Name: Those 3 Words: A Musical Journey of Love and Loss
Brand: Joe Ferriero
Price: 75.00 USD
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Those 3 Words: A Musical Journey of Love and Loss

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Those 3 Words: A Musical Journey of Love and Loss

Description
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"Those 3 Words" is a poignant and uplifting musical that follows the life of Giuseppe, a middle-aged man navigating the complexities of love and loss. The story unfolds through a tapestry of his most cherished relationships: the unwavering love of his parents, the fierce bond with his siblings, the unwavering loyalty of his best friend, and the all-encompassing love for Alex, the partner who steals his heart.

Giuseppe's journey is marked by both profound joy and heartbreaking loss. He grapples with the passing of his mother, the incarceration of a brother, the distance of a relocated friend, and the ultimate test - the slow, agonizing decline of Alex to cancer.

"Those 3 Words" is a testament to the enduring power of love in the face of adversity. Through laughter and tears, song and dance, Giuseppe grapples with grief, learns to let go, and discovers the resilience of the human spirit. This heartwarming musical explores the universal themes of family, friendship, and the enduring strength of love in the face of loss.

A note about the casting:

The entire cast is present on stage throughout this entire show. They step into scenes with Giuseppe during specific scenes. Additional 'choir/ensemble' members are also present and can represent others in Giuseppe's life that we may not meet officially in the show, but their presence is also very important.

Also available with optional instrumentation:

SYNTHESIZER
GUITAR 1
GUITAR 2/UKULELE
BASS
DRUMS/DJEMBE

Cast
Cast List	Main Cast Giuseppe: (Throughout the Show) The central character, a middle-aged man reflecting on his life and love. Narrator: (Throughout the Show) Provides context and emotional depth to scenes. Choir/Ensemble This talented group of performers will portray various characters throughout the show, representing: Giuseppe's Parents (both appear for scenes with Young Giuseppe) Giuseppe's Siblings (one or more can be cast for different sibling interactions) Giuseppe's Best Friend (appears for scenes with Adult Giuseppe) Alex: (Appears for scenes with Adult Giuseppe) Other Significant People in Giuseppe's Life (Doctors, Teachers, Community Members) Additional Notes* The choir/ensemble can be further divided into smaller groups to represent specific family members or groups of friends (e.g., a trio for siblings, a duet for parents). Consider incorporating costume changes for the ensemble to visually represent different characters. *A note about Alex: While the show is intended that Alex is a male the author grants the rights for schools to cast Alex as a female. While the authors intention is that relationship with Giuseppe and Alex to be in a same-sex relationship it is NOT a focus of the musical. Their relationship is intendend to be 'normal' in everyway possible.
Show Basics
Song List	This song list is still in development. You Are the Reason (Artist: Calum Scott; Arranger: Mac Huff) The Sound of Silence (Artists: Simon & Garfunkel, Pentatonix; Composer: Paul Simon; Arranger: Mac Huff) To Make You Feel My Love (Artist: Billy Joel; Composer: Bob Dylan; Arranger: Kirby Shaw) When the Party's Over (Artist: Billie Eilish; Composer: Finneas O'Connell; Arranger: Mac Huff) Over the Rainbow/What a Wonderful World (Artist: Israel “Iz” Kamakawiwo'ole; Composers: Harold Arlen, George David Weiss, Bob Thiele; Arranger: Roger Emerson) A Thousand Years (Artist: Christina Perri; Arranger: Mac Huff) Both Sides Now (Composer: Joni Mitchell; Arranger: Roger Emerson) Cover Me in Sunshine (Artist: P!nk; Arranger: Mac Huff) Flowers (Artist: Miley Cyrus; Composers: Gregory Hein, Michael Pollack, Miley Cyrus; Arranger: Mark Brymer) Easy on Me (Artist: Adele; Composer: Greg Kurstin; Arranger: Mac Huff) Chasing Cars (Artist: Snow Patrol; Arranger: Roger Emerson) I Lived (Artist: OneRepublic; Composers: Noel Zancanella, Ryan Tedder; Arranger: Jacob Narverud)