BERLIN  – The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre is pleased to announce its production of the classic and fun Neil Simon and Burt Bacharach musical, “Promises, Promises”, directed by Kris McMurray.
Based on the motion picture “The Apartment”, “Promises, Promises” is the story of a nice guy in a world where niceness goes un-noticed and un-rewarded. Chuck Baxter, originally played in the 1968 Broadway production by the late-great, Jerry Orbach, wants to be a romantic figure, and yet girls can’t seem to remember his name. Chuck wants a promotion in his Manhattan Insurance office and the head of personnel is oblivious. That is, until certain executives notice Chuck not for his skills, but for his apartment. There’s a trade off, promotion for Chuck for some alone time in Chuck’s apartment with their mistresses. But are promises broken or promises kept? Find out in this wacky and wonderful musical featuring such famous tunes as “I’ll Never Fall in Love Again”, Turkey Lurkey Time”, and the title song, “Promises, Promises”, plus many, many more.

Starring in the lead role of Chuck is Matthew Marrero who despite his youth is no stranger to the stage. Matthew’s comic timing and charming nature lend well on the stage, as well as doubling as choreographer for the show. Matthew’s other leading roles have included Barry Bochman in “Hello Madduh, Hello Fadduh”, Herman in “The Most Happy Fella” and most recently Eugene Morris Jerome in “Biloxi Blues”

Matthew Marrero and  the beautiful Jeanne Caillouette

Starring as Chuck’s love interest that doesn’t seem to notice him is Jeanne Caillouette as Fran Kubelik. Jeanne is a veteran at the Cabaret and has a voice as clear as crystal. Her and Matthew make a strong performing couple in this musical. Jeanne has been seen in many shows including “Carousel” as Julie Jordan, “The Most Happy Fella” as Rosabella, and “No Way To Treat a Lady” as Sarah.

Co-starring as the personnel manager that creates the “love triangle”, Mr. Sheldrake is Tom Roohr. Tom adds a spark to the show with his comical ways and baritone voice. Tom has been seen in many shows including “Private Lives”, “Annie Get Your Gun” as Buffalo Bill, and most recently as Sergeant Toomey in “Biloxi Blues”. Fred Desimini also co-star as the nosey and yet fatherly Doctor Dreyfuss, with a big booming voice and sarcastic streak. Fred has been seen in many shows such as “The Most Happy Fella” as Tony, “Nunsense-Amen” as Mother Superior, and “Sugarbabies” as The Top Banana.
The show consists of a large and energetic cast of characters, dancers, and singers. Cheats, liars and drunks. All surrounded by this fun Burt Bacharach score and book by funny-man Neil Simon. Don’t miss this one. You’ll leave humming a few tunes and we promise that you’ll want to keep your “Promises, Promises”.

Matthew Marrero and the foxy JeanneCaillouette