She's not looking at me! The Peanuts gang performs the classic Broadway musical. Well, I guess I've said about enough. (he removes his lunchbag) Whew! Others: That's right! You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown is a 1967 musical with music and lyrics by Clark Gesner and (in a 1999 revision) Andrew Lippa. Yes, I would say this is one of the finest examples of a Failure Face that you're liable to see for a long while. Was I being judged on the piece of sculpture itself? /ID [<3dfd64119a6ea853f9b19f7c9e74397c><3dfd64119a6ea853f9b19f7c9e74397c>] Snoopy: So what's wrong with making meal time a joyous occasion? Sally: Don't wanna be late for school! /Height 93 With a heart such as yours, you could open any doors. Alex Beam. Linus: Oh Well, that's the way it goes. Snoopy: Oh, You're a good man. Press Esc to cancel. You have humility, nobility Yes, but I confess, He goes through a scene, with him being a pilot searching for the Red Baron. Lucy tells her brother of her plans to one day rule over an entire country as its queen and live a life of luxury. ? /L 56388 O'Donnell joined in with the cast to close her show by performing the finale as the credits rolled. When everyone comes, it's chaos. You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown Character Schroeder Gender Male Age Range Young Adult, Adult Style Comedic Length Short Time Period Contemporary Show Type Musical Similar Monologues START: Sister? 0000055244 00000 n Seuss. With a heart such as yours you can open any doors I hope I haven't offended you or anything. Eventually Gesner sent Schulz a demo recording of some of the songs and Gesner soon had permission to properly record them, which he did in 1966. "Failure Face" Monologue ~ You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown 8,224 views Jun 24, 2010 12 Dislike Share Save Star2Be5394 139 subscribers Subscribe Another monologue, just learned today. Snoopy bursts into song about his craving for supper until Charlie Brown firmly tells him to eat his meal ("Suppertime"). La-la-la, la-la-la, la-la-la-la-la-la-la The piano player can double on keyboard synthesizer and kazoo; the bass player doubles on electric and acoustic bass, tenor recorder, and kazoo (in the original Broadway pit the bass player also doubled on acoustic and electric guitar); the woodwind part doubles on piccolo, flute, clarinet, soprano and alto sax, soprano recorder, and kazoo; the violin part also doubles on viola, alto recorder, kazoo, and tambourine. In fact, I can't remember her ever looking at me. 0000007502 00000 n The six-member Peanuts gang featured Joshua Colley as Charlie Brown, Gregory Diaz as Schroeder, Aidan Gemme as Snoopy, Milly Shapiro as Sally, Mavis Simpson-Ernst as Lucy, and Jeremy T. Villas as Linus. Lucy is simply babbling to fit the 100-word requirement, Schroeder is doing a "comparison" between the book and Robin Hood, Linus is doing an overcomplicated psychological analysis, and Charlie Brown hasn't even started out of worry ("The Book Report"). This adaptation of the 1967 musical You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown originally aired on the CBS network on November 6, 1985, and rebroadcast on June 14, 1988. Quick Change: Crabbiness Survey Orchestra17c. 0000001147 00000 n Sally: (overlapping) The only thing wrong with my big brother, Charlie Brown, is his lack of confidence; his inferiority and lack of confidence. In his imagination, he is defeated by the Red Baron and returns to the aerodrome in France ("The Red Baron"). A life of challenges. Later, Charlie Brown sees a happy Schroeder spreading the word of Beethoven's birthday and pulling together a celebration. You have humility, nobility and a sense of honor that is very rare indeed. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. Join StageAgent today and unlock amazing theatre resources and opportunities. The original Broadway revival recording was released by RCA Victor/BMG on March 9, 1999. Quick Changes: Coathanger Orchestra with Sally8. Notice the deep lines. You rarely see such a good example. However, producer Arthur Whitelaw, who would later go on to write another musical based on Peanuts, encouraged Gesner to turn the album into a musical. 0000054881 00000 n I know your crabbiness has probably become so natural to you that you're not even aware when you're being crabby, but it's true just the same. Lucy, Linus's tough big sister who always tries to get her way. The fight spreads, and Charlie Brown decides to leave with his angry friends, leaving Schroeder and Snoopy the only ones singing ("Glee Club Rehearsal"). Linus denies, and Lucy decides to cultivate her life for her "natural beauty" ("Queen Lucy"). Yes, I will buy myself a queendom and then Ill kick out the old queen and take over the whole operation myself. Eventually, he succeeds in doing this, and he enjoys a few minutes of triumph before the kite plummets to the ground ("The Kite"). This version was revived on Broadway in 1971 and played for 32 performances at the John Golden Theatre. ($p).NM]_OkQ'5zfK.$o;$zis5i;+@V$oh-QEtQ@ZjVWH0SUIy- Charlie Brown: "All good things must end", Later on, Linus and Lucy arrive home. (Theater column). /T 56202 You're a good man, Charlie Brown, Oooh, loud and deep. But this doesn't seem to make that much difference once we are into the play, because what they are saying to each other is with the openness of that early childhood time, and the obvious fact is that they are all really quite fond of each other.-Clark GesnerWHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE ORIGINAL VERSION OF THE SHOW AND THIS REVISED VERSION?In 1998 the authors and producers of the original 1967 musical show You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown decided it was time for a major revival of the work in a Broadway theatre. If I was judged on my effort then I was judged unfairly for I tried as hard as I could. 0000046257 00000 n . 0000022855 00000 n Others:You're a good man, Charlie Brown, The percussionist primarily plays drum set but doubles on vibraphone, bells, triangle, timpani, and xylophone, with the parts intended to be played with a synthesizer. 0000001786 00000 n How can anything go wrong on a day like this? Study it carefully, Linus, you rarely see such a good example. We and our partners share information on your use of this website to help improve your experience. And a sense of honor that is very rare indeed He decides to find out how he can really become a good person ("You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown"). Lucy then exclaims: "My Aunt Marion was right. I intend to be a queen. You have humility, nobility Almost frightening to conceive To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. On the other handI can't tell if she's looking, until I take it off! You could go out and do anything. Remember, this is a mood piece. 0000034562 00000 n I got a "C" on my coat hanger sculpture. At the time, Gesner had no plans for a musical based on this pre-production "concept album". 0000054715 00000 n Notice the deep lines. /Rotate 0 Now, this is what you call a Failure Face, Linus. Are you mad? Lucy: If only you weren't so wishy-washy. Learn more at Subplot Studio. But, if she isn't looking at me, then maybe I could take it off quickly and she'd never notice it. Well, I guess I'd better see what I've got. 6 0 obj Guaranteed to please audiences of all ages! Concord offers a full suite of resources to help you put on the show of a lifetime! Snoopy is lying on top of his doghouse, relaxing vacantly and peacefully. Schroeder: You are kind. Schroeder is aware of her feelings, but remains aloof as he plays his piano. It takes the form of a conversation, a largely one-sided one, between Lucy van Pelt and her younger brother Linus. I'm late! Charlie Brown: Some days I wake up early to watch the sunrise, and I think how beautiful it is, and how my whole life lies before me, and I get a very positive feeling about things. Concord Theatricals The instrumentation varies greatly and three kinds exist. 0000055050 00000 n I don't know what they mean. Schroeder is aware of her feelings, but remains aloof as he plays his piano. Would you please hold still a minute, Charlie Brown? See production, box office & company info, Bon Voyage, Charlie Brown (and Don't Come Back!! I can't think of any possible way you can become Queen. Type above and press Enter to search. After the girls leave, Linus decides to relax with his blanket until he can outgrow it ("My Blanket and Me"). Character: Lucy, Linus's tough big sister who always tries to get her way. That other team was trash talkin' us Charlie Brown.I got even with them though. . The dull vacant look in the eyes. Lucy: Now, Linus, I want you to take a good look at Charlie Brown's face. You can go out and do anything! /S 36 With a heart such as yours you can open any doors Lucy: Now Linus, I want you to take a good look at Charlie Browns face. Would you please hold still a minute, Charlie Brown, I want Linus to study your face. Linus: I really don't think you have anything to worry about, Charlie Brown. xref /Root 4 0 R With a heart such as yours. Linus puts down Dr. "Valentine's Day comes and goes with our hero receiving not one single valentine, which brings him to seek the temporary relief of Lucy's five-cent psychiatry booth ("The Doctor Is In"). Charlie Brown tries to correct her, but she retaliates with a false explanation, and Charlie Brown bangs his head against a tree in frustration ("Little Known Facts"). 250 W. 57th Street Charlie Brown: When do the good things start? Lunchtime IS among the worst times of the day for me. La-la-la-la-la, la-la-la Lucy and Sally show up and mock him for this habit. Nj(s( >! Lucy/Schroeder (Overlapping): You're a good man, Charlie Brown. On the other handit's very hard to breathe in here. << LUCY: Now Linus, I want you to take a good look at Charlie Brown's face. Study it carefully, Linus, you rarely see such a good example. 2", "Glee Club Rehearsal", and "Bows" was not included in the original cast recording. Schroeder: Get on the bus. Linus cheers her up by reminding her she has a little brother who loves her, remarking as she sobs in his shoulder "Every now and then I say the right thing!". Was I being judged on what I have learned about this project? 8 0 obj Snoopy: (overlapping) It is truly a dog's life. Today everyone is calling him a "good man". You may, at your option, perform your choice of scenes from the show, provided that the total running time for your performance (without intermission) is no less than 45 minutes. The two solo lines of the orchestration, woodwind and string, bring wonderful shades of color and texture to the sound. /BM /Normal Linus: I really don't think you have anything to worry about, Charlie Brown. Fees and availability are subject to change during the application process. New York, NY, Accessibility Statement Terms Privacy |StageAgent 2020. 0000007775 00000 n The animated version of Clark Gesner's play "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown", based of course on the beloved comic strip Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz is truly one of the most delightful and heart-warming and beautiful animated specials or let's get even broader, films that I've seen in a long time. If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. The little scenes then begin to accumulate, and we learn that Lucy's little brother, Linus, is thoughtful about many things but fanatical when it comes to the matter of his blanket; that Patty is sweet and utterly innocent; and that Charlie Brown's dog spends much if not most of his time thinking of being something else-a gorilla, a jungle cat, perhaps a handsome trophy or two-but that mostly his life is a pleasant one ("Snoopy").The events continue to trickle on. /Width 338 I wonder why she never looks at me? The production ran from May 24 June 26, 2016.[30][3]. /Length 93 The Doctor Is In Charlie Brown & Lucy10. Sally was then used for the 2016 revival as well. After tallying the score, she realizes that she, in reality, is really very crabby and becomes depressed. You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown Character Lucy Van Pelt Gender Female Age Range Young Adult, Adult Style Comedic Length Short Time Period Contemporary Show Type Musical Tags mean cruel bully Similar Monologues START: Hold! You're a good man, Charlie Brown, Then he notices the Little Red-Haired Girl and decides to go sit with her. Use section headers above different song parts like [Verse], [Chorus], etc. 3 34 This new score is complete with all the new vocal arrangements and a piano-reduction of the new accompanying orchestration. What a good man New York, NY, Ages 12-17: Camp Broadway Ensemble @ Carnegie Hall He daydreams that all the children are adoring him, and saying he's the best dog in the world. Gender: Female Age Range: Kids | Teens | Late Teens | 20's Summary: Lucy explains Charlie Brown's face to Linus More: Buy the Script of the Musical Click here to download the monologue Lucy is moved to conduct a personal survey to find out just how crabby she really is, and all the group gathers for a misbegotten rehearsal of a song they are to sing in assembly.It is "Suppertime," and Snoopy once more discovers what wild raptures just the mere presence of his full supper dish can send him into. You rarely see such a good example. Always having to sit here alone. Study it carefully, Linus. Why are you telling me? Schroeder: (overlapping) Did you know that Charlie Brown has never pitched a winning baseball game, never been able to keep a kite in the air, never won a game of checkers and never successfully punted a football? He goes through a scene, with him being a pilot searching for the Red Baron. /Interpolate true /Subtype /Image Why shouldn't she look at me? And we know you will go very far. In 1985, CBS aired a prime-time animated TV special based on the musical, also called You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown. Linus: I think Charlie Brown has nice hands. At Schroeder's Glee Club, Patty is the only one to arrive early. Just answer a few questions. Lucy: And you also have some faults, but for the moment, let's just say That doesn't sound right. You can do it if you just don't get nervous. I guess they're right! For the 1985 animated television adaptation, see, None of the cast is actually six years old. And a sense of honor that are very rare indeed. You are. Lucy expresses her deep infatuation with Schroeder and asks him what he thinks of the idea of marriage. Or was I being judged on my talent? You're a prince and a prince could be king Lucy: You're a good man, Charlie Brown, 0000035284 00000 n You bravely face adversity, 0000055618 00000 n /H [ 1217 181 ] /Resources << /ExtGState << /GS6 6 0 R /GS10 7 0 R >> /XObject << /X0 8 0 R You're cheerful through the day. Later, Lucy comes up to Schroeder again and talks about if they got married, and they were so poor that Schroeder had to sell his piano for saucepans, and, again, Schroeder cannot stand it. YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, HARLIE ROWN by Clark Gesner Failure Lucy: Now Linus, I want you to take a good look at Charlie Brown's face. 0000053215 00000 n Nobody should be kept from being a queen if she wants to be one. Peanuts Wiki is a FANDOM Comics Community. In this revival, the character of Patty was replaced with Sally Brown, inspired by the same change Schulz made in the animated TV adaptation. Young Children (Age 2 - 5), Mozart was writing symphonies when he was your age. [19][20] The whole original Toronto cast reprised their roles for West End. Genius is the ultimate source of music knowledge, created by scholars like you who share facts and insight about the songs and artists they love. And when you're really lonely, the peanut butter sticks to the roof of your mouth. You . Andrew Lippa. We must paint a picture with music and words- and concentrate! [9][10] Joseph Hardy directed and choreographer Patricia Birch was billed as "Assistant to the Director". "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" is a song from the 1967 stage musical and the 1985 animated TV special of the same name. Notice the deep lines, the dull, vacant look in the eyes. 0000055425 00000 n Then again, if I never take it off I'll never have to know if she was looking or not. Right then, he realizes being a "good man" means trying your best and making the most of the things you've been given in life. New York, NY, Linda Ray And then it is evening. You're a prince. 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