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“Deliriously, rapturously over-the-top” – NY Theatre
Inspired by the original 1936 shock-horror ‘educational’ film of the same name, this very, very naughty musical comedy takes a tongue-in-cheek look at the hysteria caused when clean-cut kids fall prey to marijuana. Be shocked and chastened as you watch them on their hysterical downward spiral filled with evil jazz music, sex and violence. Oh yes… and singing all the way!
Meet Jimmy Harper and Mary Lane, a lovable pair of wholesome teens who hold hands, sip hot cocoa and think pure thoughts while studying Romeo and Juliet at school. Then discover the seamier side of life at the Reefer Den, populated by drug-addled denizens of the night.
What follows will make you think twice before leaving the safety of your home!
Audiences have been unable to resist the satiric fun of REEFER MADNESS. Its deliciously cheeky – and, yes, totally addictive - musical numbers range from big Broadway-style showstoppers to swing tunes like "Down at the Ol' Five and Dime" and the Vegas-style "Listen to Jesus, Jimmy," featuring JC Himself leading a chorus of angelic showgirls.
This dynamic show will go straight to your head!
Starring Australian stage and screen legend Barry Crocker AM as ‘the lecturer’, this production marks the Australasian premiere following hit seasons in LA, New York & Canada. The London premiere is scheduled for January 2009. The hot young cast also features Jessica Burns, Emily Cascarino, Andrew Cook, Brad Facey, Lucas Hall, Katie Headrick, Jay James-Moody, Sophia Katos, Richard Lovegrove, Belinda Morris and Celeste O’Hara. Directed By Jay James-Moody, Musical Director Chris King
Choreographer Joanne Gilmour Produced By Jessica Burns & Jay James-Moody
Winner 2006 Emmy Award - Best Original Song
Winner LA Drama Critics Outer Circle Award - Best Adaption and Best Score (really!)
Nomination LA Drama Critics Outer Circle Award - Best New Play
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Reefer Madness!
A New 'Hit' Musical
By Kevin Murphy & Dan Studney
Venue: Cleveland Street Theatre | 199 Cleveland St Surry Hills
Previews: 22 and 23 July
Dates: 24 July to 16 August 2008
Times: Wed-Sat 8pm Sun 5pm
Tickets: Fri – Sun $48 / $44 conc; Mid Week all tix $38 (Wed & Thur shows); Previews $30
Bookings: Ticketmaster Ph 136 100 or online www.ticketmaster.com.au
By Special Arrangement With Origin Theatrical, on behalf of R&H New York
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