Show Synopsis:
Before The Marx Brothers made a name for themselves in film, there were five Marx Brothers - Leonard, Adolph, Julie, Milton, and Herbie Marx - and their mother Minnie, a typical stage mother who helped create five entertainers.
Character:
Adolph Marx, the second eldest Marx brother
Fun Facts:
1. This musical is based on the early life of Leonard, Adolph, Julie, Milton, and Herbie Marx and their mother Minnie. Leonard, Adolph, and Julie would later go on to become the famous comic trio "The Marx Brothers," while Milton and Herbie also had successful careers in entertainment.
2. This song was the only hit in the musical, which is ironic because it was sung by the character of Adolph Marx, and Adloph made his living as the silent character Harpo in The Marx Brothers' films.
3. Daniel Fortus originated the role of Adolph on Broadway as his Broadway debut.
"What do you give to the lady who has given
All her life and love to you?
What do you give to the reason you are livin'?
I could window shop the world
Before I'm through.
Mama, a rainbow,
Mama, a sunrise,
Mama, the moon to wear.
That's not good enough,
No, not good enough,
Not for Mama.
Mama, a palace,
Diamonds like door knobs,
Mountains of gold to spare.
That's not rich enough,
No, not rich enough,
Not for Mama.
Mama, a life time crowded with laughter.
That's not long enough,
Not half long enough.
What can I give you
That I can give you?
What will your present be?
Mama, young and beautiful,
Always young and beautiful
That's the Mama I'll always see.
That's the Mama with love from me.
What can I give you?
What will your present be?
Mama, young and beautiful,
Always young and beautiful,
That's the Mama I'll always see.
That's the Mama with - love - from - me."