Jenny is happy for her sister, but sad for herself. It should have been you Could have been you It should have been you Could have been you Through pain, tears and heartache We see our love can't last It's time for new beginnings Can't live in … Murray and Judy rejoice that their daughter is finally married. But here we have full permission and it’s a gloriously guilty pleasure. As she goes into the bathroom, Judy compliments Rebecca on how stunning she looks before saying she wishes Jenny had found someone. There are only a few lines before she’s incoherent, lost in loony scatting. After the wedding, everyone gets ready for the reception. At the St George Hotel, it is the morning of Rebecca Steinberg and Brian Howard's wedding. Ultimately, I found comfort in knowing that there is a very good reason it should be ME and YOU, together doing what we thought was impossible. Her family has fallen apart, her mother can barely stand to look at her, and her sister's fan base believes Clara is the killer. I'm j and I play: musician, web guy, family man. Stream songs including "It Should Have Been You (Almighty Radio Mix)", "It Should … The musical premiered in New South Wales at The Independent Theatre in March 2017. Marty proposes to Jenny, saying he has been in love with her his whole life. $57.65 + shipping. Required fields are marked *. I saw you hang back now! With both sets of parents now alone together, they reflect over the events of the day, with the two mothers putting aside their differences because they are becoming a family ("That's Family"). [8], The original Broadway production was nominated for six Outer Critics Circle Awards, three Drama League Awards and three Drama Desk Awards.[6]. Rebecca is shocked and runs off. As he leaves, Georgette laments losing her son to another woman and wishes he had turned out gay, or at least waited until after she died to find someone ("Where Did I Go Wrong?"). Brian tries to confide in Georgette and tells her that he owes everything he has achieved in life to her. Annie, the "co-maid of honor", tries to talk to her along with Brian and Greg, until Brian insinuates that Annie has been too controlling over the wedding. Her family has fallen apart, her mother can barely stand to look at her, … Brian remembered that he had a trust fund in his name from his grandfather's will. I could be wrapped around your arms instead of being lonely. [6] The cast starred Tyne Daly, Sierra Boggess, Harriet Harris, Lisa Howard, David Burtka, Montego Glover, Chip Zien, Josh Grisetti, Adam Heller, Michael X. Martin, Anne L. Nathan, Nick Spangler and Edward Hibbert. He continues, saying that if she wants him, he wants to start a romantic relationship or whatever she wants ("Whatever"). Spurred by this quick wedding, Brian proposes to Greg and Rebecca to Annie, and they hurry off to make it a triple ceremony. Jenny says it is too soon, being that they never even dated. When Clara's sister was brutally murdered in their own home, Clara's life was turned upside down. Seller 98.9% positive. Move over photo to zoom. Oh, and the last line is “Someone loved me all night long”….haha. The musical was presented by the 4th Wall Theatre, Bloomfield, New Jersey in June 2017. Rebecca also reveals that she is pregnant with Brian's child as during a period of time when she struggled with her sexuality, she and Brian had a drunken fling. Listen to It Should Have Been You by Hannah Jones on Apple Music. [3] The talkinbroadway reviewer wrote that "Lyricist Hargrove and composer Anselmi have created a pleasant score, if not one that offers many tunes you'll be humming as you exit." He shares stories of all the weddings he's been involved in, pointing out that nothing has ever shocked him or prevented the ceremony from taking place ("Albert's Turn"). Rebecca tries to resist, but Judy says Jenny can use the dance to search for a husband. On the other side of the hotel, Marty arrives and is instantly spotted by Murray, who expresses his joy over seeing him before. Everyone else leaves, and Jenny finishes dressing. Jenny starts panicking that the wedding will be over before it's begun. [1][2], The musical ran at the Village Theatre, Issaquah, Washington and Everett, Washington from March 14, 2012 to May 20. Issues of identity, fame, and artistic talent add depth to a compulsively readable mystery. Even though I wanted to. Jenny hears this conversation as she exits the bathroom and is embarrassed. / "From the first sentence, through all of the twists and turns to the surprising ending, this book will hold you in its grasp and not let go." Judy and Murray are overjoyed that they will have a grandchild, and Georgette and George take glee in the fact that Brian's grandfather—a racist homophobe—would have hated it. Complete your Gwen Guthrie collection. At the reception, Greg and Annie perform a garish song to their secret lovers declaring their undying devotion under the pretense of having written it for the wedding ("Love you Till the Day"). To the delight of Rebecca and Brian, both of their parents are accepting of their sexuality. Your email address will not be published. [6], On June 26, 2015, Tyne Daly made a curtain speech honoring the legalization of same-sex marriage in the United States. The book and lyrics are by Brian Hargrove with music by Barbara Anselmi, and additional lyrics by Jill Abramovitz, Carla Rose Fisher, Michael Cooper, Ernie Lijoi and Will Randall. When a young woman with dreams of fame rents a billboard to … Release date is 1/30 Clara is still reeling from the murder of her sister Moura it has been five months and a lot of suspicion due to the fact that she was in the house while her sister was murdered. The two declare their feelings for each other and kiss. However, the stipulation was that he had to be married to a woman, so he convinced Rebecca to marry him. Jenny and Albert walk in and catch the two couples in the act. The bride and groom share their mutual excitement and fears ("This Day (Opening)"). Georgette is in despair and grabs George to head for the bar. Marty comes in and she impulsively kisses him. I never gave the key to you. For the Imelda May song, see, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical, "Cast Complete for New Musical 'It Shoulda Been You', Featuring Tyne Daly, Harriet Harris, Howard McGillin", "New Musical 'It Shoulda Been You' Begins Village Theatre Run March 14", " 'It Shoulda Been You' Broadway Production, Cast and Awards", "Tyne Daly Delivers Emotional IT SHOULDA BEEN YOU Curtain Speech in Honor of Gay Marriage Ruling", "Jenny's Blues: 'It Shoulda Been You' Plays Final Broadway Performance Today", "Tyne Daly, Sierra Boggess, and More Reunite for It Shoulda Been You Concert | Playbill", "Curious Incident Top Winner at Outer Critics Circle Awards", "2015 Drama League Awards Nominations Announced; More Than 45 Will Vie for Distinguished Performance Honor", "Drama Desk Nominations: 'Hamilton' Leads the Polls (FULL LIST)", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=It_Shoulda_Been_You&oldid=1008422796, Wikipedia articles with MusicBrainz work identifiers, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical, "It Shoulda Been You" – Murray, Marty, Judy, Aunt Sheila and Uncle Morty, "Albert's Turn" – Albert, Walt, Mimsy, Jenny, "Perfect/Whatever (Reprise)" – Marty and Jenny, "That's Family" – Judy, Georgette, Murray and George, This page was last edited on 23 February 2021, at 06:48. Makes me laugh, every time. What is it that is so tender and hilarious about bad singing done with utter conviction?! Should’ve sounds perilously like should of, however should of is not correct and should never be used. Completing this achievement is a requirement for smithing trimmed masterwork armour and for smithing a … Someone’s arms were big and strong, it should have been you.”, Your email address will not be published. She denies it as anything serious, but Marty continues pushing before letting it slip that he knew Rebecca was gay and that's why he couldn't call Jenny back. Judy and Murray admire her, and Judy tells Jenny to go get dressed. Someone left me on that log, it should have been you. Rebecca tries to explain things to Jenny, but she is interrupted by Judy telling them the reception is about to start. She says that love isn't about fairy tales—it takes time, and it involves taking risks and having the little moments that make a relationship come together ("What They Never Tell You"). "It Should Have Been You". They run off to find her. Jenny says she doesn't have a dress, but Albert has it covered and hurries her off to get ready. Should've been you Should've been you Do you realise? Her accent does totally cover that “n” though! You're a well respected man, but bullshit! Loving Caliber Lyrics. I warned you I was lonely, but you didn’t seem to care Jenny, Rebecca's sister, talks of her nerves before the wedding and how glad she is that she isn't the one having to have all the problems of a bride ("I Never Wanted This"). The musical involves a wedding which brings together the families who are quite, and comically, different. Judy and Murray come in to tell them the speeches are about to begin. Judy and Marty are shocked and demand an explanation for why they went through with the wedding. Marty happily agrees and the two marry ("Finale"). Directed by George Cukor. Image not available. The musical ran on Broadway from March 17, 2015 (previews) to August 9, 2015. It should've been you Another time, another place I just know, mmh, mmh-hm-hm It could've been you What a crime, and what a shame to let go, mmh, mmh-hm-hm Sometimes I just don't know what to do 'Cause it should've been you It should've been you. That finally sets Jenny off, and she storms away. Murray admits that he wishes it were Marty marrying Rebecca instead of Brian. It could've been you When we first got together We thought our love could stand the test Waitin', oh so long, I couldn't go for second best Only you can make me feel the way you do Broke my heart in two when you said our love is through It should've been you (Oh it should've been you) It could've been you (It could've been, should've been you) It should've been you It could've been you … it should have been you but it's your memory instead now regret is all I get to hold on to it should have been you i'm not saying we should make another run no we tried that once, way too many times i can't keep my heart from wishin' what it wants lord knows i don't keep you off my mind it should have been you chasing dreams with me it should have been you but now i'm breaking … Someone’s arms were big and strooong, it should have been you Thank you to Page Street Kids for a copy of the ARC in exchange for a fair review. 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