#1
Posted: 3/18/08 at 12:39pm
I was just turned on to these message boards about two months ago and this is the first new musical I have seen since, so I thought I would post a review. I thought CRY-BABY was just WONDERFUL! I cannot understand some of the downright hateful posts about it. Is it a masterpiece of the american musical theatre?.....NO. Does every show have to be though? It has some problems to be worked out for sure. But it has like 5 weeks of previews right?
Let's me start by saying though, I have seen every musical for the past 3 seasons and this is probally the most fun I have had in that time. It really is a musical comedy. It is just a simple fun comedy. The sets and costumes look like a norman rockwell painting, which a slight comic strip flair to them. I think the music is great, and the songs actually get laughs which is rare I feel. The Act two opening song, the finale and Screw loose all made me want the CD. And it totally has a John Waters sense of humor. Much more so that Hairspray I feel. I saw it Monday night (last night) and apparently I was not the only one who loved it because the audience was laughing as much as I was. There are a few things they could trim, namely the end of ACT 1 in the court room. It goes on a bit long. But I HAD SUCH A GOOD TIME! I didnt mind the flaws. Probally the show I enjoyed most this season. Performances are really strong. Espcially in the supporting characters. Ali Mauzey, Chris Hanke, & Harriat Harris all rock my face off. Harriat's one liner were hysterical. James Synder (Cry-Baby) is charming & sexy, with a great voice. Elizabeth Stanley (Allison) could use a little bit of developement. She took a little while to win me over. Not sure if it is her or the fact that she doenst have a lot to do. But that reprise she belted after the make-out seen was fierce! And she had me after that. And although it may not be some people's cup of tea. It is in no way the worst thing ever. I saw Dracula, Pirate Queen, Lestat, & High Fidelity and this is far better than any of those could ever hope to be. If anybody reading this just wants to have a good time. Laugh. Be entertained then go see this. Dont go for the life altering event of your theatre going life. I wish them the best of luck. If they can make a few adjustments, ( and I hope they take the time to) I think they could have a hit on there hands. Maybe not as big as Hairspray but Certianly the audience reaction last night indicated a crowd pleaser.
Let's me start by saying though, I have seen every musical for the past 3 seasons and this is probally the most fun I have had in that time. It really is a musical comedy. It is just a simple fun comedy. The sets and costumes look like a norman rockwell painting, which a slight comic strip flair to them. I think the music is great, and the songs actually get laughs which is rare I feel. The Act two opening song, the finale and Screw loose all made me want the CD. And it totally has a John Waters sense of humor. Much more so that Hairspray I feel. I saw it Monday night (last night) and apparently I was not the only one who loved it because the audience was laughing as much as I was. There are a few things they could trim, namely the end of ACT 1 in the court room. It goes on a bit long. But I HAD SUCH A GOOD TIME! I didnt mind the flaws. Probally the show I enjoyed most this season. Performances are really strong. Espcially in the supporting characters. Ali Mauzey, Chris Hanke, & Harriat Harris all rock my face off. Harriat's one liner were hysterical. James Synder (Cry-Baby) is charming & sexy, with a great voice. Elizabeth Stanley (Allison) could use a little bit of developement. She took a little while to win me over. Not sure if it is her or the fact that she doenst have a lot to do. But that reprise she belted after the make-out seen was fierce! And she had me after that. And although it may not be some people's cup of tea. It is in no way the worst thing ever. I saw Dracula, Pirate Queen, Lestat, & High Fidelity and this is far better than any of those could ever hope to be. If anybody reading this just wants to have a good time. Laugh. Be entertained then go see this. Dont go for the life altering event of your theatre going life. I wish them the best of luck. If they can make a few adjustments, ( and I hope they take the time to) I think they could have a hit on there hands. Maybe not as big as Hairspray but Certianly the audience reaction last night indicated a crowd pleaser.
