The Telephone
Aug 08, 2020 · 25m
Director
Daisy EvansOverview
A witty, modern digital adaptation of Gian Carlo Menotti’s 1947 one-act romantic comedy opera, relocated from its original Manhattan setting to the bar of the King’s Theatre in Edinburgh. Earnestly lovable Ben attempts to propose marriage to Lucy before catching a train at Waverley Station, but his stuttering efforts are constantly frustrated by her complete obsession with her mobile phone. Commissioned by the Edinburgh International Festival for the 'My Light Shines On' lockdown project.
Cast of The Telephone
Crew of The Telephone
Daisy EvansDirector
Gian Carlo MenottiOriginal Music Composer, Writer- Andrew LockyerProducer
- Carlo D'AlessandroDirector of Photography
- Stuart StratfordMusic Director
- Loren ElsteinProduction Designer
- Sefa UcbasFocus Puller
- Philip HobbsSound Director
- Hedd Morfett-JonesSound Engineer
- Robert McDougallLocation Sound Recordist
- Derrick RitchieLighting Technician
- Joe BreslinLighting Technician
- Alexander HarrisScript Supervisor
- Alasdair McLeanMusic Coordinator
- Lucy WaltersAssociate Producer
- Lynn TonnerManager of Operations
- Susannah WapshottMusic Coordinator
- Neil FoulisBest Boy Grip
- Barry McDonaldBest Boy Grip
- Gordon GrantMusic Coordinator
About The Telephone
What is The Telephone about?
A witty, modern digital adaptation of Gian Carlo Menotti’s 1947 one-act romantic comedy opera, relocated from its original Manhattan setting to the bar of the King’s Theatre in Edinburgh. Earnestly lovable Ben attempts to propose marriage to Lucy before catching a train at Waverley Station, but his stuttering efforts are constantly frustrated by her complete obsession with her mobile phone…
When was The Telephone released?
The Telephone was released on August 8, 2020.
How long is The Telephone?
The Telephone runs 25 minutes.
Who directed The Telephone?
The Telephone was directed by Daisy Evans.
Who is in the cast of The Telephone?
The cast of The Telephone includes Soraya Mafi (Lucy), Jonathan McGovern (Ben) and Hannah Birkin (Bartender).