Glorious!
The True Story of Florence Foster Jenkins,
The Worst Singer in the World
By Peter Quilter
April 13, 14, 15, 2023
Directed by Dave Maynard
Produced by Betty Jean Quinn & Pat Darlington
Glorious!” is based on the life of Florence Foster Jenkins, the legendary New York heiress and socialite who wanted to be a great operatic diva despite having one of the worst signing voices in history, and who used all her money, charm and unstoppable willpower to make it happen.
“Very funny and captivating – fantastic job”
“Excellent imaginative throughout”
“Loved it!”
“The play was fantastic! Can’t wait for the next one.”
“It was so well done”
“Congratulations to all. What an outstanding performance.”
“I laughed so hard I cried.”
Glorious was nominated in three categories for 2024 FQTA Arlequin awards:
Best Comedy
Best Actor – David Gobby as St. Clair
Best supporting actor – Mariève Guérin as Maria
The Cast
| Betty Jean Quinn | Florence Foster Jenkins |
| Matthew Whitelaw | Cosmé McMoon |
| Mariève Guérin | Maria |
| David Gobby | St. Clair |
| Emily Fleming | Dorothy |
| Anita Haas | Mrs Verrinder-Gedge |
Voice of the radio announcer by Derek Quinn
Incidental music by Jean-Guy Richard
Transition pieces sung by Andrea Rubio
