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We Are the Tigers

Full-Length Musical, Dark Comedy  /  10 any gender (adult)

Book, Lyrics, and Music by Preston Max Allen

The Tigers’ high school cheerleading squad is meeting for their annual sleepover at captain Riley’s house – and they've brought their teenage troubles with them. However, love triangles, a lustful boyfriend and hurt feelings won’t compare to the untimely death of one of their own in the front yard.

We Are the Tigers

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  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    10 any gender (adult)
  • Duration
    Duration
    More than 120 minutes (2 hours)
  • Audience
    Target Audience
    Adult, Teen (Age 14-18)
We Are the Tigers

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Summary

The Tigers’ high school cheerleading squad is meeting for their annual sleepover at captain Riley’s house – and they’ve brought plenty of their teenage troubles with them. Love triangles, a lustful boyfriend and hurt feelings over a now-viral cheer stunt gone wrong complicate their team-bonding activities. But so does the untimely death of one of their own in the front yard. Will that be the only murder? And who did it? With a pop-driven, belty score and a seriously silly book, We Are the Tigers will have audiences cheering for the Tigers as the Tigers learn to cheer for themselves.

History

We Are The Tigers premiered at the Hudson Backstage Theatre in Los Angeles, CA on 2 October 2015. It then had its off-Broadway debut at Theatre 80 St. Marks on 21 February 2019. 

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Performing Groups

RILEY – 17. The new captain of the Tigers cheerleading squad, enthusiastically obsessed with getting the team to Regionals for the first time in the school’s history. Inspired by and devoted to cheerleading, Riley is determined to keep her eye on the prize. VOCAL RANGE – effortless belt/mix to F#5.
CAIRO – 17. Riley’s best friend. Incredibly popular, used to easily getting everything she wants, rarely takes anything seriously. Despite her carefree façade, she’s not as empty-headed as the other girls think. VOCAL RANGE – effortless best/mix to G5.
KATE – 16. An ex-gymnast who only joined the squad to be closer to her best friend, Chess. Kate is sarcastic, angst-ridden and sees cheerleading as an insulting replacement for gymnastics. Fiercely loyal and unconcerned with popularity. VOCAL RANGE – open.
ANNLEIGH – 16. Well-intentioned but a little unhinged, extremely religious, and dedicated to living a morally sound lifestyle. Often burdened by taking care of her alcoholic step-sister and repressing her sexual urges for her boyfriend, Clark. VOCAL RANGE – effortless belt/mix to E5.
REESE – 17. The Tigers’ well-meaning mascot who desperately dreams of being on the squad and has worked for it her whole life. Doesn’t quite fit what she's been told is the cheerleader mold, but still daydreams of being an “it” girl. VOCAL RANGE – open.
FARRAH – 15. Annleigh’s step-sister, an excessive drinker, and the team’s resident “hot mess.” Despite a complicated history with the team, she's still hoping to find ways to connect and be taken seriously. VOCAL RANGE – open.
CHESS – 17. An almost-Olympian who lost her career after an intense knee injury. Seemingly upbeat and friendly but struggling with an addiction to pain medication. VOCAL RANGE – effortless belt/mix to F#5.
MATTIE – 14. The youngest, newest and most innocent member of the team. Adorable, polite, and optimistic about the future. VOCAL RANGE – open.
EVA – 16. The highest ranked cheerleader in the state, who joins the Tigers on scholarship. Self-aware, incredibly smart and just trying to get through the year. VOCAL RANGE – open.
CLARK – 18. A handsome jock. Annleigh’s loving, patient and dedicated boyfriend. VOCAL RANGE – Boy band tenor to A.

  • Time Period Present Day
  • Setting

    USA, 20flexible. The nicest house in a suburban gated community. 

  • Features Contemporary Costumes/Street Clothes
  • Additional Features Stage Combat
  • Duration More than 120 minutes (2 hours)
  • Cautions
    • Alcohol
    • Strong Language
    • Mild Adult Themes
    • Violence

Media

“A rule-breaking treat.” – Stage Scene LA

“The combination of cheerleaders, jump scares and songs makes for a tantalizing mix.” – The New York Times

“So fresh and original… The book, music and lyrics are the perfect trifecta by Preston Max Allen. This explains the careful dance this show does between parody and authenticity but, ultimately, its heart and honesty is infectious.” – OnStage

Videos

  • “Before the Breakdown” – We Are The Tigers youtube thumbnail

    “Before the Breakdown” – We Are The Tigers

  • “Wallflower” – We Are the Tigers youtube thumbnail

    “Wallflower” – We Are the Tigers

Music

Music Samples

ACT I

1. “Worst Team Ever” – Riley, Cairo, Chess, Reese, Kate, Annleigh, Farrah, Mattie
2. “Don’t Even” – Kate, Riley, Chess, Cairo, Annleigh, Farrah, Mattie, Reese
2A. Rustle in the Bushes – Underscore
3. “Skype Tomorrow” – Kate, Chess
4. “Before the Breakdown” – Chess, Farrah, Kate, Reese, Cairo, Riley, Annleigh
5. “Forever” – Annleigh, Clark
5A. Summon the Messiah – Underscore
5B. Pizza Music – Underscore
6. “Captain of the Team” – Reese, Girls
6A. Holy Shit, Farrah – Underscore
7. “Before the Breakdown (Reprise)” – Farrah
7A. Back to the Basement – Underscore
7B. Mattie Needs a Bandaid – Underscore
7C. Into the Kitchen – Underscore
8. “Wallflower” – Cairo, Riley
8A. Finding Chess – Underscore
8B. Reese Kills Clark – Underscore
9 “Defense” – Cairo, Riley, Kate, Annleigh, Reese

ACT II

10. “Mattie’s Lament” – Mattie
10A. Deja Freaking Vu – Underscore
11. “Phoenix (Part I)” – Riley
11. “Phoenix (Part II)” – Riley, Cairo, Annleigh, Reese, Kate
12. Move On – Underscore
12. “Move On (Cont’d)” – Kate, Annleigh, Farrah, Clark, Chess
13. “Shut Up and Cheer” – Eva
14. “Wallflower (Reprise)” – Cairo
15. “I Don’t Know” – Cairo, Kate, Reese, Riley, Annleigh
16. “The Breakdown” – Riley
16A. The Final Fight – Underscore
17. “Finale” – Kate, Annleigh, Mattie, Cairo, Reese, Eva
18. Bows – Underscore
19. Exit Music – Underscore

  • Musical Style Pop/Rock
  • Dance Requirements Moderate
  • Vocal DemandsModerate
  • Orchestra Size Small/Combo

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Authors

Preston Max Allen

Preston Max Allen
Preston Max Allen (he/him) is a playwright, composer, and lyricist whose work has been featured at the New Amsterdam Theatre, Lincoln Center, Signature Theatre, Musical Theatre Factory, The Chautauqua Institution, Feinstein’s/54 Below, and Joe's Pub. Preston conceived and wro ...
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