Godspell
To be presented May 1, 2 & 3 at 7:30 in the
AHS Cafeteria!
Tickets will be available at the
door (reservations/will-call tickets available via email to saronovi@aptoshs.net)
$8.00 general admission
$6.00 AHS Students & staff, kids & seniors
On Friday and Saturday Nights, we will
be serving DINNER before the show!
Come early (from 6:30 on) for Soup, Salad and
fresh baked bread plus a beverage and dessert – All for just $7.00!
Godspell Synopsis
Godspell was conceived and originally directed by John Michael Tebelak, and offers music and New Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz.
One of the biggest off-Broadway and Broadway successes of all time, Godspell is based primarily on the Gospel According to St. Matthew. Featuring a sparkling, seminal score by Stephen Schwartz, Godspell boasts a string of recognizable songs, led by the international hit, "Day By Day."
As the cast of actor/clowns makes it way through "Prepare Ye The Way Of The Lord," "Save The People," "Learn Your Lessons Well," "Bless The Lord,""All For The Best," "All Good Gifts," "Turn Back, O Man" and "By My Side," we, as audience members get to see the parables of Jesus Christ come humanly and hearteningly to life.
The last twenty minutes, or so of the show touchingly presents the story of Jesus' last moments beginning with the Last Supper.
The main story of Godspell is portrayed in the show's subtext--in the way the players interact with their leader, coming together to create a loving community.
Godspell opened 5/17/71 Off-Broadway; Broadway Transfer: 1976 Ran for 2,124 performance off-Broadway and 527 on Broadway.
More
on Godspell…
Based on the Gospel according to St. Matthew, GODSPELL is one of the most successful musicals in history. It present a whimsical view of Jesus, who is dressed like a clown with a red heart painted on his forehead, and a Superman shirt. His followers and disciples re-enact parables and scenes from Jesus' life with great energy.
The rock musical was an immediate
hit when it opened in the spring of 1971 at an off-Broadway theatre. Ticket
sales were brisk for three years. Between 1971 and 1973, productions opened in
Godspell is a two act contemporary show with a small cast, and a small orchestra: Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums and requires minimal scenery, lighting and sound. The music is easy to learn and sing and costuming is basically from one's closet. It is ideal for schools, churches, small production facilities, and those on a limited budget. It is well suited for general audiences.
THE GODSPELL MOTTO
(Spoken by the various Godspell casts before they went onstage)
Keep the corners of your mouth turned up.
Speak in a low, persuasive tone.
Listen; be teachable.
Laugh at good stories and learn to tell them...
for as long as you are green, brother, you can grow.