Featuring music and lyrics by Tony Award winner and a book by Andrew Bergman � the director and screenwriter of the original film � the musical is directed by with choreography by .
Opening night at Paper Mill is scheduled for Oct. 6. Performances will continue through Oct. 27.
The cast is led by as Tommy Korman, a widowed and unscrupulous gambler looking for another shot at love; Tony nominee as Jack Singer; and as Betsy Nolan. The three artists are joined by Tony nominee as Bea Singer, as Johnny Sandwich, as Tony Rocky/Roy Bacon and as Mahi.
The ensemble comprises Matt Allen, , , , , Daniel J. Edwards, , , , Sarah Marie Jenkins, Max Kumangai, Raymond Lee, George Merrick, and .
Honeymoon in Vegas, according to press notes, "is an insanely funny musical that tells the tale of Jack Singer (McClure), a guy with an extraordinary fear of marriage, who finally overcomes his phobia and goes to Las Vegas to wed his longtime girlfriend, Betsy (O’Malley). Enter Tommy Korman (Danza), a widowed and unscrupulous gambler looking for another shot at love. Tommy spots Betsy, who bears an uncanny resemblance to his late wife, and the game is afoot." The production also features music direction by Thomas Murray, orchestrations by , scenic design by , costume design by Brian Hemesath, lighting design by , sound design by Randy Hansen and hair and wig design by Bettie O. Rogers.
It's a busy season for composer Brown, whose other new musical, The Bridges of Madison County, will arrive on Broadway in 2014. His two-person musical, The Last Five Years, recently enjoyed a revival presented by Second Stage Theatre.
Tickets range from $27-$98 and may be purchased by calling (973) 376-4343, at the Paper Mill Playhouse Box Office at 22 Brookside Drive in Millburn, or online at .
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