The Bassoonist
Johann Geyersbach has one dream, to become the most famed bassoonist in all of Europe. However, his teacher doesn’t believe in him. His teacher: Johann Sebastian Bach. Based on one of the most famous fights of Baroque music.
The Bassoonist by Sean P. Mette
1 Actor with additional 2-3 recorded voice over opportunities (53 minutes)
Cast:
Johann Geyersbach
Note: This production is currently being re-developed into a 4-5 actor cast. This show was originally created to be performed during the Covid-19 pandemic in which a multi cast show was not available. When finished, both versions of the show will be available.
Press
FRINGE 2020 REVIEW: The Bassoonist (Rick Pender, Cincinnati City Beat)
Autumn Kaleidoscope Makes Its Case in The Bassoonist at Cincy Fringe: Why Baroque music may have been the punk rock of the day, Bach carried a dagger, and why you should never insult a man’s bassoon (Ricky and Dana Young-Howze, The Young-Howze Theater Journal)
Original Production Cast
Johann Geyersbach - Sean P. Mette Barbara Catherina Bachin (Voice Over) - Liz Carman Magistrate (Voice Over) - Brian Mette The Proprietress (Voice Over) - Mary Ann Mette
Directed by Sean P. Mette
The Bassoonist premiered May 29th at the Cincinnati Fringe Festival.
