PHHS Spring Musical: Dirty Rotten Scoundrels

Synopsis

Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" is a musical that brings the art of the con to the stage with charm, wit, and a good dose of humor. The story follows two con men living on the French Riviera. The suave and sophisticated Lawrence Jameson makes his lavish living by talking rich ladies out of their money, while the small-time and freewheeling crook Freddy Benson more humbly swindles women by waking their compassion with fabricated stories about his grandmother's failing health.

After meeting, they attempt to work together, only to find that this small French town isn't big enough for the two of them. They agree on a settlement: the first one to extract $50,000 from a young female target, heiress Christine Colgate, wins, and the other must leave town. A hilarious battle of cons ensues that will keep audiences laughing, humming, and guessing to the end. The musical features a series of twists and turns, vibrant characters, and a score that accentuates the comedic and cunning actions of its leads.