The Evolution of Mann
by Dan Elish, Douglas J Cohen

Off-Broadway
The Evolution of Mann Book Cover
The Evolution of Mann Cover

Highlights

90 mins Present Day Expandable Casting Strong Role for Leading Man (Star Vehicle) Unit Set/Multiple Settings Contemporary Costumes/Street Clothes

Synopsis

Henry Mann, a 30-something-year-old single New Yorker, is eager to settle down… or so he thinks.

After receiving an invitation to his ex-fiancée’s wedding, Henry and his lesbian roommate embark on a quest to find his soulmate, his perfect date.

Three actors play a host of colorful roles in this charming, contemporary romantic comedy.

For more, visit theevolutionofmannmusical.com .

Press Reviews

"A sweet, lighthearted look at one millennial navigating the ups and downs of relationships through trial and error."

— DC Metro Theater Arts

"A great date musical for an audience that might not want the typical musical theatre experience… any adult could relate to the heart of the show. It’s a witty how-to for establishing lasting relationships."

— Broadway World

Characters

Character
Actor One
HENRY MANN

Our eager and romantically-challenged hero, 32 years old, recently invited to his ex-fiancée’s wedding; legal proofreader by night, frustrated writer by day. Henry is someone with one foot rooted in the past who spends much of his time projecting into the future.

Actor Two
GWEN

Henry’s best friend and roommate; gay, recently split from her wife.

HARVEY TRITONE

A lounge singer.

JIM

An ex-boyfriend.

JAY GATSBY

The fictional hero of The Great Gatsby.

TIMES SQUARE’S NAKED COWBOY
MRS. MANN

Henry’s mother.

Actor Three
SHEILA

Henry’s ex-fiancée; beautiful, refined, but in love with someone else.

TAMAR

Henry’s current love interest; charming, vivacious, but with a somewhat checkered romantic past.

CHRISTINE

A sweet third grade teacher with a great jump shot and a barely perceptible unibrow.

DAISY BUCHANAN

The fictional heroine of The Great Gatsby.

NATALIE

A girl in the park.

MELLOW VOICE

The MC at the Sleepy Wheel, a folk bar.

WOMAN’S VOICE

A mystery woman who leaves forthright phone messages.

Videos

Max Crumm sings “It’s Only a First Date”

Publication

ISBN-13 9780573708169
ISBN-10 0573708169

The Evolution of Mann is a play written by Dan Elish and published by Concord Theatricals .

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