LET ME BE THE ONE

Full length musical comedy
2 males, 5 females plus ensemble
Male characters: Andy, Nicky
Female characters: Jackie, Sally, Sarah, Cathy, Jojo*
(*can be switched to male if required)
Duration: 2 hours approx
Target audience: adult, teen (age 14-18)

PLOT SUMMARY

Andy has been a lifelong fan of the Eurovision Song Contest. Born on the night of the contest in 1975, he has followed it since babyhood. His friend Nicky has also harboured a passion for the contest ever since he could stay up late enough to watch the voting. Travelling to the contest each year, they are fully immersed in its every aspect, from the conventions and cruises to the blogs, odds and all night events.

Following the 2019 contest and another last place for the UK, Andy and Nicky dare to dream that they can revive the UK's Eurovision reputation. What begins as a vague idea winds up as a full-on Eurovision adventure. Can the two of them change the fortunes of the UK for the better with the help of the UK Eurovision fans?

LET ME BE THE ONE premiered on 24^th Oct 2019 at Frazer Theatre in Knaresborough, Harrogate.

SONGS

There are 23 songs in this musical, 10 of which are short songs. It was originally scored for piano, keyboard, synth strings, synth bass, violin, ukulele and guitar with additional cajon. Extra parts for other instruments can be added as requested.