Attack of the Elvis Impersonators is a 2017 Off-Broadway musical-parody with a book, music and lyrics by Lory Lazarus.[1] The musical features original songs based on the music of singer Elvis Presley. It was inspired by Elvis impersonator culture.
Production
editThe Off-Broadway production opened at the Lion Theatre of Theatre Row, New York City, on June 15, 2017.[2] It was directed by Don Stephenson and choreographed by Melissa Zambrema.[2] The musical direction, arrangements, and orchestrations were by Benjamin Rauhala.[2] The cast featured Eric Sciotto and Laura Woyasz in the lead roles.[2] The show closed on July 30.[3]
Synopsis
editThe ghost of Elvis possesses a rock star and convinces his followers that world peace can only be achieved if everyone becomes an Elvis impersonator and joins the religion of "Hound Dog".[2]
Characters
edit- Drac Frenzie: Burnt out rock star who becomes an Elvis Impersonator and starts the religion of "Hound Dog"
- Prissy Bordeaux: News reporter who falls in love with Frenzie
- Antichrist: Drac Frenzie's biggest fan who wants to conquer the world
References
edit- ^ Reilly, Darryl (June 20, 2017). "Attack of the Elvis Impersonators – The Lion Theatre, Theatre Row". TheaterScene.net. Archived from the original on September 9, 2017. Retrieved February 23, 2020.
- ^ a b c d e "Attack of the Elvis Impersonators Musical Finds Its Cast". Playbill. April 10, 2017. Retrieved February 2, 2023.
- ^ McCall, Tulis (June 16, 2017). "Attack of the Elvis Impersonators". New York Theatre Guide. Retrieved April 13, 2020.
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