Attack of the Elvis Impersonators is a 2017 Off-Broadway musical-parody with a book, music and lyrics by Lory Lazarus.[1] The musical features original songs based on the music of singer Elvis Presley. It was inspired by Elvis impersonator culture.

Production

The Off-Broadway production opened at the Lion Theatre of Theatre Row, New York City, on June 15, 2017.[2] It was directed by Don Stephenson and choreographed by Melissa Zambrema.[2] The musical direction, arrangements, and orchestrations were by Benjamin Rauhala.[2] The cast featured Eric Sciotto and Laura Woyasz in the lead roles.[2] The show closed on July 30.[3]

Synopsis

The ghost of Elvis possesses a rock star and convinces his followers that world peace can only be achieved if everyone becomes an Elvis impersonator and joins the religion of "Hound Dog".[2]

Characters

  • Drac Frenzie: Burnt out rock star who becomes an Elvis Impersonator and starts the religion of "Hound Dog"
  • Prissy Bordeaux: News reporter who falls in love with Frenzie
  • Antichrist: Drac Frenzie's biggest fan who wants to conquer the world

References

  1. ↑ Reilly, Darryl (June 20, 2017). "Attack of the Elvis Impersonators – The Lion Theatre, Theatre Row". TheaterScene.net. Archived from the original on September 9, 2017. Retrieved February 23, 2020.
  2. 1 2 3 4 5 "Attack of the Elvis Impersonators Musical Finds Its Cast". Playbill. April 10, 2017. Retrieved February 2, 2023.
  3. ↑ McCall, Tulis (June 16, 2017). "Attack of the Elvis Impersonators". New York Theatre Guide. Retrieved April 13, 2020.


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