The Story of My Life
A musical honoring lifelong friendship • Streaming February 5 – 28, 2021
Enjoy the magic of theatre anywhere you can access the internet. Rent the pre-recorded, fully staged production and stream it right to your computer, smartphone, or tablet.
While we may not be able to perform in person yet, Broadway Rose is thrilled to produce this musical and make it available to you in your home during this time of social isolation. Enjoy an evening of entertainment and help keep our staff and artists working during this crisis.
Best-selling author Thomas finds himself at a loss for words when faced with the task of eulogizing his lifelong friend, Alvin, after his mysterious death. As Thomas struggles to compose his thoughts, he is drawn into the library of his mind by the embodied memory of his friend. Through music and song, these two friends recount their humorous adventures, quibble about their past, and ultimately discover what is at the base of every strong friendship. Nominated for four Drama Desk Awards, The Story of My Life weaves songs and stories together to explore the unseen ripples we make in each other’s lives.
Directed by SHARON MARONEY
Music Direction by JEFFREY CHILDS
Music and Lyrics by NEIL BARTRAM
Book by BRIAN HILL
A message on safety: Broadway Rose has taken tremendous precautions to keep our staff and artists safe during the rehearsal and recording process. The small production team maintained social distance, wore masks, and adhered to stringent backstage protocols including personal hygiene, surface cleaning, temperature monitoring, and health surveys. The actors have been staged to maintain physical distance.
Content Advisories: The Story of My Life is recommended for ages 13 and older. The show contains mild profanity and themes of death and suicide. Click here for our Pre-viewing Sensory Guide for Children and Adults with Disabilities.
Run time is approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes.
Presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
Streaming is made available through ShowTix4U, a web browser-based video platform.
Title Sponsor
Show Sponsor
Bonnie Conger
Media Supporters
Cast
Alec Cameron Lugo
Andrew Wade
Creative
Directed by Sharon Maroney
Music Direction by Jeffrey Childs
Set Design by Sean O’Skea
Light Design by Phil McBeth
Costume Design by Allison Dawe
Prop Design by Liz Carlson and Jeff Duncan
Sound Design by Brian Karl Moen
Videography by Mark Daniels
Stage Manager Jessica Junor
Musicians
Piano Jeffrey Childs
News, Reviews, and Buzz
Midday Cabaret: CAST EDITION with Alec Cameron Lugo & Andrew Wade
by Broadway Rose
Watch a special episode Midday Cabaret: CAST EDITION with Alec Cameron Lugo & Andrew Wade from “The Story of My Life”! We chat with the actors, hear a couple performances, and take questions from our audience. Watch now.
Theater: Bard to the bone; whose life story is it, anyway?
by Bob Hicks
ArtsWatch, Feb. 19, 2021
What I felt while watching it, I realized, was something I’d been missing all these months: the simple yet very real pleasure of theatrical craftsmanship, presented by people who are skilled at what they’re doing. Read more.
BWW Review: THE STORY OF MY LIFE at Broadway Rose
by Krista Garver
BroadwayWorld.com, Feb. 15, 2021
THE STORY OF MY LIFE is a sweet, uncomplicated musical about friendship... As we make our way through this longest-ever-February, I highly recommend you find an evening to make a cup of cocoa, put on that favorite sweater, and enjoy… Read More.
The unseen ripples we make…
by Judy Nedry
JudyNedry.com, Feb. 11
…this production explores the fragility and enduring strengths of such friendships through Thomas’s recollections of his and Alvin’s time together…Should you opt to watch it–highly recommended–have a box of tissues handy! Read more.
Streaming now—The Story of My Life
by Tina Arth
Westside Theatre Reviews, Feb. 8
…one of the advantages of Broadway Rose’s 48-hour viewing window is that the shows can be seen more than once – and this play really demands a second visit. Read more.
Behind-the-Scenes at “The Story of My Life”
by Broadway Rose
Come with us behind-the-scenes of “The Story of My Life” to find out what’s different about making a musical for streaming, and what stays the same. Watch now.
