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- Discussion Nights November 19 & December 11, 2024
- Pride Night December 6, 2024
- Masks Required November 19 at 7:30PM, December 1 at 2PM & January 3 at 8PM
- ASL Interpreted November 21, 2024
- Open Captioned December 22 at 7PM
- Audio Described December 13
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
It’s a comedy tonight in Sondheim’s zany, hysterical, Tony Award-winning musical romp.
In one of the greatest musical comedies of all time, three households reside next to each other in ancient Rome. Just outside their doors, the exploits of a quick-thinking Roman slave, a braggart soldier, a beautiful courtesan, a lovesick young man and others devolve into uproarious chaos in a fast-paced, witty and monumental escapade.
With mistaken identities, wily ruses, madcap chases, a love story, and a happy ending of course, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum’s audacious and irreverent spectacle has something for everyone.
“This brazenly retro Broadway musical, inspired by Plautus, is almost as timeless as comedy itself.” – The New York Times
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Running time is approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, including one 15-minute intermission.
This show has sexual innuendos, loud whip cracks and will use theatrical haze and herbal cigarettes. Recommended for ages 10+. Click here for more detailed content warnings
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SPONSORED BY
MICHELLE S. LEE AND STGi
MIKE BLANK
LOU MAZAWEY
ORCHESTRA SPONSORED BY DAVID W. BRIGGS -
Show art does not necessarily reflect production casting.
Photo by Christopher Mueller. Model: Maria Rizzo
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Press Reviews
“Laughter reigns supreme”
“Do not miss the madcap whirlwind of laughter”
“A rollicking farce, brimming with innuendo and slapstick”
“With a powerhouse cast, a playful engagement with Shevelove and Gelbart’s book, and production design to dazzle, Signature’s Forum is nothing short of a spectacle”
“The show can hold onto its spot in the musical theater canon thanks to reexaminations like this one”
“Joyous, raucous, and exactly what Washington area audiences need right now”
“A revitalizing comedic oasis”
“Not just funny but side-splittingly funny”
“Raucously funny”
“A perfectly-timed mood lifter”
Cast Members
Creative Team
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Book by
Burt Shevelove & Larry Gelbart
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Music & Lyrics by
Stephen Sondheim
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Originally produced on Broadway by
Harold S. Prince
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Directed and Choreographed by
Matthew Gardiner
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Music Direction by
Jon Kalbfleisch
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Scenic Design by
Jimmy Stubbs
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Costume Design by
Erik Teague
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Lighting Design by
Jason Lyons
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Sound Design by
Eric Norris
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Wig Design by
Anne Nesmith
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Fight Choreographer
Casey Kaleba
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Resident Intimacy Consultant & Choreographer
Chelsea Pace
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Music Preparation by
Scott Ninmer
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Copyist
Ben Bokor
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Casting by
Jorge Acevedo
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New York Casting by
Whitley Theatrical, Benton Whitley, CSA & Micah Johnson-Levy, CSA
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Production Stage Manager
Kerry Epstein
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Assistant Stage Manager
Genevieve Dornemann
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Assistant Stage Manager
Stefania Giron Zuluaga
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Associate Director
Clancey Yovanovich
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Assistant to the Director
Zack Callis
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Associate Choreographer
Daniel Powers
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Associate Music Director
William Yanesh
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Assistant Costume Designer
Channing Tucker
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Assistant Sound Designer
Levi Manners
Inside Signature with Erik Teague
November 7, 2024 1 – 2PM
The Mead Lobby and Streaming Online
FREE, No Reservation Required
Costume designer Erik Teague’s imaginative designs have been featured in the Signature shows Ragtime, RENT, Blackbeard and now A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. Learn more about his gorgeous renderings, his extensive research and how he translates the clothing of the past to the stages of today.
Inside Signature with Kuhoo Verma
December 5, 2024 1 – 2PM
The Mead Lobby and Streaming Online
FREE, No Reservation Required
Kuhoo Verma is best known for her film work in Plan B, The Big Sick and Murder Mystery 2. In addition, she is also a gifted singer making her Signature debut as Philia in A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. Learn about her initial career, her work as an award-winning theater artist, and how she brings a unique take to her role in Sondheim’s farce.
Bar Specials
Head to Ali’s Bar in the Mead Lobby on the 2nd floor to enjoy our A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum inspired specials:
Pretty Little Picture
This cocktail features grape simple syrup, bourbon, triple sec and red wine layered to create a pretty little picture in a glass to enjoy!
Something Pea-culiar Soup
Inspired by a traditional Roman meal, this soup consists of split peas, leek, onion, spinach, celery, and potato blended together to create a vegetarian, nutrient packed dish with a smooth texture, garnished with paprika and parsley. Served with torta bread on the side.
Everybody Ought To Have A Cookie
In ancient Rome, these delicious cookies would’ve been made with spelt grain, but in our modern age we use wheat flour to make our dough, sweeten it with honey, and top each cookie with a bit of sesame seeds to add flavor and texture.