PROMISES, PROMISES

Original titlePROMISES, PROMISES
CategoryMusical
AgegroupAdults
Cast17 total (6 F and 11 M)
Variable cast sizeNo
RepresentationNordic representation
LyricistHal David
LanguagesDanish, Finsk, Swedish
6 F / 11 M / Ballet A full-length musical in 2 acts 8 Sets The play offers a rather unconventional way to further one’s career. The insignificant main character, Chuck Baxter furthers his, by lending out his flat to various superiors from the insurance company he works in, so they have a hideout for their non-marital escapades. Among them we find J. D. Sheldrake whose mistress is the lovely Fran who Chuck unfortunately also fancies. Though his feelings are not in vain as she finally returns his affections after he saves her from having attempted suicide because J. D. does not wish to leave his wife. SONGS: Promises, Promises, I'll Never Fall in Love Again, Half As Big As Life, You'll Think of Someone, It's Our Little Secret, Knowing When to Leave, Wanting Things, Turkey Lurkey Time, Whoever You Are, A Young Pretty Girl Like You. ORCHESTRATION: Violins I & II Cello I & II Bass and Fender Bass Reed I: Flute, Piccolo, Clarinet, Alto Sax and optional Alto Flute Reed II: Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Tenor Sax and optional Flute Reed III: Clarinet, Tenor Sax and optional Oboe Reed IV: Clarinet, Baritone Sax and optional Flute Horn Trumpets I & II (both double on Flugel Horn) Trumpet III Trombone I Trombone II Percussion I & II Guitars I & II (both double Electric Guitar, Guitar II also doubles Bass Guitar) Piano and Electric Piano Piano Conductor’s Score