The Songs Of Leiber & Stoller
Leiber and Stoller, as much as anyone, virtually invented rock 'n' roll, and now their songs provide the basis for an electrifying entertainment that illuminates a golden age of American culture. In an idealized '50's setting, the classic themes of love won, lost and imagined blend with hilarious set-pieces and slice-of-life emotions. Featuring nearly 40 of the greatest songs ever recorded, SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE isn't just great pop music - it's compelling musical theatre.
Cast Requirements: PRINCIPALS
4 Women
5 Men
COMMENTS
Can be easily expanded.
For the purposes of this script, the characters are identified by the names of the actors who created the roles in the original Broadway production. In subsequent productions they should be identified by the names of the actors playing the roles.
Set Requirements: SMOKEY JOE'S CAFÉ evokes particular locations, but a true set is not necessary. Instead, a stage decorated so as to be evocative of the era but open to the imagination is perfect, and changes of costume and lighting can do the rest.
Rehearsal / Orchestral Material: Rehearsal Set (12 Books,1 Logo)
10 Libretto-Vocal Book
1 Logo
2 PIANO CONDUCTOR SCORE
Orchestra Package (7 Books)
1 BASS
1 PIANO CONDUCTOR SCORE
1 PERCUSSION
1 SAXOPHONE (Tenor and Baritone)
1 SYNTHESIZER
1 DRUMS
1 Guitar