ABOUT
A Bronx Tale: High School Edition is a musical adaptation of the 1990 film A Bronx Tale, based on the one-man show by Chazz Palminteri. Set in the 1960s in the Bronx, it follows the story of a young boy named Calogero, who grows up in an Italian-American neighborhood. The story explores his relationship with two father figures: his hardworking, honest father, Lorenzo, and the local mob boss, Sonny, who offers Calogero a glimpse into a dangerous and glamorous world. As Calogero navigates the pressures of his environment, he must decide between loyalty to his family and the temptation of a life of crime.
The musical highlights themes of identity, loyalty, and the struggles of growing up in a tough neighborhood. With a vibrant doo-wop influenced score, A Bronx Tale: High School Edition captures the energy of the era while making the story accessible to younger audiences. It emphasizes the importance of making choices based on integrity and staying true to one’s values, even when faced with external pressures. The adaptation for high school performances offers a more streamlined and family-friendly version of the original, making it suitable for younger performers while still maintaining the emotional core of the story.
ROCS SOFTWARE
This show is available in the following formats:
- Show|Ready (rehearsal tool)
- Stage|Tracks (performance tool)
STAGE|TRACKS DEMO
SHOW|READY DEMO
LICENSING
You can license this show through Broadway Licensing: A Bronx Tale: High School Edition.
