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Spongebob the Musical
The Grand Opera House Belfast
Spongebob the Musical is based on an American television series originally written by Stephen Hillenburg. The show at the Grand Opera House will last for two hours, including the interval. The audio description for the show will take place at the performance on Thursday 1st June at 7.00pm. The audio describers will be Marie Abbott and Florence Stewart. Please take your seats ten minutes before the show begins to hear these audio description notes read out.
The Show
Who lives in a pineapple under the sea and became the hottest star on Broadway? Why, it's SpongeBob SquarePants! And now he’s ready to ride the wave to entertain and delight audiences in Belfast.
When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their humble home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea world! With lives hanging in the balance and all hope lost, a most unexpected hero rises up. The power of optimism really can save the world!
This show is colourful, noisy and joyful, an entertainment for children and adults alike.
The SpongeBob Musical is written by Kyle Jarrow and conceived by Tina Landau and features a tidal wave of original songs by the world’s most iconic rock and pop artists, including David Bowie and Aerosmith. Additional music by Tom Kitt.
Scenery
When we first enter the theatre we see a blue gauzy curtain behind which sea creatures move as if in an ocean. In the centre of the curtain are the words SPONGEBOB THE MUSICAL in capital letters. Hung from the theatre ceiling are deep blue pleated layers of fabric representing waves above the undersea town of Bikini Bottom. Light filters down like sunlight through the water and reflects on the stage floor sea bed.
On the right of the stage is a door with a wooden frame with a shell shaped sign above with the words “The Krusty Krab”. There is a picture of a burger above a porthole, and beneath it the words “Tasty Eats”. The porthole of the Krusty Krab café changes throughout the show. At times it is a fish tank, a clock face, a television screen and it will issue instructions to the audience to switch off mobile phones and refrain from using social media throughout the show, as well as various other words and images.
The serving counter of the Krusty Krab is in the shape of a rowing boat with an old fashioned metal till sitting on top.
On the left side of the stage is a misshapen bucket with a sign above it saying “Chum Bucket”. In the centre of the bucket is a rectangular computer screen which will also show various words or scenes as the show progresses. The screen is the communication heart of Karen, the computer wife of Sheldon Plankton, the evil rival of the Mr Krab who owns the other café.
At the back of the stage, and running across the length of it, is a sunken ship with upper and lower decks that look as if rust has eaten through parts of it, revealing open sections where various sea creatures live and where the band, The Electric Skates, plays live music throughout. The rivets around the port holes and galley doors light up in various colours as the show progresses. In the centre of the ship is a large porthole which becomes the Doomsday Clock.
The houses of the various residents of Bikini Bottom are mounted on wheels and can be moved around by the cast as desired. SpongeBob’s house is a large golden coloured pineapple mounted on wheels with a blue door in the centre. When the pineapple is turned round we see SpongeBob standing upright under yellow covers as if in bed.
Patrick’s house is a large brown rock with a central door and a sign saying “Patrick’s Rock”. When it opens up we see a large white cushion where Patrick sits. Later he will sit on a shell shaped throne.
Squidward’s house is a tall grey metal structure with an art deco design etched on it above a wooden square door.
Squirrel’s home is a tall triangular structure with a green tree with boughs painted at right angles.
The Lady Mayor makes her speeches to the citizens of Bikini Bottom from a set of high metal steps on wheels that has a handrail and a platform at the top.
The volcano is a tall red structure with a rounded peak that issues yellow and red smoke. Large glowing cracks run down the length of it. The mountains that SpongeBob and Squirrel must climb to reach the volcano are in two separate halves, each on wheels. When pushed together they form a mountain shaped structure with steps built into the back and with a handrail so that the cast can walk up them. These can be pushed apart and moved to different parts of the stage to represent the strenuous journey of SpongeBob and Squirrel as they make their way to the volcano summit.
At one point a rope is stretched between the two halves representing a chasm that our heroes have to transverse, hand over hand.
Lighting is used to great effect and gives the impression of life beneath an ocean. The sunken ship is home to the orchestra who play live music throughout. The vessel is lit up in different colours, such as a lurid green when Sheldon Plankton is making evil plans for the residents of Bikini Bottom or it can be red or blue depending on the scene. Coloured smoke creates an atmosphere when the volcano erupts.
The portholes in the doors of the two cafes convey messages and scenery as the show progresses. At times The Chum Bucket has a computer screen which lights up digitally when Karen, the computer wife of Sheldon, speaks. The Krusty Krab’s porthole becomes a television screen issuing bulletins on the situation as it develops in Bikini Bottom.
A lot of props are used in the show, the larger ones on wheels enabling the cast to move them around as required. Other props include a red food trolley, a bubble machine, a suitcase full of money bags, a large backpack belonging to SpongeBob, as well as a variety of other smaller props.
The orchestra become The Electric Skates, a rock and roll band, and play guitars, drums and keyboards, while the pirate band use guitars, and violins.
At one point SpongeBob performs a solo against a black curtain. The cast dressed in black make designs against the dark backdrop using yellow sponges. At one stage it looks like a face and in another it forms a set of stairs. Later in the show a glittering string curtain becomes the backdrop of the stage as Squid performs in a musical extravaganza.
Costumes
The characters in the musical wear very bright colours like pink, purple, green and turquoise, and some of the designs resemble characters from a sci-fi story comic - lycra leggings and one-piece outfits, long close fitting coats and jackets with wide lapels, and collars that stand up behind the garment. Some of the characters just wear t-shirts and trousers. Hair is also worn dyed or with coloured tips, and there are a number of flamboyant wigs in use. A few of the characters have coloured splotches on their face.
Some of the sea creatures wear large headdresses that resemble pink or white coral reefs.
CAST
Principal Characters
The role of Squidward Q.Tentacles is played by pop and musical superstar Gareth Gates. Tall and muscular, his chin-strap beard and hair are dyed light grey, and his hair is swept back from his forehead. He wears a light blue turquoise suit with purple lapels, and a top hat.
Spongebob Squarepants is played by Lewis Cornay. He is boyish and energetic and first appears wearing knee length brown check shorts with a bright yellow patterned shirt and red tie. Knee high socks and dark sneakers complete his outfit. Spongebob wears a large pair of glasses with blue frames, and his short straight hair is dyed blond and swept back from his forehead.
The drag artist Divina De Campo plays the role of Sheldon J. Plankton and wears a turquoise one-piece suit with a darker jacket on top, a large belt and knee-high heavy black boots. Sheldon has a black wig and tall black ears.
Eugene H. Krabs is played by Richard James Hunt . He is well built and appears wearing blue trousers, and orange top and white jacket. He is the owner of the Krusty Krab cafe. He has distinctive large red crabclaw gloves and sports a red hat.
Sandy Cheeks is played by Chrissie Bhima. Sandy is a young black woman who plays an American Squirrel who came to Bikini Bottom as a researcher. She helps in their quest to stop the volcano from erupting She wears a white padded close-fitting outfit of trousers, top and a silver waistcoat.
Patrick Star is played by Irfan Damani. The actor is tall and well built, and has dark hair and a neat beard and moustache. He wears shorts and a patterned short sleeve shirt and sports shoes.
The other cast members and Ensemble
The actors often play more than one role, and are also dancers and perform songs.
Theo Reece plays the role of Larry the Lobster
Sarah Freer , a young black woman, plays the part of Pearl
Hannah Lowther plays Karen
Rebecca Lisewski plays the role of Mayor.
Reece Kerridge plays the part of ole man Jenkins and a security guard.
Sam Beveridge, Jeremiah Olaleye, Eleanor Turiansky, Reece Batten, Reece Kerridge all play a number of roles.
There are 4 members of the the Electric Skates who play live music during the show.
Names of Director and Technical staff to follow.
Finally, the show is only made possible by the numerous other technicians, construction workers, managers, wardrobe and other staff members from the company and those who work at the Grand Opera House. The list is too long to name individually.
The Grand Opera House Belfast
Spongebob the Musical is based on an American television series originally written by Stephen Hillenburg. The show at the Grand Opera House will last for two hours, including the interval. The audio description for the show will take place at the performance on Thursday 1st June at 7.00pm. The audio describers will be Marie Abbott and Florence Stewart. Please take your seats ten minutes before the show begins to hear these audio description notes read out.
The Show
Who lives in a pineapple under the sea and became the hottest star on Broadway? Why, it's SpongeBob SquarePants! And now he’s ready to ride the wave to entertain and delight audiences in Belfast.
When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their humble home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea world! With lives hanging in the balance and all hope lost, a most unexpected hero rises up. The power of optimism really can save the world!
This show is colourful, noisy and joyful, an entertainment for children and adults alike.
The SpongeBob Musical is written by Kyle Jarrow and conceived by Tina Landau and features a tidal wave of original songs by the world’s most iconic rock and pop artists, including David Bowie and Aerosmith. Additional music by Tom Kitt.
Scenery
When we first enter the theatre we see a blue gauzy curtain behind which sea creatures move as if in an ocean. In the centre of the curtain are the words SPONGEBOB THE MUSICAL in capital letters. Hung from the theatre ceiling are deep blue pleated layers of fabric representing waves above the undersea town of Bikini Bottom. Light filters down like sunlight through the water and reflects on the stage floor sea bed.
On the right of the stage is a door with a wooden frame with a shell shaped sign above with the words “The Krusty Krab”. There is a picture of a burger above a porthole, and beneath it the words “Tasty Eats”. The porthole of the Krusty Krab café changes throughout the show. At times it is a fish tank, a clock face, a television screen and it will issue instructions to the audience to switch off mobile phones and refrain from using social media throughout the show, as well as various other words and images.
The serving counter of the Krusty Krab is in the shape of a rowing boat with an old fashioned metal till sitting on top.
On the left side of the stage is a misshapen bucket with a sign above it saying “Chum Bucket”. In the centre of the bucket is a rectangular computer screen which will also show various words or scenes as the show progresses. The screen is the communication heart of Karen, the computer wife of Sheldon Plankton, the evil rival of the Mr Krab who owns the other café.
At the back of the stage, and running across the length of it, is a sunken ship with upper and lower decks that look as if rust has eaten through parts of it, revealing open sections where various sea creatures live and where the band, The Electric Skates, plays live music throughout. The rivets around the port holes and galley doors light up in various colours as the show progresses. In the centre of the ship is a large porthole which becomes the Doomsday Clock.
The houses of the various residents of Bikini Bottom are mounted on wheels and can be moved around by the cast as desired. SpongeBob’s house is a large golden coloured pineapple mounted on wheels with a blue door in the centre. When the pineapple is turned round we see SpongeBob standing upright under yellow covers as if in bed.
Patrick’s house is a large brown rock with a central door and a sign saying “Patrick’s Rock”. When it opens up we see a large white cushion where Patrick sits. Later he will sit on a shell shaped throne.
Squidward’s house is a tall grey metal structure with an art deco design etched on it above a wooden square door.
Squirrel’s home is a tall triangular structure with a green tree with boughs painted at right angles.
The Lady Mayor makes her speeches to the citizens of Bikini Bottom from a set of high metal steps on wheels that has a handrail and a platform at the top.
The volcano is a tall red structure with a rounded peak that issues yellow and red smoke. Large glowing cracks run down the length of it. The mountains that SpongeBob and Squirrel must climb to reach the volcano are in two separate halves, each on wheels. When pushed together they form a mountain shaped structure with steps built into the back and with a handrail so that the cast can walk up them. These can be pushed apart and moved to different parts of the stage to represent the strenuous journey of SpongeBob and Squirrel as they make their way to the volcano summit.
At one point a rope is stretched between the two halves representing a chasm that our heroes have to transverse, hand over hand.
Lighting is used to great effect and gives the impression of life beneath an ocean. The sunken ship is home to the orchestra who play live music throughout. The vessel is lit up in different colours, such as a lurid green when Sheldon Plankton is making evil plans for the residents of Bikini Bottom or it can be red or blue depending on the scene. Coloured smoke creates an atmosphere when the volcano erupts.
The portholes in the doors of the two cafes convey messages and scenery as the show progresses. At times The Chum Bucket has a computer screen which lights up digitally when Karen, the computer wife of Sheldon, speaks. The Krusty Krab’s porthole becomes a television screen issuing bulletins on the situation as it develops in Bikini Bottom.
A lot of props are used in the show, the larger ones on wheels enabling the cast to move them around as required. Other props include a red food trolley, a bubble machine, a suitcase full of money bags, a large backpack belonging to SpongeBob, as well as a variety of other smaller props.
The orchestra become The Electric Skates, a rock and roll band, and play guitars, drums and keyboards, while the pirate band use guitars, and violins.
At one point SpongeBob performs a solo against a black curtain. The cast dressed in black make designs against the dark backdrop using yellow sponges. At one stage it looks like a face and in another it forms a set of stairs. Later in the show a glittering string curtain becomes the backdrop of the stage as Squid performs in a musical extravaganza.
Costumes
The characters in the musical wear very bright colours like pink, purple, green and turquoise, and some of the designs resemble characters from a sci-fi story comic - lycra leggings and one-piece outfits, long close fitting coats and jackets with wide lapels, and collars that stand up behind the garment. Some of the characters just wear t-shirts and trousers. Hair is also worn dyed or with coloured tips, and there are a number of flamboyant wigs in use. A few of the characters have coloured splotches on their face.
Some of the sea creatures wear large headdresses that resemble pink or white coral reefs.
CAST
Principal Characters
The role of Squidward Q.Tentacles is played by pop and musical superstar Gareth Gates. Tall and muscular, his chin-strap beard and hair are dyed light grey, and his hair is swept back from his forehead. He wears a light blue turquoise suit with purple lapels, and a top hat.
Spongebob Squarepants is played by Lewis Cornay. He is boyish and energetic and first appears wearing knee length brown check shorts with a bright yellow patterned shirt and red tie. Knee high socks and dark sneakers complete his outfit. Spongebob wears a large pair of glasses with blue frames, and his short straight hair is dyed blond and swept back from his forehead.
The drag artist Divina De Campo plays the role of Sheldon J. Plankton and wears a turquoise one-piece suit with a darker jacket on top, a large belt and knee-high heavy black boots. Sheldon has a black wig and tall black ears.
Eugene H. Krabs is played by Richard James Hunt . He is well built and appears wearing blue trousers, and orange top and white jacket. He is the owner of the Krusty Krab cafe. He has distinctive large red crabclaw gloves and sports a red hat.
Sandy Cheeks is played by Chrissie Bhima. Sandy is a young black woman who plays an American Squirrel who came to Bikini Bottom as a researcher. She helps in their quest to stop the volcano from erupting She wears a white padded close-fitting outfit of trousers, top and a silver waistcoat.
Patrick Star is played by Irfan Damani. The actor is tall and well built, and has dark hair and a neat beard and moustache. He wears shorts and a patterned short sleeve shirt and sports shoes.
The other cast members and Ensemble
The actors often play more than one role, and are also dancers and perform songs.
Theo Reece plays the role of Larry the Lobster
Sarah Freer , a young black woman, plays the part of Pearl
Hannah Lowther plays Karen
Rebecca Lisewski plays the role of Mayor.
Reece Kerridge plays the part of ole man Jenkins and a security guard.
Sam Beveridge, Jeremiah Olaleye, Eleanor Turiansky, Reece Batten, Reece Kerridge all play a number of roles.
There are 4 members of the the Electric Skates who play live music during the show.
Names of Director and Technical staff to follow.
Finally, the show is only made possible by the numerous other technicians, construction workers, managers, wardrobe and other staff members from the company and those who work at the Grand Opera House. The list is too long to name individually.
