0000001786 00000 n Lucy: And you also have some faults, but for the moment, let's just say You could open any doors. You could go out and do anything! To learn more, check out our transcription guide or visit our transcribers forum. Happiness is a fleeting thing,Sally,but I think that a man can come closer to it by directing the forces of his life to a single goal that he believes in.And I think that a man's personal search for happiness is not really a selfish thing,either,because by achieving happiness himself,he can help others to find it.Does that make sense to you? 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. After Baseball Orchestra17b. That doesn't sound right. Based on The Comic Strip Peanuts by Charles M. SchulzBook, Music and Lyrics by Clark GesnerAdditional Dialogue by Michael MayerAdditional Music and Lyrics by Andrew Lippa, Original Direction for this version of You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown by Michael MayerOriginally Produced in New York by Arthur Whitelaw and Gene Persson. And they don't, Original New York productions and U.S. tours. With a heart such as yours. /H [ 1217 181 ] Lucy then clears it up by saying that Charlie Brown is unique the way he is, then asks for the five cent price ("The Doctor Is In"). I want you to take a good look at Charlie Brown's face. Lucy describes her aspirations of becoming QUEEN.Meilee Cond. The Musical. Yes, I would say this is one of the finest examples of a failure face you're gonna see for a long while. Audition Monologues from You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown Overview- The whole gang is here: bossy Lucy is hopelessly in love with piano prodigy Schroeder who doesn't give her the time of day, perfectionist Sally is still mocking blanket-toting Linus, Snoopy is in the doghouse, and "blockhead," himself, Charlie Brown, is in rare form. 0 Lucy then clears it up by saying that Charlie Brown is unique the way he is, then asks for the five cent price ("The Doctor Is In"). Gesner wrote most of the book, although the rest was credited to John Gordon, a "collective pseudonym" that covers Gesner, the cast members and the production staff, all of whom worked together to assemble the script. Later, Charlie Brown comes across Lucy teaching Linus about nature the way she views it, with "facts" such as bugs pulling the grass to make it grow or snow coming out of the ground in winter. 8 0 obj Later, Charlie Brown sees a happy Schroeder spreading the word of Beethoven's birthday and pulling together a celebration. After Lucy talks of her dream of becoming a queen. And we know you will go very far. This is what you call a failure face. This is for you, Lucy, Happy Valentine's Day. With that realization, he concludes that today hasn't been so bad, after all, and he's done a lot of things that make him happy. You're a good man, Charlie Brown, The musical has been a popular choice for amateur theatre productions because of its small cast and simple staging. O'Donnell joined in with the cast to close her show by performing the finale as the credits rolled. Lucy: Every single solitary word A good man? Lucy: Do you know what I intend? Charlie Brown: So tell me. (Lucy enters.) The gathered friends sing a little about their individual thoughts of "Happiness" and then they go off, leaving Lucy to make a very un-Lucy-like gesture: she tells Charlie Brown what a good man he is.None of the cast is actually six years old. [8] Prior to its opening, the musical had no actual libretto; it was several vignettes with a musical number for each one. . Lucy: Get on the bus. How could anyone get a "C" in coat hanger sculpture? You rarely see such a good example. The pantomime "Rabbit Chasing" has an entirely new musical score. But for the moment let's just say. [gasps] SHE'S LOOKING AT ME!! You have humility, nobility We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. Yes it's hard to believe, Snoopy: Woof! [50] This version was the first animated depiction of Snoopy with comprehensible dialogue, voiced by Robert Towers, who previously portrayed the role in the 1967 Los Angeles production alongside Burghoff as Charlie Brown and Judy Kaye as Lucy. You have humility, nobility You believe what you're told Guide written by Alyssa Yates Rebecca Ballenger endobj As he reaches out, she shakes his hand firmly, then tells him, "You're a good man, Charlie Brown.". But I lie awake at night, with questions in my ear. 3 0 obj [14] A 1970 U.S. tour lasted 202 performances on the road. The original production of "You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown" opened on March 7, 1967 at Theatre 80 St. Marks in Greenwich Village, NYC and became a smash hi. Sally was then used for the 2016 revival as well. Press Esc to cancel. All: You're a good man, [42], Brantley did praise some of the cast, saying, "Kristin Chenoweth's performance as Sally will be the part that should seal her reputation. Musical numbers include "My Blanket and Me," "The Kite," "The Baseball Game," "Little Known Facts," "Suppertime," and "Happiness." 0000023602 00000 n To START: Hold! You're thoughtful, brave and courteous, Act Two roars in with Snoopy lost in another world atop his dog house. After all, science has shown that a person's character isn't really established until he's at least five years old. You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown (Original), Strong Role for Leading Man (Star Vehicle), YOURE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN (ORIGINAL), YOURE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN (REVISED), Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella (Broadway Version). Would you please hold still a minute, Charlie Brown? You could be King Charlie Brown. 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. Quick Change: Ice Cream - Orchestra11. The Peanuts gang performs the classic Broadway musical. Note: The three new songs added to the show ("Beethoven Day", "Rabbit Chasing", and "My New Philosophy") are by Andrew Lippa. Lucy: Now, Linus. I'm more than five. One of these days I'm going to have my supper in the yellow dish and my drinking water in the red dish. This is only an estimate. NOTE: You are not required to perform the entire show! After some mishaps, the team finally manages to make some progress. Snoopy bursts into song about his craving for supper until Charlie Brown firmly tells him to eat his meal ("Suppertime"). Age Range: Kids | Teens | Late Teens | 20's, Summary: Lucy daydreams of becoming a queen. Quick! 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. At Schroeder's Glee Club, Patty is the only one to arrive early. "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"). This is for you Lucy, Happy Valentine's Day. If you would like to give a public performance of this monologue, please obtain authorization from the appropriate licensor. You're the kind of the reminder we need. Others: Charlie Brown Charlie Brown Charlie Brown: Trying not to rock the boat. This is my report on the past: "The past has always interested people. 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.It is based on the characters created by cartoonist Charles M. Schulz in his comic strip Peanuts.The musical has been a popular choice for amateur theatre productions because of its small cast and simple staging. ( Now, this is what you call a failure face, Linus. Charlie Brown soon discovers a pencil which has been dropped by the Little Red-Haired Girl (his perennial crush). /Type /XObject Notice how it has failure written all over it. Snoopy: Woof! And then it is evening. Thievery! After the girls leave, Linus decides to relax with his blanket until he can outgrow it ("My Blanket and Me"). You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown: Directed by Sam Jaimes. Yes it's hard to believe, All: Youre a good man, Charlie Brown! With a heart such as yours, you could open any doors. Quick Change: Spaghetti Orchestra5. << 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? 3 34 Youre a Good Man, Charlie Brown Sally, Lucy, Schroeder, Charlie Brown & Linus2a. With a heart such as yours, you could open any doors. [22] After the tour ended on January 17, 1999, the revival opened on February 4, 1999, and closed on June 13, 1999, having played 14 previews and 149 performances. Never try to discuss marriage with a musician! [9][10] Joseph Hardy directed and choreographer Patricia Birch was billed as "Assistant to the Director". The special was produced by Charles M. Schulz Creative Associates and Mendelson . Others:You're a good man, Charlie Brown, \l_oY#,#]0}z$zQ\g@QE QE QE QE QE QE QE QE QE QE QE QE QE QE QE QE WT1`/w?f,H^[RN\-Kzu]Y|,T#aT.hBxu'tU (he puts his lunchbag over his head.) You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown is a musical comedy with music and lyrics by Clark Gesner, based on the characters created by cartoonist Charles M. Schulz in his comic strip Peanuts. No one has ever called me "Sugar Lips". /Height 93 Notice the deep lines, the dull, vacant look in the eyes. 0 You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown: Directed by Walter C. Miller. [29], The musical was revived at the Off-Broadway York Theatre Company. Well, lunchtime is among the worst times of the day for me. Schroeder: Get on the bus. Before you proceed, please double-check to ensure that you are applying for the version you want. >> /Font << /F1 9 0 R /F2 13 0 R /F3 17 0 R /F4 25 0 R >> >> /MediaBox [ 0 0 612 792 ] Charlie Brown: But I am five. ( Study it carefully, Linus, you rarely see such a good example. Study it carefully, Linus. We then watch as four of our friends go through their individual struggles with the homework assignment of writing a hundred word essay of Peter Rabbit in "The Book Report.". Lucy: And you also have some faults, but for the moment, let's just say This page was last edited on 21 April 2021, at 17:01. [19][20] The whole original Toronto cast reprised their roles for West End. With charm, wit, and heart, You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown explores life through the eyes of Charlie Brown and his friends in the Peanuts gang. However, he cannot find the courage to do so, and puts a paper bag over his head. /Type /ExtGState stream The scenic and musical enhancements were especially harmful, it seemed to me; the unassuming, child-size characters were overwhelmed Which is not to say that the 1999 music department did a bad job; it's simply that the concept of a big, new 'You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown' worked against the inherent qualities of the material. Linus enters, holding his blanket and sucking his thumb. Manage all your favorite fandoms in one place! Fees and availability are subject to change during the application process. The cost and license availability quoted are estimates only and may differ when you apply for a license. That evening, Snoopy complains that he hasn't been fed yet, and begins to overly complicate and dramatize the matter until Charlie Brown shows up with his dinner. >> 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. This is for you Lucy(He hands her the card) Merry Christmas. Monologues are presented on StageAgent for educational purposes only. You rarely see such a good example. Start planning your production with a cost estimate you can save and share with your team. PLEASE BE ADVISED: There are multiple versions of this title. Sally gets a D for her pathetic coat-hanger sculpture. You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown (TV special), https://en.wikiquote.org/w/index.php?title=You%27re_a_Good_Man,_Charlie_Brown&oldid=2953582. She's not looking at me! The fight spreads, and Charlie Brown decides to leave with his angry friends, leaving Schroeder and Snoopy the only ones singing ("Glee Club Rehearsal"). [38][39][40], The off-Broadway production was well received, with The Village Voice praising the simplistic set and "strikingly talented" cast. In his imagination, he is defeated by the Red Baron and returns to the aerodrome in France ("The Red Baron"). Linus: I really don't think you have anything to worry about, Charlie Brown. "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. You're a prince, and a prince could be king! When I grow up I'm going to be the biggest queen there ever was. You could be king! Manage Settings Yes, but I confess, Wong as Linus, Ilana Levine as Lucy, and Stanley Wayne Mathis as Schroeder. /Size 37 Charlie Brown: All I need is one more try. 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. Quick Change: Art Orchestra12. And a prince could be king. You have humility, nobility SHE'S LOOKING AT ME!! Today everyone is calling him a "good man". He begins to daydream about being a wild jungle beast. Promoting your show has never been easier! LUCY: Now Linus, I want you to take a good look at Charlie Brown's face. Happiness is great musical theatre! 0000046257 00000 n trailer You could go out and do anything. 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, while Sally and Snoopy continue to chase rabbits ("The Book Report"). Would you please hold still a minute, Charlie Brown? 0000000017 00000 n %%EOF Seeking 2 Actor Team for Spring A medley of "Happiness" and "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" is performed as the cast comes out for a final curtain call. /Width 338 0000034830 00000 n Linus: I really don't think you have anything to worry about, Charlie Brown. she's HUMAN!" /Lang (en-US) 0000055618 00000 n Concord offers a full suite of resources to help you put on the show of a lifetime! ( You're a good man, Charlie Brown, Its usually just a matter of knowing the right people.well. Study it carefully. [37], Articles about the 1999 revision while it was in previews noted that the one difference between the original production and the 1999 version was that the latter reflected the increased ethnic diversity of casting over the decades that had passed, with Schroeder being played by an African American actor (Mathis) and Linus by an Asian American (Wong). His stupidity, his clumsiness, his inferiority and his lack of confidence, his I don't know what they mean. This revue of songs and vignettes, based on the beloved Charles Schulz comic strip, is the ideal first show for those who would like to do a musical. Linus denies, and Lucy decides to cultivate her life for her "natural beauty" ("Queen Lucy"). Adding bass and percussion to the piano has broadened the rhythmic pulse of the music and sharpened its edge. Don't know what they mean. Are you mad? Others: You're a good man, Charlie Brown. Notice the deep lines. As he examines it, he discovers that "there are teeth-marks all over it . if I cant be a queen, then Ill be very rich then I will buy myself a queendom. You could be king! Linus/Sally(Overlapping): Bravely facing adversity. Seeking 2 Actor Team for Spring Disclaimer: Daily Actor at times uses affiliate links to sites like Amazon.com, streaming services, and others. 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