Little Me (2002)

Little Me

  • Plot Synopsis:

    "Little Me" is a musical burlesque of the familiar "as told to" biography, in this case, the memoirs of a queen of the silver screen, Belle Poitrine. The show expertly harnesses all the pleasing elements of musical comedy to trace the epic romance of low-born Belle Schlumpfert and high-born Noble Eggleston. In the course of her quest for the wealth culture and social position that will permit her marriage to Noble, Belle embarks on an extravagant and varied career. In each adventure, Belle is accompanied by an admiring male, and each startling resolution moves her one step closer to her goal.

  • Show Info and Crew Members:

    Show Dates: March 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 2002
    Director: Nick Simons
    Musical Director: Rebecca Rhodes
    Choreographer: Meghan O'Donnell
    Set Design: David Smith
    Costume Design: Margaret Hough
    Set Construction: Marty Buss
    Scenic Construction: Jeff Rooney
    Scenic Artist: Veronica Redline
    Publicity Director: Cindy Sander
    Ticket Sales: Vicki Papay

    Cast:

    Jessie Marushak ... Belle
    Nicholas Sander ... Noble Eggleston
    Amos Pinchley
    Val Du Val
    Fred Pointrine
    Otto Schnitzler
    The Drunk
    Prince Cherney
    Amanda Mummey ... Momma
    Bridgid Zvirblis ... Ramona
    Heather Jasper ... Mrs. Eggleston
    Dustin Supp ... Lucky
    Mike Escott ... Belle's Boy #1
    Justin Maurer ... Belle's Boy #2
    Rob Sauerwine ... Belle's Boy #3
    Sean Withers ... Belle's Boy #4

    Director's Notes:

    What is it about "Little Me" that continually inspires a loyal and devoted cult following and keeps the show alive, well and performed through the years? I believe it's memorable jokes that are good enough to be repeated over and over at cocktail parties. The score boasts at least five standards, the dance sequences are inspired and often comic, and it has a bravura starring role that tempts only the most talented and the bravest performer. Underlying all of this is a truly satiric look at the values and morals of American Society.

    "Little Me" is a whopping, whirling musical burlesque of the familiar "as told to" biography- in this case, the memoirs of a queen of the silver screen, Belle Poitrine. The show expertly harnesses all the pleasing elements of musical comedy to trace the epic romance of low-born Bell Schlumpfert and high-born Nobel Eggleston. In the course of her quest for the wealth, culture, and social position that will permit her marriage to Nobel, Belle embarks on an extravagant and varied career. In each adventure, Belle is accompanied by an admiring male and each startling resolution moves her one step closer to her goal.

    "Little Me" started life as a fictional memoir of a talent-less movie star called Belle Poitrine, whose story was told through a series of photographs. It was written by Patrick Dennis (Auntie Mame) with photographs by Chris Alexander. Cy Feuer and Ernest Martin (the hottest producers on Broadway at the time) pulled together a relatively new and young creative team consisting of Neil Simon (book), Carolyn Leigh (music) and Cy Coleman (lyrics), Bob Fosse directed and choreographed, and Sid Caesar played seven roles and changed into 36 costumes at each performance. The idea of making the leading role a man came from Neil who had worked with Sid on his historic TV program "Your Show of Shows."

    "Little Me" had a recent revival at the Roundabout Theatre Company in NYC in 1998 starring the one and only Martin Short as all 8 characters this time, and Faith Prince as Belle. The show opened to rave reviews and won Mr. Short his first Tony Award. "Little Me" is genuine entertainment that is unafraid to be funny, tuneful, and different.

    I want to thank all those who have supported this production and a big thank you to my talented cast and staff! All of you have made this performance a success!

    Now, sit back and enjoy the show!