Show Synopsis: Jerry Lukowski and his friends are recently unemployed in Buffalo, NY, as the steel mills have gone out of business, and they decide to start a stripping act where they go "the full monty" - all the way - after a touring Chippendales production gets rave reviews from the town's women. The men fight off their insecurities and become good friends, sticking together through Malcolm's mother's funeral, Dave quitting unexpectedly, and getting arrested at their dress rehearsal for wearing thongs. The men decide to perform for one sold-out show together. Character: Vicki Nichols, a materialistic and immaculately groomed woman in her 40s who loves Harold but does not know about his unemployment. Song Context: While Dave and Jerry coerce Harold into joining their group and choreographing their routine, Vicki sings about how wonderful their marriage is, not knowing how it is all about to change. Fun Facts: 1. The Full Monty is based on a British film with the same main plot. 2. The role of Vicki Nichols was originated on Broadway by Emily Skinner, best known for her performance as Daisy Hilton in Side Show. 3. The Full Monty was nominated for 10 Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Score, but received none.
"You gotta love that man. He's like my personal angel. I've always wanted the kind of life That I've been having as Harold's wife. What a catch I have caught! He would buy me the moon If the moon could be bought. I'm telling you - You gotta love that man. I really love that man. He likes me dressed to the nines. I say two words and then ta-da! There's me completely in Prada And I've got the boots that go with the belt That goes with the bag That goes with my wonderful life with Harold. You gotta love that man. God, I love that man, But lately he's working too hard. I keep on telling him how we Should take a few weeks in Maui And we'll feel the breeze and sample the poi And go see Don Ho and I'll say ""Oh boy, how I love you, Harold!"" I hit the jackpot with Harry. He's a gem - he's a beaut. He looks cute in a suit and he loves me to boot. I'm telling you, You gotta love that man. Love that man. I love that man, I love that man! Men! Love that man, You gotta love that man. You really gotta love That man."