Professional Theatre
Community Theatre
College/University
High School/Secondary
Movement
Minimal
Tech
Minimal
Overview
**Faust, but make it indie rock.** *Analog and Vinyl* tackles one of the most timeless legends in literature by swapping out the German necromancers and tagging in the hipsters.
With its refreshing and funny take on the brokenhearted and wandering, this eccentric romantic comedy sneaks in some serious metaphysical and philosophical quandaries amongst its toe-tapping tunes: the eclectic and modern score has been infused with the influences of Elvis Costello, Ben Folds, Stephen Sondheim, The Beatles and Brian Wilson.
Three actors. A four-piece band. One soul for sale. And a devil who's looking to buy.
*“*The world premiere of *Analog & Vinyl*, now running at the Weston Playhouse in Weston, Vermont, **is exactly what theater should be**—a living example of entertainment, storytelling, and commentary all rolled into one engaging evening. ...the audience was clearly **delighted by its youthful energy, memorable tunes, and modern perspective”. --** *Berkshire Fine Arts*
”This charming tale, that mixes Nora Ephron film-like romance with the Faust legend, is set to a most **attractive score**. What separates the songs from the usual derivative fare of rock musicals are unusually **poignant lyrics and spicy harmonic language.** The result is an **unexpected freshness**.” -- *Vermont Today*
"We hope to offend EVERYONE with our irreverent take on spiritual themes often unexplored in rock musicals." *- Paul Gordon, creator.*
Plot
Harrison is obsessed with LPs from the sixties, the superior quality of analog, and trying to keep his vintage record store from going under. Rodeo Girl, a quirky Silverlake hipster, is obsessed with Harrison but he barely notices. That is, until a mysterious stranger makes them a devilish offer they can’t refuse.
Photos
Preston Sadleir, Beth Glover, and Sarah Stiles: Weston PlayhouseBeth Glover: Weston PlayhousePreston Sadleir and Sarah Stiles: Weston PlayhouseSarah Stiles and Preston Sadleir: Weston PlayhouseMichael Berresse, Paul Gordon, Brian Fenkart, Sarah Stiles and Harriett Harris in rehearsal: 25th Annual Festival of New MusicalsPhoto by Ric Kallaher
Videos
Music
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Instrumentation
Orchestra size
Small
Orchestration for instruments
PianoDrumsBass GuitarGuitar
Casting
2f, 1m
Female principals
2
Male principals
1
HARRISON
Principal
The owner of a vinyl record store.
RODEO GIRL
Principal
A Silverlake hipster.
THE STRANGER
Principal
A mysterious stranger.
Materials
The materials fee includes:
Digital scripts
For all cast and crew members
Orchestra Sheet Music
Available for an additional fee:
60-Minute Talkback with the Creators
$300
A 60-minute Zoom/Google Meet with one or more of the show's creator(s). Licensees and guests can ask questions, share experiences, and hear about the artistic journey of the show and creative team. This can be scheduled before or after the performances. If we are unable to make scheduling work, the cost will be refunded.
Video Recording License
$300
License to create an archival recording of the show that may be distributed to the cast and crew. This does not allow publicly posting the performance.
Prices are for informational purposes only and are non-binding until your contract is signed.
“Analog and Vinyl” by Paul Gordon and Michael Berresse is available for licensing exclusively through Uproar Theatrics for professional, community, college/university, and high school productions.
