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The Evolution of Mann

Full-Length Musical, Dramatic Comedy  /  2w, 1m

Music and Lyrics by Douglas J. Cohen
Book and Lyrics by Dan Elish
Based on the novel Nine Wives by Dan Elish

The Evolution of Mann is a musical comedy that explores love in all its forms and how to build a lasting relationship in the 21st century.

The Evolution of Mann

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  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    2w, 1m
  • Duration
    Duration
    90 minutes
  • SubGenre
    Subgenre
    Romantic Comedy
  • Audience
    Target Audience
    Adult

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Summary
The Evolution of Mann follows Henry Mann, a thirty-something-year-old single New Yorker eager to settle down… or so he thinks. After receiving an invitation to his ex-fiancée’s wedding, Henry and his lesbian roommate embark on a quest to find his soulmate, his perfect date.

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History
The Evolution of Mann premiered off-Broadway at the Cell Theatre on 23 September 2018. Directed by Joe Barros, the production featured Max Crumm, Allie Trimm and Leslie Hiatt.
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Performing Groups

Actor One

HENRY MANN – Our eager and romantically-challenged hero, thirty-two years old, recently invited to his ex-fiancée’s wedding; legal proofreader by night, frustrated writer by day. Henry is someone with one foot rooted in the past who spends much of his time projecting into the future.

Actor Two
GWEN – Henry’s best friend and roommate; gay, recently split from her wife.
HARVEY TRITONE – A lounge singer.
JIM – An ex-boyfriend.


JAY GATSBY

– The fictional hero of The Great Gatsby.
TIMES SQUARE’S NAKED COWBOY

MRS. MANN – Henry’s mother.

Actor Three
SHEILA – Henry’s ex-fiancée; beautiful, refined, but in love with someone else.
TAMAR – Henry’s current love interest; charming, vivacious, but with a somewhat checkered romantic past.
CHRISTINE – A sweet third grade teacher with a great jump shot and a barely perceptible unibrow.
DAISY BUCHANAN – The fictional heroine of The Great Gatsby.
NATALIE – A girl in the park.


MELLOW VOICE – The MC at the Sleepy Wheel, a folk bar.

WOMAN’S VOICE – A mystery woman who leaves forthright phone messages.

Flexible casting available, including cast expansion.
  • Time Period Present Day, New Millennium/21st Century
  • Setting New York City, present day.
  • Features Contemporary Costumes/Street Clothes
  • Additional Features No Intermission
  • Duration 90 minutes
  • Cautions
    • Mild Adult Themes

Media

“A little gem!” – Theater Pizazz

“A great date musical for an audience that might not want the typical musical theater experience… any adult could relate to the heart of the show. It’s a witty how-to for establishing lasting relationships.” – Broadway World

“A sweet, lighthearted look at one millennial navigating the ups and downs of relationships through trial and error.” – DC Metro Theater Arts

ON BREAKING CHARACTER

The Evolution of Mann: The Beginning
Dan Elish
June 12, 2019


Videos

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    Max Crumm sings "It's Only A First Date"

Music

Music Samples

“The Year of the Weddings” – Henry, Gwen, Sheila
“She’s My Wife” – Henry & Tamar
“The Tale of the Otter” – Henry & Christine
“Hard” – Henry & Christine
“Settling Down” – Henry, Gwen, Sheila
“It’s Only a First Date” – Christine
“What’s the Matter with Henry?” – Gwen, Mrs. Mann, Henry, Tamar, Christine
“The Right Time to Propose” – Henry & Tamar
“Low Expectations” – Henry & Tamar
“The Green Light” – Jay Gatsby, Daisy Buchanan, Henry
“It’s Only a First Date (Reprise)” – Christine
“The Unromantic Things” – Gwen & Henry
“Keeping My Eye on the Ball” – Henry

Piano

Cello

Guitar

  • Musical Style Contemporary Broadway
  • Dance Requirements Easy
  • Vocal DemandsModerate
  • Orchestra Size Small/Combo
  • Chorus Size No Chorus

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Authors

Douglas J. Cohen

Douglas J. Cohen

Douglas Cohen received the 2010 Fred Ebb Award and two Richard Rodgers Awards for No Way To Treat A Lady (150 productions globally; Off-Broadway productions at Hudson Guild and York Theatre; Ghostlight Records on iTunes), and The Gig (workshops/readings: O’Neill, MTC Stage II ...

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Dan Elish

Dan Elish

Dan Elish wrote the book to the musical 13, which played at the Mark Taper Forum and won the 2007 Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Award for best production; he was also nominated for best writing. 13 went on to play on Broadway at the Jacobs Theater in the fall and winter of ...

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