NSMT in MA announces 2007 season.

[Princeton78]

Posted: 9/18/06 at 8:02am

All I can say is BOOOORRRRRIIING!
(And I'm guessing the musical they can't announce is Les Miserables)

THE 2007 MUSICAL THEATER SEASON
Crazy For You
April 24 – May 13, 2007
Who Could Ask for Anything More?
Join us as we kick off NSMT’s 2007 season with this dazzling tap musical in the style of our hit production of Singin’ in the Rain. Audiences will delight in the adventures of a stage-struck New York City playboy in a Nevada mining town — where romance, mistaken identities, and show-stopping musical numbers all add up to irresistible fun. Winner of three 1992 Tony® Awards, including Best Musical, this zany comedy is filled with high-energy singing and dancing and hilarious plot twists. Featuring classic Gershwin songs like “Embraceable You,” “I Got Rhythm,” and “Someone to Watch Over Me,” who could ask for anything more?
Music by George Gershwin. Lyrics by Ira Gershwin. Book by Ken Ludwig.
Co-conceived by Ken Ludwig & Mike Okrent.
Inspired by material by Guy Bolton & John McGowan.

Seven Brides For Seven Brothers
May 29 – June 17, 2007
A Rambunctious Musical Love Story — Times Seven!
When she recited her marriage vows, Milly never realized she would find herself in the wilds of 1850’s Oregon, with six rowdy brothers-in-law as roommates. It doesn’t take long for her to whip this rough and tumble group of boys into shape, and soon, all the brothers can think about is finding wives of their own. But Millie’s plan backfires after the boys decide to kidnap six women from the local town to be their brides. Based on the MGM blockbuster film, this audience favorite is filled with daredevil dancing and features a rip-roaring score including “Wonderful, Wonderful Day,” “Bless Your Beautiful Hide” and “Sobbin’ Women.”
Book by David Landay and Lawrence Kasha. Lyrics by Al Kasha and Johnny Mercer. Music by Gene de Paul and Joel Hirschhorn.
Co-Produced with Theater Under The Stars and Paper Mill Playhouse.

High School Musical
July 3 – July 22, 2007
The Disney sensation comes to NSMT!
NSMT is proud to bring you and your family this New England premiere musical event based on the Disney Channel Original Movie (and the #1 best-selling CD of 2006!). Gabriella, a shy, brainy new student and Troy, the captain of the basketball team, discover a shared love for singing when they meet at a karaoke contest and decide to audition for the leads in their high school’s musical. Can they compete with Sharpay and Ryan, the school’s theater stars? And can they keep this newfound passion for music, and each other, alive?
Book by David Simpatico
Songs by Matthew Gerrard, Robbie Nevil, Ray Cham, Greg Cham, Andrew Seeley, Randy Petersen, Kevin Quinn, Andy Dodd, Adam Watts, Bryan Louiselle, David N. Lawrence, Faye Greenberg and Jamie Houston
Music Adapted, Arranged and Produced by Bryan Louiselle
Based on a Disney Channel Original Movie written by Peter Barsocchini

The Three Musketeers
August 21 – September 9, 2007
The Musical for One and for All!
One of the greatest adventure stories of all time explodes onto the NSMT stage! This classic tale is now a swashbuckling new musical, with music by George Stiles, award-winning composer of NSMT’s 2000 production of Honk! and Broadway’s upcoming Mary Poppins. NSMT partners with the prestigious Chicago Shakespeare Theatre to present the timeless coming-of-age story of young D’Artagnan as he joins forces with Athos, Aramis and Porthos to battle the malicious cardinal and save France. En garde!
Music by George Stiles, Lyrics by Paul Leigh. Book by Peter Raby.
Co-Produced with Chicago Shakespeare Theatre.

Forever Plaid
September 18 – October 7, 2007
The Most Happening Group in Town!
You’ve heard of the Four Freshmen and the Lettermen — but wait until you hear the Plaids! This comedy hit follows the Plaids, a fictional 1950’s boy band, who have been miraculously brought together for one last performance. These boys will leave you with a song in your heart as they perform hit after hit, including “Three Coins in a Fountain,” “Catch a Falling Star,” “Magic Moments,” and “Day-O.” With brilliant harmonies, outlandish choreography, and witty humor Forever Plaid will put a smile on everyone’s face.
Book by Stuart Ross. Music and Lyrics by Various Artists.
Musical Continuity Supervision and Arrangements by James Raitt.

A Blockbuster Broadway Musical
October 23 – November 11, 2007
This epic show revolutionized the Broadway musical and became the biggest international theatrical phenomenon of the past two decades. Due to contract requirements and a new production on Broadway this fall, we can’t tell you the title just yet.

[singtopher]

Posted: 9/18/06 at 9:31am

"All I can say is BOOOORRRRRIIING!
(And I'm guessing the musical they can't announce is Les Miserables) "

My sentiments exactly.

[ShuQ]

Posted: 9/18/06 at 10:19am

Is it possible that the musical they can't announce is actually A Chorus Line?

[Princeton78]

Posted: 9/18/06 at 10:48am

They just did that show less than 5 years ago.
Ever seen ACL in the round?
It ain't pretty.

[mrs felciano]

Posted: 9/18/06 at 1:55pm

Oh gross.

They are also putting on Hairspray. I saw it advertised in a program from another theatre. I can't picture that in the round at all.

[Aaron27]

Posted: 9/18/06 at 2:01pm

IF they can pull off Miss Saigon in the round then Hairspray is no problem. I can't wait for it. Unfortunately, I won't be seeing anything next season...YAWN

[folkyboy]

Posted: 9/18/06 at 3:19pm

that setup is kind of lame. i'm kind of excited for Seven Brides though. i know that show is cheesy but i love it

[Yero]

Posted: 9/18/06 at 3:25pm

Lame, but I think the last one is Les Mis, because there was a person who posted here from NSMT, and he mentioned something about Les Mis sometime in 2007-2008.

[Flaunt It]

Posted: 9/18/06 at 4:54pm

I dont think it is so much boring as it is NOT EXCITING.

It is the typical NSMT. A few classics, few new works, a few contemporary titles. 3 premiers in there though, thats kind of cool. I think "Forever Plaid" is what makes the season feel lack-luster and Crazy For You is WAY overdone in this area. However as a long time subscriber.. I know the titles we see proposed in the fall are not always the titles they oficially announce in the spriing. This is just the proposed season to get subscribers in and renewed.

And CHORUS LINE was in 1999 ... 8 seasons ago.


Updated On: 9/18/06 at 04:54 PM