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Mr. Summers, Leader of the Lottery

from Ritual​-​The Musical (Demo) by Terence Morrow

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(Mr. Summers)
Now, I'll read the names, Remember the man of the house always draws the paper first
And don’t nobody look at the paper keep it folded til every man has drawn
Did y’all hear me? It’s very important that I recite the rules before we get started
I took the day off at the coal mine today to do my civic duty
So let me introduce myself

I devote myself to this here town
I devote myself to you
There’s a special bond between us all

(Villagers)
Look! He doesn’t have a clue…

(Mr. Summers)
Let me be your civic chaperone
I will act as your trustee
I’ll relentlessly turn every stone, you can put your trust in me

(Villagers)
He is living in a fantasy, but he is harmless and we choose to let him be

(Villager solo 1)
I heard they sleep in separate beds

(Villager solo 2)
Well that’s what Mrs. Martin said

(Villager group)
Mind your manners, he’s a good man

(Villager solo 1)
I don’t enjoy his energy

(Villager solo 2)
You don’t enjoy most everything

(Villager Group)
But what does Old Man Warner think?

(Old Man Warner)
He jokes around too damn much
Young fool can’t seem to shut up

(Villager Group)
Old Man Warner grumbles bitterly

(Old Man Warner)
People simply ain’t the same
Things most certainly have changed

(Villager Group)
Let’s get back to Mr. Summers’ ordeal

(Mr. Summers)
It’s a pleasure to be in this role
So rewarding so esteemed
I’m fulfilled beyond my wildest dreams
The leader of the Lottery

I’m just a jack of all trades, I suppose!
Your Master of Ceremonies!

(Villagers)
He is living in a fantasy
But he is harmless so we choose to let him be
Dear Mr. Summers leader of the Lottery

(Mr. Summers)
Leader of the Lottery!

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from Ritual​-​The Musical (Demo), released October 15, 2021

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Terence Morrow Chicago, Illinois

Ritual is an original Musical/Rock Opera based on the famous short story "The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson. Composed between August 2020 and August 2021, the show examines themes of conformity, societal norms, identity, family, and mental health in a small town of 300 people. The Music draws influence from various Musicals, and artists like Pink Floyd, the Smashing Pumpkins, and Dave Malloy. ... more

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