Learn how your comment data is processed. & Annekarien van der Velde. ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS. It received a raft of five-star reviews and numerous awards (see here for details). This uproarious, fast-paced farce follows the mixed fortunes of failed musician Francis Henshall. The play replaces the Italian period setting of the original with Brighton in 1963. The Philadelphia premiere of this award-winning adaptation stars Quintessence and 1812 favorite Sean Close. I had never read the script of One Man, Two Guvnors and was happy to discover how quicksilver the wit was. Obituaries News There are no film times available based on the filters you've selected. Alan Dangle - Greg Dorn This rollicking play is a unique ‘laugh-out-loud’ mix of satire, slapstick, hilarious one-liners, song and bonus vaudeville acts. If you revel in fourth-wall breaking and improvised comedy, however, you'll love Santana's impressive, exuberant, interactive performance, which also entails tossing off references designed to appeal to local audiences. Note: Family friendly, recommended for ages 10 and up. October 19, 2019 Length: 3h 20m. – more dates, Fri 9 Oct 8:00pm PR MediaRelease Contact Us Express / Weekend Express Rachel-as-Roscoe hits up Charlie "The Duck" Clench (Ray D'Ambrosio), a fellow crime lord, for getaway money. Her musings on life as a modern woman were delivered with brash warmth, and in a show in which accents were enthusiastically attempted but often lacked conviction, Bidie’s remained laudibly consistent. Click on the banner to find out more. One Man, Two Guvnors. Audio Description is available at all performances of One Man, Two Guvnors Community Calendar But Roscoe is really his sister Rachel posing as her own dead brother, who’s been killed by her boyfriend Stanley Stubbers. Sell more tickets faster with Eventfinda. The case for the morality of Battlefield 1, The Nibble satiates St Andrews’ desire for satire, The University of St Andrews named top University in Scotland. With hotels struggling, Palo Alto pulls out of regional visitors bureau, Around Town: New disaster response group marks first PPE delivery by air, Santa Clara County revises order to reopen indoor activities, with caveats, Measure S would extend Water District tax indefinitely, Man pleads not guilty for fatal shooting of woman in East Palo Alto. Director Patrick Klein and physical-comedy director Carla Pantoja keep the ridiculous antics moving along nicely, even if the key scene in which Francis attempts to serve two dinners at once does go on a bit long. Carlo Goldoni's 1746 commedia dell'arte-inspired play "The Servant of Two Masters" gets a swinging '60s, oh-so-British makeover in "One Man, Two Guvnors," an adaptation by Richard Bean (with songs by Grant Olding). The madcap farce was a big hit in the United Kingdom in 2011, Broadway in 2012 (earning comedian James Corden a Tony Award) and now seems poised to be an audience favorite at the Lucie Stern Theater, if the roaring laughter greeting Palo Alto Players' opening night is any indication. Get URL. Francis tries to keep the two from meeting, in order to avoid each of them learning that Francis is also working for someone else. Visitor Info, Send News Tips Overall, the cast and crew of One Man, Two Guvnors ought to be distinctly proud of themselves. Nobody can claim a stage and win over spectators with quite so much gleeful ease as Polsue, and his knowing asides and glances out were delightfully mercurial. Klein's scenic design evokes the early '60s era and the whimsical look of Brighton pier and pavilion.If you're looking to laugh (and you're not terrified by the possibility of -- shudder -- audience participation), "One Man, Two Guvnors" may be just your cup of tea.What: "One Man, Two Guvnors. The Independent voice of the St Andrews community since 1997. Ensemble / Vaudeville - Marie Dorin, Down on his luck and perpetually hungry, Francis suddenly finds himself employed by two bosses. This rollicking play is a unique ‘laugh-out-loud’ mix of satire, slapstick, hilarious one-liners, song and bonus vaudeville acts. If you're looking to laugh (and you're not terrified by the possibility of -- shudder -- audience participation), "One Man, Two Guvnors" may be just your cup of tea. ... James Corden, the hilarious West End and Broadway hit One Man, Two Guvnors returns to cinemas to mark National Theatre Live’s 10th birthday.