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The Drowsy Chaperone

Presented by SpeakEasy Stage Company at Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA

May 6-June 19, 2011

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SEASON EXTENDED TO JUNE 19TH

Mayhem, mix-ups and a gay (in the old sense of the word) wedding marks the high-spirited hijinx of The Drowsy Chaperone, winner of five 2006 Tony Awards.

The fun begins when a die-hard musical fan plays his favorite Broadway cast recording, a 1928 smash hit called " The Drowsy Chaperone." Suddenly the man finds himself immersed in the glamorous, hilarious tale of a celebrity bride and her uproarious wedding day, complete with thrills and surprises that take both the cast and audience soaring to the rafters.

Run time: 1 hour 40 minutes without an intermission

Music and Lyrics by Lisa Lambert and Greg Morrison

Book by Bob Martin and Don McKellar

 

Directed and Choreographed by David Connolly

Music Direction by Nicholas James Connell

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  • Venue Info

    Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA

    527 Tremont Street
    Boston, MA 02116

    Full map and directions

  • Admission Info

    Tickets:

    $52 for Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday performances.

    $57 for Saturday (matinee and evenong) performances and Sunday matinees.

    Starting June 7th, all performances $57.

    Info Phone: 617-933-8600

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  • Dates & Times

    Dates:
    May 6-June 19, 2011

    Times:
    

    Wednesdays 7:30pm
    Thursdays 7:30pm
    Fridays 8pm
    Saturdays 4pm and 8pm
    Sundays 3pm
    Additional performance Tuesday, May 31 at 7:30pm

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    • Event Name: The Drowsy Chaperone
      "Delightful!"
      Comment posted by: Mary B from Boston, MA, Jun 13, 2011
      

      We thoroughly enjoyed our evening at "The Drowsy Chaperone", just fun, silly, and smiles all around. We loved it, and it appeared that everyone else in the theatre did too!

      We thoroughly enjoyed our evening at "The Drowsy Chaperone", just fun, silly, and smiles all around. We loved it, and it appeared that everyone else in the theatre did too!

    • Event Name: The Drowsy Chaperone
      "GREAT Performance!"
      Review posted by: Dana from Boston, MA, Jun 13, 2011
      

      The actors and actresses were incredible, the songs were fun and catchy, and the story was very funny! We loved this show!

      The actors and actresses were incredible, the songs were fun and catchy, and the story was very funny! We loved this show!

    • Event Name: The Drowsy Chaperone
      "Nearly perfect revival"
      Review posted by: Ron from Boston, MA, Jun 13, 2011
      

      This is a terrific show w/wonderful actors. Will McGarrahan, Karen McDonald & Tom Derrah are hilarious. The whole show is an involving spoof of the old fashioned musical. Can't imagine having more... Expand

      This is a terrific show w/wonderful actors. Will McGarrahan, Karen McDonald & Tom Derrah are hilarious. The whole show is an involving spoof of the old fashioned musical. Can't imagine having more fun at the theater! Collapse

    • Event Name: The Drowsy Chaperone
      "Funny in a kooky way."
      Review posted by: Naomi from Brighton, MA , May 25, 2011
      

      The guy in the chair grows on you. It is funny in a kooky and kitchy sort of way. Good dancing as well especially the tap dancing.

      The guy in the chair grows on you. It is funny in a kooky and kitchy sort of way. Good dancing as well especially the tap dancing.

    • Event Name: The Drowsy Chaperone
      "Funny and Poignant"
      Review posted by: Tom Rubenoff from Brookline, MA , May 23, 2011
      

      The unbelievable characters were all believable, the timing of the jokes impeccable, and the narrator a funny and effective sub-plot as well as a winningly compelling character. A show as... Expand

      The unbelievable characters were all believable, the timing of the jokes impeccable, and the narrator a funny and effective sub-plot as well as a winningly compelling character. A show as deliberately campy and jam-packed with cliches as this can only work when cast and crew totally commit to each ridiculous line and plot twist. Fortunately, it was all that and more. Beyond that, the sometimes breathtaking precision with which the stop-time events and other simultaneous actions were executed is certainly a credit to the director. Also we found the theater to be a very intimate setting. We were in the very last row, yet because of the small size and great design of the venue, we might as well have been seated fifth row center. By all means, go. Collapse

    • Event Name: The Drowsy Chaperone
      "The Drowsy Chaperone"
      Review posted by: paul oates from watertown, MA, May 23, 2011
      

      What a wonderful show. My wife and I enjoyed every minute of it. It's what musical/comedy is all about. The talent of local artists is amazing. I'd go see it again in a minute!

      What a wonderful show. My wife and I enjoyed every minute of it. It's what musical/comedy is all about. The talent of local artists is amazing. I'd go see it again in a minute!

    • Event Name: The Drowsy Chaperone
      "The Drowsy Chaperone"
      Review posted by: joy from boston, ma, May 23, 2011
      

      Utterly entertaining and delightful.

      Utterly entertaining and delightful.

    • Event Name: The Drowsy Chaperone
      "Drowsy Chaperone - as enjoyable as any NYC Broadway musical!"
      Review posted by: Mary-Jo from Quincy, MA, May 23, 2011
      

      As someone who attends musicals often, I was thrilled to experience the quality level of singing, dancing, and comedic acting equal to many shows I've seen on Broadway (and paid triple the price)! I... Expand

      As someone who attends musicals often, I was thrilled to experience the quality level of singing, dancing, and comedic acting equal to many shows I've seen on Broadway (and paid triple the price)! I took my mother as her Mother's Day outing, and we both completely enjoyed ourselves. SpeakEasy has never disappointed. Collapse

    • Event Name: The Drowsy Chaperone
      "What a great show!"
      Review posted by: Tom G from Boston, MA, May 18, 2011
      

      Saw this last night and loved it. Great cast, songs, costumes, dances. Everything was spot on. This is one of the best Speakeasy productions that I have seen this season. Can't get "I Don't Want to... Expand

      Saw this last night and loved it. Great cast, songs, costumes, dances. Everything was spot on. This is one of the best Speakeasy productions that I have seen this season. Can't get "I Don't Want to Show Off No More" out of my head. That was one of the highlight songs for me. Don't miss it. Collapse

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    • Event Name: The Drowsy Chaperone
      "Delightful!"
      Comment posted by: Mary B from Boston, MA, Jun 13, 2011
      

      We thoroughly enjoyed our evening at "The Drowsy Chaperone", just fun, silly, and smiles all around. We loved it, and it appeared that everyone else in the theatre did too!

      We thoroughly enjoyed our evening at "The Drowsy Chaperone", just fun, silly, and smiles all around. We loved it, and it appeared that everyone else in the theatre did too!

    • Event Name: The Drowsy Chaperone
      "GREAT Performance!"
      Review posted by: Dana from Boston, MA, Jun 13, 2011
      

      The actors and actresses were incredible, the songs were fun and catchy, and the story was very funny! We loved this show!

      The actors and actresses were incredible, the songs were fun and catchy, and the story was very funny! We loved this show!

    • Event Name: The Drowsy Chaperone
      "Nearly perfect revival"
      Review posted by: Ron from Boston, MA, Jun 13, 2011
      

      This is a terrific show w/wonderful actors. Will McGarrahan, Karen McDonald & Tom Derrah are hilarious. The whole show is an involving spoof of the old fashioned musical. Can't imagine having more... Expand

      This is a terrific show w/wonderful actors. Will McGarrahan, Karen McDonald & Tom Derrah are hilarious. The whole show is an involving spoof of the old fashioned musical. Can't imagine having more fun at the theater! Collapse

    • Event Name: The Drowsy Chaperone
      "Funny in a kooky way."
      Review posted by: Naomi from Brighton, MA , May 25, 2011
      

      The guy in the chair grows on you. It is funny in a kooky and kitchy sort of way. Good dancing as well especially the tap dancing.

      The guy in the chair grows on you. It is funny in a kooky and kitchy sort of way. Good dancing as well especially the tap dancing.

    • Event Name: The Drowsy Chaperone
      "Funny and Poignant"
      Review posted by: Tom Rubenoff from Brookline, MA , May 23, 2011
      

      The unbelievable characters were all believable, the timing of the jokes impeccable, and the narrator a funny and effective sub-plot as well as a winningly compelling character. A show as... Expand

      The unbelievable characters were all believable, the timing of the jokes impeccable, and the narrator a funny and effective sub-plot as well as a winningly compelling character. A show as deliberately campy and jam-packed with cliches as this can only work when cast and crew totally commit to each ridiculous line and plot twist. Fortunately, it was all that and more. Beyond that, the sometimes breathtaking precision with which the stop-time events and other simultaneous actions were executed is certainly a credit to the director. Also we found the theater to be a very intimate setting. We were in the very last row, yet because of the small size and great design of the venue, we might as well have been seated fifth row center. By all means, go. Collapse

    • Event Name: The Drowsy Chaperone
      "The Drowsy Chaperone"
      Review posted by: paul oates from watertown, MA, May 23, 2011
      

      What a wonderful show. My wife and I enjoyed every minute of it. It's what musical/comedy is all about. The talent of local artists is amazing. I'd go see it again in a minute!

      What a wonderful show. My wife and I enjoyed every minute of it. It's what musical/comedy is all about. The talent of local artists is amazing. I'd go see it again in a minute!

    • Event Name: The Drowsy Chaperone
      "The Drowsy Chaperone"
      Review posted by: joy from boston, ma, May 23, 2011
      

      Utterly entertaining and delightful.

      Utterly entertaining and delightful.

    • Event Name: The Drowsy Chaperone
      "Drowsy Chaperone - as enjoyable as any NYC Broadway musical!"
      Review posted by: Mary-Jo from Quincy, MA, May 23, 2011
      

      As someone who attends musicals often, I was thrilled to experience the quality level of singing, dancing, and comedic acting equal to many shows I've seen on Broadway (and paid triple the price)! I... Expand

      As someone who attends musicals often, I was thrilled to experience the quality level of singing, dancing, and comedic acting equal to many shows I've seen on Broadway (and paid triple the price)! I took my mother as her Mother's Day outing, and we both completely enjoyed ourselves. SpeakEasy has never disappointed. Collapse

    • Event Name: The Drowsy Chaperone
      "What a great show!"
      Review posted by: Tom G from Boston, MA, May 18, 2011
      

      Saw this last night and loved it. Great cast, songs, costumes, dances. Everything was spot on. This is one of the best Speakeasy productions that I have seen this season. Can't get "I Don't Want to... Expand

      Saw this last night and loved it. Great cast, songs, costumes, dances. Everything was spot on. This is one of the best Speakeasy productions that I have seen this season. Can't get "I Don't Want to Show Off No More" out of my head. That was one of the highlight songs for me. Don't miss it. Collapse

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    • Event Name: The Drowsy Chaperone
      Article: The comic relief is perfectly real
      Boston Globe - May 11, 2011
      By Don Aucoin

      “Exhilarating! All but guaranteed to banish your blues Expand

      “Exhilarating! All but guaranteed to banish your blues Collapse

    • Event Name: The Drowsy Chaperone
      Article: A Toast to 'The Drowsy Chaperone!'
      BroadwayWorld.com - May 10, 2011
      By Nancy Grossman

      “I loved this show! For one hour and forty minutes, I smiled, laughed, and tapped my feet, as did everyone around me” Expand

      “I loved this show! For one hour and forty minutes, I smiled, laughed, and tapped my feet, as did everyone around me” Collapse

    • Event Name: The Drowsy Chaperone
      Article: FROM THE AISLE: THE DROWSY CHAPERONE
      Dig Boston - May 10, 2011
      By Jonathan Clark

      “Charming and funny!” Expand

      “Charming and funny!” Collapse

    • Event Name: The Drowsy Chaperone
      Article: Let ‘Chaperone’ escort you to 1920s
      Boston Herald - May 09, 2011
      By Daniel Gewertz

      “A small theatrical miracle” Expand

      “A small theatrical miracle” Collapse

    • Event Name: The Drowsy Chaperone
      Article: The Drowsy Chaperone
      Boston Theatre Review - May 09, 2011
      By Boston Theatre Review

      “Run, do not walk, to see this production. This one is once in a lifetime Expand

      “Run, do not walk, to see this production. This one is once in a lifetime Collapse