The Full Monty

The Full Monty

Book by Terrence McNally

Music and Lyrics by David Yazbek

Orchestrations by Harold Wheeler
Vocal and Incidental Music Arrangements by Ted Sperling
Dance Music Arrangements by Zane Mark

Main Stage Theater 144

Apr 26 - May 19, 2024
 

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"For an evening filled with great humor, a terrific score and a dynamite cast and ensemble, don't miss your chance to catch a peek at "THE FULL MONTY". [T]here is no question that this staging...is a sure fire hit." - Kevin T. Baldwin, METRMAG

"With its terrific acting, singing, and dance, its seamless scenic, lighting, sound, props, and costume design and execution, and an incredible cast that includes swings and understudies at the ready when the show must go on, [The Umbrella’s production of] The Full Monty delivers the Full Package." - Linda Chin, Theater Mirror  

"Very good production poised between the sweet and the sexy, with an excellent veteran cast...who  give us full-throated, vivid, endearing characters." -- Joyce Kulhawik, Joyce's Choices 

Six friends. One outrageous idea. And a chance to make their dreams come true. 

Written by Tony Award®-winners Terrence McNally (Ragtime) and David Yazbek (The Band’s Visit), this Broadway hit musical tells a story that’s full of heart. You’ll be rooting for these down-on-their-luck pals from Buffalo, and wondering up until the very end if the strength that they find in each other gives them the individual courage to bare it all.

Based on the Motion Picture released by Fox Searchlight Pictures and written by Simon Beaufoy, produced by Uberto Pasolini and directed by Peter Cattaneo.

The Full Monty is presented by special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. mtishows.com

The musical The Full Monty is set in 1989 and follows a group of blue-collar steel workers. Contains strong language, adult themes, attempted self-harm, and brief nudity. We will continue to provide information and resources about the production and encourage audience members to use their personal judgement about attendance.

About The Director

Leigh Barrett is a beloved Boston based actor, singer & director. Although she received her Bachelor's degree in Voice Performance, opera emphasis, from Baldwin-Wallace Conservatory in Ohio, she has found her home in musical theatre. In her extensive career, Leigh has worked with some amazing companies throughout New England, including The Lyric Stage Company of Boston, SpeakEasy Stage Company, The Huntington Theatre Company, The Greater Boston Stage Company, The New Repertory Theatre, Reagle Music Theater, Wheelock Family Theatre, Gloucester Stage Company, Central Square Theatre, Moonbox Productions, Bridge Repertory Theater, Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater, and North Shore Music Theatre. She made her professional directorial debut with New Rep. She is also an independent vocal & acting coach.

Leigh currently resides in Reading with her husband and two sons. Leigh is a proud recipient of two Independent Reviewers of New England (I.R.N.E) awards and three Elliot Norton Awards for Outstanding Actor, as well as the 2018 Elliot Norton Prize for Sustained Excellence. Leigh is currently pursuing certification in Meisner in Music as well as certification in Emotional Regulation for the Artist and Voice Function.

Learn more about Leigh

• A Note from the Director: Leigh Barrett
• The Full Monty Digital Program

UPCOMING SPECIAL ENGAGEMENTS

• Sunday, May 5, 2024 3:00PM - Kid-Care Performance* - The Umbrella is pleased to offer our Kid-Care Show Program, giving parents and caregivers an opportunity to attend select performances while their child(ren) engage in art activities inspired by the production. This program aims to provide better access to arts and culture events and create a shared experience opportunity for families. Spaces are limited and can be reserved alongside ticket purchases.
• Sunday, May 5 and Thursday, May 16 - Post-show talkbacks - more information coming soon!
• Thursday Night Dinner-and-a-Show Specials: Thursdays in Concord are now a fun and easy entertainment Date Night thanks to optional pre-show dinners here at The Umbrella provided by Nosh restaurant and the Concord Market! Coming straight from work? Park free at The Umbrella, then take a load off and enjoy a delicious catered dinner, pick up beverage at concessions, and explore our free art galleries at your ease until it’s time for curtain!
  
  Our chef-planned menus for The Full Monty:
  Entree 1: Mushroom gnocchi with white sauce, garden salad, and a chocolate chip cookie
  Entree 2: Chicken parmesan with pasta and red sauce, garden salad, and a chocolate chip cookie

Rehearsal photos by Jim Sabitus