The Other side
book and lyrics Paul Western Pittard music and lyrics Yuri Worontschak
The Other side
book and lyrics Paul Western Pittard music and lyrics Yuri Worontschak
The Other Side
Another musical by the Lizardry pair, Yuri and Paul. Osten is a internet super fan but afraid to leave his own apartment. He lives a vicarious life through Marika, a Euro- pop star. But when Marika apparently dies he finds himself in an emotional vacuum. The musical is a story of freedom, obsession and love in a post truth age. What's it really like on the other side?
The Other Side
Another musical by the Lizardry pair, Yuri and Paul. Osten is a internet super fan but afraid to leave his own apartment. He lives a vicarious life through Marika, a Euro- pop star. But when Marika apparently dies he finds himself in an emotional vacuum. The musical is a story of freedom, obsession and love in a post truth age. What's it really like on the other side?
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"Cruising Broadway" is a whimsical and comedic musical that follows struggling Broadway producer Max Titus and his partner, Captain Abdul Habib, as they attempt to revive their old cruise ship show to save their careers. Without the rights to "Cats," they advertise it, drawing in Justine Casey of Rainbow Tours, who books the entire ship.
Alongside their eccentric crew—Chase Manhattan, Chocha Nina, and Shoorah—the show is prepared aboard the Queen of the Seas. As they set sail, a storm throws the ship off course, leading to encounters with historical figures like Blackbeard and Amelia Earhart. Lost at sea, Max and the Captain hide the truth from passengers, continuing to perform to maintain morale. Meanwhile, Justine and Shoorah bond and secrets about the ship’s strange situation begin to surface. Despite the growing absurdity, the passengers embrace the chaos, transforming the ship into a floating Broadway paradise.
Instead of despairing, they create a joyful and harmonious community where every night is filled with laughter and performances. "Cruising Broadway" celebrates resilience and the enduring power of theatre as the characters make the best of their circumstances and find happiness in their new "Boatopia."
Streaming Series Breakdown
Episode 1: "Anchors Aweigh
Max Titus, a struggling Broadway producer, and his partner, Captain Abdul Habib, are introduced as they face financial ruin. Their plan to reboot their past Broadway-at-sea musical collides with reality when they falsely advertise a production of *Cats* to attract bookings. An eclectic cast of characters, including Chase Manhattan, Chocha Nina, and Shoorah, joins the venture. Meanwhile, Justine Casey lands a job at Rainbow Tours, hiding her true self while viewing this cruise as a personal escape.
Episode 2: "Rehearsals and Rumbles"
The crew gathers in a dilapidated rehearsal space. Egos and personalities clash during chaotic rehearsals as the cast prepares for a half-baked, *Cats*-esque number. Shoorah bonds with Justine, who begins to suspect the truth about the production. Victor Mature, a shallow French influencer, arrives and immediately creates tension, particularly affecting Max and Abdul’s relationship.
Episode 3: "All Aboard the Chaos"
As passengers board, the show officially begins. Justine investigates the cruise's low standards while Rainbow Tours passengers grow restless over the lack of the promised *Cats*. Amidst the tension, unexpected dynamics emerge: Shoorah becomes smitten with Justine, and Victor Mature flirts shamelessly with Abdul, testing his relationship with Max. Strange weather signals the crew's impending doom.
Episode 4: "Into the Vortex"
The ship becomes lost in the Bermuda Triangle, encountering fantastical visitors such as Blackbeard, Amelia Earhart, and the crew of the Mary Celeste. Max, grappling with guilt and pressure, sinks back into gambling, while Shoorah and Justine’s relationship intensifies. The performers unexpectedly bond with the Triangle’s inhabitants, creating an otherworldly Broadway revue.
Episode 5: "Broadway in Limbo"
To calm the passengers, Max produces a dazzling and bizarre variety show featuring the Triangle’s visitors. The pirates, Amelia Earhart, and the crew of the Mary Celeste perform increasingly absurd acts. Meanwhile, Justine and Shoorah reconcile, while Max and Abdul confront the fractures in their relationship. Victor Mature’s antics lead to comedic fallout when he hijacks the bingo microphone to announce their doom.
Episode 6: "Boatopia"
The characters unite to embrace their new reality. Max and Abdul rekindle their relationship, Justine and Shoorah fully commit to each other, and the passengers accept their fate, transforming the ship into a floating Broadway utopia. Each character finds a place in this eccentric, timeless community. In a heartfelt finale, the cast honors Broadway’s legacy while forging their own.