Lucky Stiff

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The Cannon Theatre was excited to present this, their first musical-----a hysterically funny comedy.  
The musical is about Harry Witherspoon, an unassuming English shoe salesman, that lives an uneventful life in East Grinstead, England. His life takes a dramatic turn when he learns that his uncle Anthony, a casino manager from Atlantic City, has been killed. Harry learns that he stands to inherit $6,000,000 from his uncle – but only if he agrees to take his Uncle’s corpse on a trip to Monte Carlo. Otherwise, the money will all go to his uncle’s favorite charity, the Universal Dog Home of Brooklyn. In a quest to gain his uncle’s inheritance, Harry sets out to fulfill Anthony’s dying wish. However, in Monte Carlo, he meets a host of quirky characters who are also in hot pursuit of his uncle’s money.  

The musical was a huge success-----please take time to read some of the reviews here.

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Lucky Stiff Cast List


Harry Witherspoon:    Jon Forsyth

Annabel Glick:   Margaret Busse

Rita La Porta:   Mary Beth Fletcher

Vincent Di  Russio:   Josh Lapin

Luigi Gaudi:   Mike Pilman

Prosperous Woman, Solicitor,
French Emcee, Texan:   Mary Helan Turner

Lorry Driver, Clothing Salesgirl,
Croupier, Nun:    Lori Forsyth

Telegram Deliverer, Vicious Biker Punk,
Dapper Gambler, Leper:    Ben Satterfield

Mra. Loomis, French waitress on the train, bellhop,
French waitress in the club:   Margaret Park Bridges

Landlady, the Secretary, Nurse, Southern lady #1, Dancing
Portrait, Drunken maid:    Lindsay Barton

Spinster, Southern lady # 2, Dancing roulette wheel,
Dominique Du Monaco:    Erin Stevens

Dead Body:    John Valentine  

Director:    Shawn Cannon
Music Director:   Avi Lasser
Assist. Director/Producer:   David Nanto
Set Build/Technical Director:   Bret Bahe
Stage Manager:    Turtle Taber
Props:    Monica Pilman
Costumes:   Shawn Cannon
Lighting Tech:    Marta Ersland
Tech Backstage:   Jordyn Peterson
                                   Katie Slowe
                                 Matt Higgins
Tickets:   Rita McConnon

Lucky Stiff is #4 in Arts Boston Top Ten

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  • "Great Fun!!"
    Review posted by: CLP from Boxborough, MA, Apr 14, 2010


    This was great fun for the whole family and very professionally done. Engaging from start to finish, creatively presented, superb acting. This is one you don't want to miss!


  • "Hysterical musical!"
    Review posted by: C. Jones from Somerville, MA, Apr 06, 2010

    Loved this musical! The timing is impeccable, the actors are thoroughly engaging, and the music is catchy. Loved the intimate atmosphere of this delightful theater----it feels as if you are a part of the show! Go see it now---quick---before its too late!

  • "Surprisingly good for regional theater"
    Review posted by: mafra01 from Littleton, MA, Apr 06, 2010

    I was surprised at the talent and quality of shows available this far from the theatre district. This was a great way to spend the evening without driving into the city, paying to park, and fighting traffic. It's exciting to have decent entertainment available to everyone at an afordable price, and it is something I am proud to support in my community. The theatre is small so plan ahead and show support for the arts in our community!

  • "VERY FUNNY"
    Review posted by: Turtle from Ayer, MA, Apr 05, 2010


    I enjoyed this show sooo much. The dynamic between the actors was amazing. The comedy was great and I enjoyed the story line. Lovely little theater in Littleton, MA. Thoroughly enjoyed my time.

  • "Highly Engaging-Fun!"
    Review posted by: JBL from Littleton, MA, Apr 12, 2010
    This was a highly entertaining, really fun show. Actors exceeded my expectations, great atmosphere, great costumes and music!