Synopsis
Burlesque musical entertainment from 1898, now available for stage and study.
A Bunch of Roses combines quick wit, playful music, and livelyCharacter-driven comedy in a one-act burlesque setting. Set in a country boarding house, it follows Mrs. Phoebe Ann Rose and her daughters as they collide with a charmingly clueless crew, delivering broad humor and audience-friendly skits without losing the era’s charm.
This edition presents a complete cast of characters, colorful costumes, and stage directions that capture the show’s lighthearted spirit. Expect humorous exchanges, homegrown songs, nursery-rhyme parodies, and a closing patriotic medley that invites audience participation.- Enjoy a fast-paced, ensemble burlesque with comic recitations, songs, and playful misunderstandings.
- Experience various vignettes, from mock “summer boarders” to spoof theatrical numbers and nursery-rhyme performances.
- See how audience-friendly humor and simple staging create a lively, nostalgic theatrical experience.
- Find practical directions for casting, costumes, props, and scene layout that suit amateur or classroom productions.
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