Gunfight at the Not-So-OK Saloon

Musicals & Operas · brooke derosa · Ages 13+ · United States of America

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Review by NAOMI RODDA

June 10, 2019 certified reviewer

What I liked

Amazing voices and wonderful character acting, particularly from Netty the madame and one of the “Ladies of the Evening and the Day” with a chip on her shoulder. I couldn’t stop watching her every time she was on stage.

I also loved the Sheriff’s voice. That booming baritone!

The ending felt like a little bit of an homage to “Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum” meets “Pirates of Penzance.”

Kudos to the composer for a lively score and the director for bringing out the silly in everyone involved.

What I didn't like

I think Hope and Chance needed more time for proper resolution of their “relationship.” But with only 60 minutes, I’m sure something had to give…

My overall impression

A naughty, bawdy musical romp through the Wild West! Amazing voices, a lively score, and just the right amount of camp for a fun-filled evening.

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