Shushan State of Mind:
A Billy Joel Purim Spiel

Spiel Summary

Number of Roles: 5 leads, 15 supporting speaking roles, large ensemble
Number of Songs: 11
Run time: 60 mins
Script Sample: Click here
Package Includes: Script, karaoke tracks, example tracks, poster, sheet music
Also Available: Lyrics Handout, Lyrics Slideshow
Frequently Asked Questions

The songs of the great “Piano Man” get the Purim treatment in Shushan State of Mind! Featuring 11 of the greatest songs from Billy Joel’s catalog and a hilarious script, this spiel will delight everyone in your community!

Here’s the complete list of songs parodied:

  • New York State of Mind/Piano Man/I Go To Extremes (Ensemble)

  • You’re Only Human (Second Wind) (Ministers)

  • My Life (Vashti)

  • Pressure (Esther, Ensemble)

  • Keeping the Faith (Palace Guard)

  • You May Be Right (Haman)

  • Don’t Ask Me Why (Mordechai)

  • Scenes From an Italian Restaurant (Haman)

  • River of Dreams (Ensemble)

  • She’s Always a Woman To Me (Esther)

  • Uptown Girl (Ensemble)

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