Performance Photos by Lens of Athena: FALSETTOS, by Ground Floor Theatre to December 22, 2024

(Performance Photos by Lens of Athena)

 

Falsettos explores the complexities of love, family, and identity with humor and heart. Set against the backdrop of 1970s and 1980s New York, the story follows Marvin, who leaves his wife and son for a relationship with another man, Whizzer. As Marvin tries to maintain a sense of family with his ex-wife Trina, son Jason, and new partner, the characters navigate evolving relationships, societal changes, and the looming AIDS crisis. With a blend of wit, poignant moments, Falsettos is a moving reflection on the meaning of love, acceptance, and resilience.

Review by Michael Barnes, Austin Statesman, December 10, 2024

Review by Cat McCarry, Austin Chronicle, December 12, 2024

Age Recommendation: Thirteen and up for mature themes and language.  

Directed by Trace Turner with musical direction by Trey Shonkwiler and choreography by Richard Cerato. Book by William Finn and James Lapine and music and lyrics by William Finn. 

Originally written as two parts of a one-act musical trilogy, Falsettos premiered on Broadway in 1992. It was nominated for seven Tony Awards, winning Best Book and Best Original Score. The 2016 Broadway revival was nominated for five Tony Awards including Best Revival of a Musical. 

"Families are complex structures. As we grow and evolve our familial architecture must change with us, often into things we don't recognize in a 'normal' context. (Whatever normal means),” said director Turner. “Set at the turn of the decade of the 1980s, Falsettos follows a family whose world continues to change rapidly as their youngest nears his first steps into manhood. This heartwarming and, at times, hilarious musical shows us the joys, the sorrows, and the love we all need to build our foundations in order for us to grow.”

 

 

The cast includes Jacob Rosenbaum as Marvin, Megan DeYoung as Trina, Juno McQueen as Jason, Nicholas Hunter as Whizzer, Max Green as Mendel, Coty Ross as Dr. Charlotte, and Jessica Terán as Cordelia. 

The production includes scenic design by Maggie Armendariz, lighting design by Patrick Anthony, costume design by Jana Zek, sound design by Rodd Simonsen, intimacy direction by Andy Grapko, graphic design byErica Morales, and technical direction by Monroe Oxley. Stephanie Delk is production stage manager and Maxine Dillon is stage manager.

Book by William Finn and James Lapine, Music & Lyrics by William Finn

Directed by Trace Turner, musical direction by Trey Shonkwiler

Choreography by Richard Cerato

 

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Falsettos
by James Lapine, William Finn
Ground Floor Theatre

December 5 - 21, 2024

Thursday through Saturday nights at 7:30 PM and Sundays at 5:00 PM.

The “First Friday” performance on December 6 includes a reception.

Ground Floor Theatre, Austinm 979 Springdale Road, Suite 122, Austin, TX at the corner of Springdale and Airport.  

Ground Floor Theatre believes in “theatre for everyone” regardless of ability to pay, so tickets are always Pay What You Can. Suggested ticket price is $35 for general admission and $50 for VIP. VIP seating includes a reserved seat, a glass of bubbly and the assurance of helping GFT keep the Pay What You Can policy.

Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at groundfloortheatre.org/falsettos.