A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum
Written by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Written by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
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A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum is a fast-paced farce that promises to have audiences rolling on the floor. Taking straight from the roots of comedy, Forum combines the ancient comedies of Plautus with a vaudevillian delivery. Pseudolus schemes to win the heart of the beautiful virgin, Phelia, for his young master, Hero. In exchange, Hero will grant Pseudolus his freedom once and for all. However, things are never as easy as they seem. Chaos ensues with hair-brained schemes, cases of mistaken identity, slamming doors and convoluted plot twists. One of the funniest musicals ever written, Forum promises: “Something for everyone: a comedy tonight!”
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Production Staff
Director: Fiona Grant Director's Assistants: Claire Cameron and Jenni Lomax Musical Director: Matthew Jeorrett Flautist: Jo Hazell Stage Crew: Sam Jackson, Allen Perrin, Gordon Taylor and Agnes Sangster Wardrobe: Karen Taylor Stage Construction: Jon King, Ken Bamborough, Eddie Docherty, Fiona Grant and Steve Kelly Set Painting: Claire Cameron, Gordon Taylor, Agnes Sangster, Carla Kelly, Ria Devey and Sam Jackson Sound & Lighting: Charlie Walton and Team Props: Jo Galloway and Maralyn Allen Hair: Ann Harvey Make-up: Teagan Doughty Prompt: Jo Galloway Programme: Graham Eden Photography: Karen Taylor Publicity: Graham Eden Forum Minion: Thomas Grant |
Cast
HOUSE OF SENEX Pseudolus: Leonard King Senex: Eddie Docherty Domina: Liz McLardy Hystereum: Jon King Hero: Stephen Laurie HOUSE OF LYCUS Philia: Alison Ożóg Lycus: Brian Howlett Gymnasia: Claire Cameron Gemini I: Carla Kelly Gemini II: Leah Smith Panacea: Sofie MacLeod Tintinabula: Hazel Castro Vibrata: Ria Devey Eunuch: Jimmy Mcnaughton Madam Hateus: Katie Magill |
HOUSE OF ERRONEUS Erroneus: Julian McArdle Protean I: Anne Bamborough Protean II: Morag Barron Protean III: Jenni Lomax ROME'S FINEST Miles Gloriosus: Steve Kelly Longus Legus: Liam Loch Foot Soldier: Jimmy McNaughton Prologus: Noel Darking, Decoy Dithered |
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum Audience Feedback
"Just like to say that the opening night of "something funny happened on the way to the forum" was great. Absolutely well done to the cast and crew for a very entertaining performance."
"Throughly enjoyable night at The Florians with their production of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum! A huge bravo to Fiona and the cast and crew (too many to name). Only 30 seats left for Friday & Saturday Nights. Don't miss out, get your tickets now."
"Ooo what a fantastic show. That was hilarious. Huge Congratulations to all of you."
"Well done to Fiona Grant and all the cast and crew for a fabulous show tonight it was so funny thanks for a great night."
"Well done to you all. Fantastic show. Some very, very funny moments. Enjoyed every minute."
"What a fabulous show tonight. Haven't laughed so much in ages. Loved all the characters, the madness and bedlam, the humour, the costumes, the set - yep it was fabulous! Well done to the whole cast and crew."
"Throughly enjoyable night at The Florians with their production of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum! A huge bravo to Fiona and the cast and crew (too many to name). Only 30 seats left for Friday & Saturday Nights. Don't miss out, get your tickets now."
"Ooo what a fantastic show. That was hilarious. Huge Congratulations to all of you."
"Well done to Fiona Grant and all the cast and crew for a fabulous show tonight it was so funny thanks for a great night."
"Well done to you all. Fantastic show. Some very, very funny moments. Enjoyed every minute."
"What a fabulous show tonight. Haven't laughed so much in ages. Loved all the characters, the madness and bedlam, the humour, the costumes, the set - yep it was fabulous! Well done to the whole cast and crew."
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