
Tony n' Tina's Wedding
Musical
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Overview
Synopsis
Tony n' Tina's Wedding is an interactive dinner theatre experience that originated as an Off-Broadway show in the 1980s. The plot revolves around the wedding day of Tony Nunzio and Tina Vitale, an Italian-American couple living in New York City. The audience members become guests at the wedding and are invited to participate in the festivities, which include the ceremony, reception, and various interactions with the characters.
Throughout the evening, guests witness the unfolding drama among the eccentric members of Tony and Tina's families, including clashes between relatives, romantic entanglements, and comedic misunderstandings. The audience is encouraged to engage with the characters, offering congratulations, sharing anecdotes, and even joining in the dancing.
The show blends scripted scenes with improvisation, creating a unique and immersive theatrical experience where guests feel like they are attending a real wedding celebration. The overall atmosphere is light-hearted and entertaining, with plenty of humor and moments of genuine emotion.
Show Information
- Category
- Musical
- Age Guidance
- Youth (Y)/General Audiences (G)
- Number of Acts
- 2
- First Produced
- 1985
- Genres
- Comedy, Farce
- Settings
- Unit/Single Set
- Time & Place
- An Italian-American wedding reception
- Cast Size
- medium
- Dancing
- Musical Staging
- Ideal For
- Community Theatre, Regional Theatre, Includes Young Adult, Adult, Mature Adult, Elderly Characters, Medium Cast