“It's about the romance between a Christian and a Muslim,” Kellogg told Broadway.com. “It preaches tolerance and respect. And it offers opportunities for both comedy and romance.”
"I really wanted New Yorkers to see it," Friedman said. "It's hilarious, but ultimately moving. It's a love story, but underneath that there are all of these lessons to be learned that are important to our times."
Based on the 13th Century romance Aucassin et Nicolette, whose author is unknown, Chasing Nicolette recounts in comic style the perilous adventures of a noble youth and the beautiful dark-skinned servant he wants to marry. The lovers face terrifying obstacles--angry parents, dark dungeons, flashing sword fights, and a jealous princess---aided only by the boy's outrageous servant. The tuner features book and lyrics by Kellogg and music by Friedman.
Headlined by Bronson Pinchot as the servant, the cast of Chasing Nicolette at the Prince also included Kingsley Leggs, Jasika Nicole Pruitt, Kevin R. Free, Bill Buell, Davis Duffield, Dale Radunz, Richard White, Rebecca Bellingham and Mary Martello. Many are expected to reprise their roles in New York, but no casting has been confirmed for the Gotham mounting.
“The story was interesting to us because it is so relevant,” Kellogg said, “even though it was written in 1224!”