Show Title:

Gypsy 
Year:

1959
Composer:

Jule Styne
Lyricist:

Stephen Sondheim
Book Writer:

Arthur Laurents 
Venue:
Broadway 
What is the show about?:

Its about a striptease artist, Gypsy Rose Lee, and her mother Rose. The story follows Rose and her dreams whilst raising two daughters to perform on stage and the hardships of showbiz.
What is the vibe of the show?:

light, flamboyant, fun, cool
How would you describe the music of the show?:

big, triumphant, bold, upbeat, silly, jumpy
What characters are in the show? What do they demand of the actors who play them?:

Louise: female lead, mezzo soprano, late teen/young adult, dancer, high note: D#5 low note: C#4, belting

Rose: female lead, mezzo soprano, adult, mover, high note: C5 low note: F3, belting

June: female supporting, mezzo soprano, early teen/late teen, dancer, high note: D5 low note: G#3, legit 

Herbie: male supporting, baritone, adult/mature adult, mover, high note: B3 low note: G#2, legit 
What did you think of the show?:

I think it is a very entertaining and exciting show with great performances and great music.
Does the show have any roles or songs that might be appropriate for folks in the class?:

Louise would be appropriate for folks in this class because it's within the age range.
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