A Chorus Line: Teen Edition
A Chorus Line: Teen Edition
Conceived and Originally Directed and Choreographed by Michael Bennett
Book by James Kirkwood & Nicholas Dante
Music by Marvin Hamlisch
Lyrics by Edward Kleban
Co-Choreographed by Bob Avian
Original Broadway production produced by the New York Shakespeare
Festival, Joseph Papp, Producer, in association with
Plum Productions, Inc.
Adaptation and support materials for the High School Edition developed by iTheatrics under the supervision of Timothy Allen McDonald
ISBN: DIGLIB0000042
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Overview
A Chorus Line: Teen Edition is a full-length version of the Pulitzer Prize-winning musical, adapted for performance by high school students with family audiences. Every aspect of the show has been developed specifically for high school performers: dialogue and content are age-appropriate, dance sequences are of a length befitting high school dancers, and allowances are made to feature actors of any race or ethnicity. The materials have been prepared – with the authors’ approval – to help your school or organization mount the best possible production and to give your students an exciting and rewarding experience.
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A Chorus Line is a stunning concept musical capturing the spirit and tension of a Broadway ensemble audition. Exploring the inner lives and poignant ambitions of professional Broadway performers, the show features one powerhouse number after another. Memorable musical numbers include “What I Did for Love,” “One,” “I Can Do That,” “At the Ballet,” “The Music and the Mirror” and “I Hope I Get It.” A brilliantly complex fusion of song, dance, and compellingly authentic drama, the show was instantly recognized as a classic.
Though it remains a full-length musical, A Chorus Line – High School Edition differs from the original version in several ways. Here are some examples of the changes:
- The character of “Larry” is now “Lori,” allowing for an additional female principal role.
- The open call portion of the audition (“I Hope I Get It”) requires fewer boys.
- No references to smoking or suicide.
- “Hello Twelve, Hello Thirteen, Hello Love” no longer contains any explicit sexual content.
- “Dance: Ten; Looks: Three” now features the refrain “This and That,” and does not explicitly reference the character’s anatomy.
- The dance sequence in “The Music and the Mirror” is shortened.
- The first version of “One,” in which the actors learn the combination, is simplified.
- No “R-rated” profanity.
- The tap sequence is significantly shorter.
- Paul’s monologue is slightly reduced in length.
- Alternate dialogue is provided for more flexible casting of Connie, Richie and Judy, who can be played by actors of any race or height.
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Details
- Time Period: 1970s
- Cast Attributes: Role(s) for Asian Actor(s), Role(s) for Black Actor(s), Role(s) for Latine Actor(s), Ensemble Cast, Strong Role for Leading Woman (Star Vehicle)
- Target Audience: Appropriate for All Audiences