Directed by Chandler Spradling
About the Show:
Set in 1963 Brighton, England, One Man, Two Guvnors is a fast-paced, wildly funny farce full of mistaken identities, physical comedy, outrageous characters, and live music. This modern adaptation of the Italian commedia classic centers on Francis Henshall, a perpetually hungry, easily confused man who ends up working for two bosses—both of whom must not know about the other. Chaos and hilarity ensue.
Character Breakdown:
British dialects encouraged for all roles. Physical comedy experience a strong plus.
- Francis Henshall – (20s–40s) A fast-talking, perpetually hungry, and loveably dim man juggling two jobs. Physical comedy, ad-lib skills, and strong timing are essential. Central to the show.
- Rachel Crabbe – (20s–30s) Disguised as her dead twin brother. Smart, bold, and playing both sides. Must handle quick switches in tone and energy.
- Stanley Stubbers – (20s–40s) Upper-class twit and one of the two guvnors. Entitled, ridiculous, and hilariously oblivious.
- Pauline Clench – (20s–30s) Sweet but dim daughter of Charlie. Deeply in love with Alan.
- Alan Dangle – (20s–30s) Overly dramatic aspiring actor. Romantic, self-absorbed, and prone to monologuing.
- Charlie Clench – (50s–70s) Pauline’s rough-around-the-edges dad. Small-time gangster with a soft spot.
- Dolly – (30s–50s) Charlie’s bookkeeper. Sassy, sharp, and strong-willed. A great foil to Francis.
- Lloyd Boateng – (40s–60s) Ex-con turned pub owner. Wise, grounded, and dryly humorous.
- Harry Dangle – (40s–60s) Alan’s pretentious lawyer father. Formal, pompous, and ripe for parody.
- Alfie – (70s+) A doddering, frail waiter. Physical comedy role with falls, pratfalls, and great timing.
Ensemble roles may include hotel staff, townspeople, band members, etc. Some actors may play multiple parts.