DavisMusical
Theatre
Company
Davis
Sunday, September 8, 2019 at 7:30pm
or
Monday, September 9, 2019 at 7:30pm
Callbacks: Tuesday, September 10, 2019 at 8:00pm
Directed by Jan Isaacson
Choreographed by Jan Isaacson
Opens Friday, November 1, 2019
This show is presented at no charge as it is a limited production due to our situation of an emergency venue change. Please note, we are BACK AT DMTC!!!!
Speculated by many to be the greatest of all American musicals, Gypsy tells the story of the dreams and efforts of one hungry, powerhouse of a woman, Mama Rose, to get her two daughters into show business. Gypsy is loosely based on the 1957 memoir of famous Burlesque artist Gypsy Rose Lee, The memoir and the musical focus on the story of Gypsy Rose Lee’s mother, Rose, and earned Rose a place in the theatrical and literary canon as the quintessential, archetypal “Stage Mother.” The musical features songs that have become standards of the musical theatre canon, including “Some People,” “Let Me Entertain You,” “Rose’s Turn,” and the show-stopping, “Everything’s Coming Up Roses”. Gypsy is famous for helping launch lyricist Stephen Sondheim’s career, and features a book by Arthur Laurents that is widely considered to be one of the classic examples of a traditional “book musical.”
| Role | Description |
|---|---|
| Rose | The ultimate stage mother. Lives her life vicariously through her two daughters, whom she's put into show business. She is loud, brash, pushy and single-minded, but at times can be doting and charming. Her voice is the ultimate powerful Broadway belt. Minimal dance but must move well. Strong Mezzo/Alto with good low notes and belt. |
| Herbie | Agent for Rose's children and Rose's boyfriend and a possible husband number 4. He has a heart of gold but also has the power to defend the people he loves with strength. Minimum dance. A Baritone, sings in one group number, two duets and trio with Rose and Louise. Strong acting role. |
| Louise | Baby Louise years later (plays ages 19-27), pushed aside by Rose in favor of June, until June leaves the act, and tries to make Louise a star. She becomes the famous Stripper Gypsy Rose Lee. Strong singer, must move well. |
| Dainty June | Baby June years later (plays ages 16-25), pretty, talented and is frustrated with Rose's donination. Must be a good dancer, baton twirling and splits a must. |
| Baby Louise | 8-12 years old-Always played second fiddle to June, shy, awkward. |
| Baby June | 7-11 years old-Sugary sweet, cute, precious, twirl baton and do splits. Must sing and dance very well. |
| Tessie Tura | A stripper, just past her prime, big Broadway voice, strong movement. A Burlesque dancer that shares her dressing room wih Louise, she was once a ballerina and still has some of the moves. Sings, "Ya Gotta Have a Gimmick" |
| Electra | A stripper, just past her prime, big Broadway voice, strong movement, ditzy and sweet. Sings, "Ya Gotta Have a Gimmick" |
| Mazeppa | A stripper, just past her prime, big Broadway voice, strong movement, plays trumpet badly. Sings, "Ya Gotta Have a Gimmick" |
| Tulsa | Extremely strong dancer, singer. Sings "All I Need Is The Girl". Also part of the Broadway/Farm Boys. Dreams of having his own act. |
| The Following Roles, will be portrayed by 2 character men | Mr. Goldstone: Representative of the Orpheum Circuit (Books the Act), |
| Broadway/Farm Boys | Must sing and dance. |
| Hollywood Blondes/Toreadorables/Garden of Eden Girls | Agnes: Strong comedian, sings and dances. |
| Miss Cratchitt | The Production Assistant for the Grantzinger Theater in NYC-Comedic role. |
| Children's Ensemble | Back-up to Baby June and the auditioners on the Uncle Jocko Show. Bright personalities. Must Sing and Dance. |
| Ensemble | Will play: Stage Mothers, Stage hands, Renee (Louise's Maid), Hotel Guests, Apartment tenants, etc. |