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A Man of No Importance is a musical based on a 1994 film about an amateur theatre group in Dublin and their leader, who wants to stage Salome at his church. The musical has had several productions in different countries and cities, and features songs by Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens.
A musical about a bus driver who stages Salome in 1960s Dublin, despite the opposition of the church and society. See photos, cast, creative team, and show dates of this evocative and award-winning show.
A musical drama about Alfie Byrne, a bus driver and theatre director in 1960s Dublin, who struggles with his sexual identity and his passion for Oscar Wilde's "Salome". Learn about the plot, characters, settings, and licensing information of this show.
Oct 30, 2022 · A Man of No Importance Through Dec. 18 at Classic Stage Company, Manhattan; classicstage.org. Running time: 1 hour 45 minutes.
Plot summary. Alfred Byrne is a closeted homosexual bus conductor in 1963 Dublin. His sister tries to find him a suitable woman, but his real passion is putting on amateur theatre productions of Oscar Wilde plays, particularly Salome. The film deals with his struggle, temptation, and friendships, and how they are affected by his homosexuality.
A musical about a bus conductor who loves Oscar Wilde and stages his play in 1964 Dublin. A tender and beautiful story of love, friendship and acceptance that won the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Musical.
Aug 16, 2017 · A Man of No Importance is a musical with music by Stephen Flaherty, lyrics by Lynn Ahrens and a book by Terrence McNally, based on the 1994 Albert Finney film, A Man...
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