Saturday Night Fever, The Musical

SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER - COMPAGNIA DELLA RANCIA | Musical
Duration: approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes including intermission

Saturday Night Fever, the musical, produced under license from Broadway Licensing, is inspired by the 1977 Paramount/RSO film as well as the story of Nik Cohn, the English writer who explored new trends in nightlife and the disco scene, featuring the captivating soundtrack by the Bee Gees. The direction draws on the immersive shots of the 1977 film, including the unforgettable tracking shot with a young John Travolta, bringing freshness and contemporary relevance to the story of Italian-American Tony Manero, a character who defined a generation. On stage, 21 performers bring the legendary hits of the Bee Gees to life. From Stayin’ Alive and Night Fever to You Should Be Dancing and How Deep Is Your Love, these worldwide disco hits also symbolize the culture of the 1970s, anthems of freedom, courage, and the fight against marginalization. Some song lyrics were translated by Franco Travaglio, while the pieces accompanying the scenes set in the 2001 Odyssey are performed in English.

The musical follows the film’s plot: Tony works in a paint store and leads a monotonous life during the week, but on Saturday night he becomes the “king” of the 2001 Odyssey nightclub, admired by all for his style and incredible dancing skills. The story explores self-discovery, youthful ambitions, family and social tensions, and the desire for redemption, all set against the vibrant disco scene of the 1970s. With dreams of a better life away from Brooklyn, Tony sees dance as his escape. Meeting Stephanie Mangano, determined and ambitious, who wants to move to Manhattan to build her career, marks a turning point for both. Together, they decide to enter a dance competition that could change their destiny.

Program and cast

Based on the Paramount/RSO film and the story by Nik Cohn
Adapted for the stage by Robert Stigwood
In collaboration with Bill Oakes – North American Version
Written by Sean Cercone and David Abbinanti
Original music and lyrics: Bee Gees
Arrangements and orchestrations: David Abbinanti
Italian text and lyrics translation and adaptation: Franco Travaglio

Featuring:
SIMONE SASSUDELLI: Tony Manero
GAIA SOPRANO: Stephanie Mangano
JESSICA LORUSSO: Annette
NATASCIA FONZETTI: Dj Monty
ALICE GRASSO: Cand

Choreography: Chris Baldock
Musical direction: Andrea Calandrini
Set design: Lele Moreschi
Costumes: Riccardo Sgaramella
Lighting design: Francesco Vignati
Sound design: Enrico Porcelli
Director: MAURO SIMONE
Organizer: Antico Teatro Pagliano