There was a wildly popular professional production in SE Michigan last season co-produced by The Ringwald in Ferndale and Theatre Nova in Ann Arbor -- it sold out at both venues for its run. Ringwald is known for its edgier fare and frequently casts drag cast members - perfect in this case. Ann Arbor less so and it still sold out.
I'm not sure that it is the "drag" aspect of the show that makes it so popular - though it certainly makes it funnier - it's the over the top humor and a clever situation that makes it likable. Is it a masterpiece, heck no. But right now, its a great little show that makes people laugh without worrying about politics or sports scores. |
