The novel The Wrong Box was made into a movie in the 1960s, featuring Michael Caine and Peter Sellers.
Appropriate for ages c. 10 and above.
Drawing copyright Nancy Gold 2002
Original Musicals by Kit Goldstein |
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A musical black comedy, based on the book by Robert Louis Stevenson and Lloyd Osbourne. Book, Music & Lyrics by Kit Goldstein. Copyright Kit Goldstein 2002, 2005 |
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The novel The Wrong Box was made into a movie in the 1960s, featuring Michael Caine and Peter Sellers. Appropriate for ages c. 10 and above. |
Drawing copyright Nancy Gold 2002 |
In Late-Victorian England, Morris Finsbury desperately schemes to keep his elderly Uncle Joseph alive to a win an investment scheme known as a 'tontine,' in which the last surviving investor collects all. Despite Morris's careful watch over his "dear uncle", the Bournemouth Express crashes and Uncle Joseph is presumed dead. As Morris attempts to cover up the loss, family members feud and a mysterious corpse winds up in the most unlikely places. Music Clips MP3 Format All music copyright Kit Goldstein 2002, 2005, and may not be used without the author's permission. Recorded at Union College, November 2002 Live A Little Longer The Wrong Box Ruined Waterloo Station Midi Format - Piano only All music copyright Kit Goldstein 2002, 2005, and may not be used without the author's permission. Live A Little Longer The Letter of the Law The Wrong Box Waterloo Station Cast & Set Requirements The Wrong Box is written to be a large show, although it can be produced with a more minimalistic approach. The cast has several strong male lead roles, 1-2 strong female roles, and chorus. Multiple sets, featuring a train car. Perfect for high schools and community groups. MEN: 6-7 Leads; 3-10 chorus WOMEN: 1-2 Lead; 3-10 chorus Instrumentation Currently scored for piano and voice. First performed with violin, guitar and piano. Can be arranged for available instruments. Production History The Wrong Box was first performed at Union College in Schenectady, NY, November 2002, by the Union College Mountebanks. Excerpts performed at the Golden Fleece Ltd Composers' Chamber Theater, 48th Street Studios, NYC, November 12, 2006 For More Information For a full synopsis, a demo CD, and more information on performance rights, contact newclassicmusicals@gmail.com. |