 at 1:18am

Ayn Rand. But don't share it.

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#25

re: A Life Worthy of Musicalization

Posted: 11/19/08 at 1:21am

That's almost as horrifying as 'Upton Sinclair'.

Let's aim for legit suggestions here, please. LoL