Prelude to a Kiss, The Musical
- By Caroline Lenher
Reimagined as an all-new musical, Prelude to a Kiss makes its World Premiere at South Coast Repertory. Craig Lucas’ 1990 Tony-nominated romantic comedy play premiered at SCR in 1988 before becoming a film starring Meg Ryan and Alec Baldwin.
Now refreshed, reimagined and elevated by a breathtaking score, the musical explores what happens when a mysterious guest shows up at Rita and Peter’s fairy tale wedding. The guest requests a kiss, testing the boundaries of true love and launching them on a journey of self-discovery that will change their lives forever.
Singer and songwriter Hannah Corneau (Elphaba in Wicked Broadway) stars as Rita. The incredible cast also features actor and playwright Jonathan Gillard Daly, Julie Garnyé (Come From Away national tour), Jimmie “J.J.” Jeter (Hamilton Broadway), James Moye and Conor Ryan. Artistic Director David Ivers directs Prelude to a Kiss, The Musical, which features lyrics by Drama Desk Nominee Sean Hartley and composer Daniel Messé (Amélie). The music is also by Messé.
Craig Lucas’ Prelude to a Kiss marks his seventh credit at SCR and first in ten years. Other productions include An American in Paris (2014), Amélie (2015) and Paradise Square, which earned a Tony nomination for Best Book of a Musical. Amélie was also a Tony nominee for Best Book.
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