It Should've Been You is the title of a number-one R&B single by Teddy Pendergrass. [9], The cast reunited for a one-night-only performance at the 92nd Street Y on March 5, 2018.[10]. About It Should've Been You. Free returns are available for the shipping address you chose. After Georgette, assuming a cheerful tone, takes a few back-handed jabs at her, Judy emulates her demeanor to hurl shots back at her, including pointing out Georgette's latest face lift ("Nice"). He didn't trust himself not to tell her after he promised Rebecca he wouldn't. Judy, an overbearing, talkative Jewish mother, barks commands at Jenny to make sure things are organized. Murray and Judy rejoice that their daughter is finally married. Georgette is in despair and grabs George to head for the bar. The musical ran on Broadway from March 17, 2015 (previews) to August 9, 2015. That triggers something in Annie, and she runs off with Greg and Brian immediately rushing after her to apologise. [8], The original Broadway production was nominated for six Outer Critics Circle Awards, three Drama League Awards and three Drama Desk Awards.[6]. Jenny and Albert walk in and catch the two couples in the act. However, what they don't realize is that Aunt Sheila was also in the bathroom (hooking up with a busboy) and has heard the whole thing. Rebecca tries to resist, but Judy says Jenny can use the dance to search for a husband. 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. 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"). He then says that he never loved Rebecca, but he always loved Jenny. It Shoulda Been You is a musical with music by Barbara Anselmi and book and lyrics by Brian Hargrove. [7], The show closed August 9, 2015 after 31 previews and 135 regular performances. Jenny reminisces with him, and it's revealed they did get together, but for some reason Marty stopped calling her and she never knew why ("Who"). 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"). Brian and Rebecca explain that they both met in college, and when they found out that each other was gay, they became close friends. At once innocent and wise, Clara is a protagonist worth rooting for as she searches for the truth about her sister’s death. Marty reluctantly agrees, and the wedding goes ahead. Jenny is happy for her sister, but sad for herself. Stream ad-free or purchase CD's and MP3s now on Amazon.com. It Shoulda Been You premiered at the George Street Playhouse, New Brunswick, New Jersey, on October 4, 2011 and closed on November 4. Everyone else leaves, and Jenny finishes dressing. He also gives Brian a pre-nuptial agreement and tells him to consider signing it before the wedding, completely unaware that Marty is hiding behind a plant and has heard their conversation. Jenny hugs Rebecca and tells her she is strong. As she goes into the bathroom, Judy compliments Rebecca on how stunning she looks before saying she wishes Jenny had found someone. Rebecca is shocked and runs off. 4.8 out of 5 stars 37 ratings. This is a true ensemble show, featuring a dozen standout roles from old to young, making it a terrific choice for theatres wanting to feature their outstanding talent. He rushes to the hotel. The duration of … Marty comes in and she impulsively kisses him. Rebecca tries to get up the nerve to tell them but ultimately chickens out. Marty happily agrees and the two marry ("Finale"). 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[CDATA[ 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"). Complete your Teddy Pendergrass collection. Outside the cathedral, Marty shows up one more time to try to convince Rebecca to call off the wedding. Jenny emerges in her dress, and Judy says she looks beautiful. Jenny rushes to her side, and Rebecca says that there's a smudge on her wedding dress—it must be a sign. !function(t,e,r){var n,s=t.getElementsByTagName(e)[0],i=/^http:/.test(t.location)? This article is about the 2015 musical. It was the last of three singles to reach the top spot on the chart for Pendergrass. [1][2], The musical ran at the Village Theatre, Issaquah, Washington and Everett, Washington from March 14, 2012 to May 20. It should’ve been me, you and I both know it and I know y/n does too. Judy and Murray come in to tell them the speeches are about to begin. 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. George says that now that Brian is getting married, he wants to try to have a closer relationship with him—something he and his own father never had ("Back in the Day"). Jenny and Marty concur, but Rebecca says she's tired of living a lie. On the other side of the hotel, Marty arrives and is instantly spotted by Murray, who expresses his joy over seeing him before. He continues, saying that if she wants him, he wants to start a romantic relationship or whatever she wants ("Whatever"). It Should've Been You song from the album Truly Blessed is released on Feb 1991 . Judy follows her and tries to see what's the matter while still giving her orders about details of the wedding, but Jenny has none of it. The musical was directed by David Hyde Pierce and starred Tyne Daly (Judy Steinberg), Lisa Howard (Jenny Steinberg) and Harriet Harris (Georgette Howard). The bride and groom share their mutual excitement and fears ("This Day (Opening)"). 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"). Apparently no one told this to the authors of "It Shoulda Been You," a cliché-ridden musical now playing at the George Street Playhouse in New Brunswick, N.J. Listen to Teddy Pendergrass It Should've Been You MP3 song. Follow @genius [6], On June 26, 2015, Tyne Daly made a curtain speech honoring the legalization of same-sex marriage in the United States. It Shoulda Been You Broadway in 2015 - It Shoulda Been You It Shoulda Been You, is a musical comedy for anyone with parents. 'Cause it should've been you It should've been you I could be wrapped around your arms instead of being lonely It should've been you Another time, another place I just know You could've been the one who made me feel home What a crime, and what a shame to let go, ooh-ooh-ooh It should've been you Another time, another place I just know Rebecca and Jenny beg Judy to be polite. To the delight of Rebecca and Brian, both of their parents are accepting of their sexuality. Jenny says it is too soon, being that they never even dated. That finally sets Jenny off, and she storms away. I miss you so fucking much.” Your heart breaks at your fathers’ words, he’s become so riddled with guilt and it’s all because you snapped. While trying to keep things together, Jenny accidentally calls Rebecca's ex, Marty, and lets it slip the wedding is taking place that day. 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"). "[4], The musical premiered on Broadway at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre with previews from March 17, 2015 with an official opening on April 14, 2015. Follow @genius on Twitter for updates However, Marty appeals to their longtime friendship and all the times that he has been there for her. Rebecca and Brian, now in a private room, are just glad things went ahead ("A Perfect Ending"). “It Shoulda Been You,” which opened on Tuesday night at the Brooks Atkinson Theater, confirms the sad truth that weddings — those supposed celebrations of everlasting love — … Judy and Murray are Jenny and Rebecca's parents. He called the musical "highly entertaining. The bridal party gets their hair and makeup done, and tensions between the conservative Christian Georgette and open Jewish Judy are running high. Brian and George try to talk Rebecca out of revealing her sexuality on the day of the wedding. The musical was presented by the 4th Wall Theatre, Bloomfield, New Jersey in June 2017. She decides that she's tired of being pushed around and mocked; she's going to have a quick fling and throw caution to the wind ("Jenny's Blues"). Murray admits that he wishes it were Marty marrying Rebecca instead of Brian. Jenny hears this conversation as she exits the bathroom and is embarrassed. Judy suggests that it would be easier for Jenny to find someone if she lost weight. The bride is Jewish. She reluctantly agrees to give him only a few short minutes with Rebecca. It Shoulda Been You (Original Broadway Cast Recording) Various (Artist) Format: Audio CD. He is joined by Judy, the drunken Uncle Morty, and flirtatious Aunt Sheila, who all echo this sentiment ("It Shoulda Been You"). //]]>, Sorry, we have to make sure you're a human before we can show you this page. Marty arrives and throws everything into disarray when he announces the plans for the pre-nuptial agreement. After they got over the shock, Annie and Greg accept it, and they all decided to raise the child together. At the St George Hotel, it is the morning of Rebecca Steinberg and Brian Howard's wedding. It’s always been you.’ ‘But-’ … It should've been you It should've been me It would've been all those things in life Was meant to be But if I had you, oh babe This time you'd see You would have all my love I kept inside of me (I kept inside) Well, have you got somebody else Yes, I've got somebody too But you know I've finally realized No one could ever take the place of you, no [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. 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. In 1991, the song spent one week at number one on the US R&B chart. “Gripping and relevant, It Should Have Been You captivates readers with its authentic voice and well-crafted mystery. Discovered using Shazam, the … Jenny starts panicking that the wedding will be over before it's begun. Last night, it was just a stupid attempt to distract myself but… it should’ve been you. Full Synopsis Materials and Orchestration Featured it should've been you Memes See All. [5] The production was directed by David Hyde Pierce with choreography by Josh Rhodes, sets by Anna Louizos, costumes by William Ivey Long, and lighting by Ken Billington. Jenny and Marty both admit they have flaws, but they love each other, so it doesn't matter ("Perfect/Whatever" Reprise). In 1991, the song spent one week at number one on the US R&B chart. Listen to It Should've Been You by Teddy Pendergrass, 28,364 Shazams, featuring on Teddy Pendergrass Essentials, and Hip-Hop/R&B Hits: 1991 Apple Music playlists. Discover releases, reviews, credits, songs, and more about Teddy Pendergrass - It Should've Been You at Discogs. When things seem to settle, the best man, Greg, comes in and announces that Rebecca wants to stop the wedding. Albert comes in and says that Rebecca is about to tell Judy and Murray that she's gay. //