Music & Lyrics by: Lisa Lambert & Greg Morrison
Book by: Bob Martin & Don McKellar
Directed by: Casey Nicholaw
 To chase his blues away, a modern day musical theatre addict drops the needle on his favorite LP – the 1928 musical comedy The Drowsy Chaperone. From the crackle of his hi-fi, the musical magically bursts to life on stage, telling the tale of a pampered Broadway starlet who wants to give up show business to get married, her producer who sets out to sabotage the nuptials, her chaperone, the debonair groom, the dizzy chorine, the Latin lover and a pair of gangsters who double as pastry chefs. Read the complete synopsis. For a more in-depth look at the show, read through the lyrics. |
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 The story of how this show developed is now legendary – it began as a wedding gift for two actors – Bob Martin and Janet Van De Graaf. The groom-to-be had a few “notes” – which led directly into the ‘Man in Chair’ character, and it all grew from there. Read more about the development of the musical. |
  So far there is just one recording of this show, though perhaps there will be a London one eventually. For now, read my review of the CD, or listen to a clip from one of my favourite songs. |
  I tried to get lottery tickets to this show in New York when it opened there, but sadly luck was not on my side. However, it moved to London while I was living there, so I was able to see that production! Read my thoughts on that performance. |
 This is a pretty small cast, so each of the performers really has to be great – and luckily, they are! Read my thoughts on a few of my favourites! Once you’re done looking around here, check out some of the other Drowsy Chaperone sites that are out there. |