Singin' in the Rain
The 1952 movie's so iconic that, when performed on a stage, even in a competent production by San Diego Musical Theatre, the adaptation looks mortal. Big set changes, a huge cast, plus a jumpy book and a wagging tail for a second act interfere. As do memories of Gene Kelly and Donald O'Connor making the impossible look so blasted effortless. The subject still has interest: the Panic of '27, when talking pictures invaded Hollywood and studios scrambled to catch up. Will Don Lockwood (Brandon Davidson) finally fall for Kathy Seldon (Brittany Rose-Hammond)? Yes. Will pipsqueak-voiced Lina Lamont (Andi Davis) flunk her elocution lessons? Yes. But does this production have the speed of Mercury, the grace of Ariel, and the "glow-ree-ous feeling" of the movie? No.
When
Ongoing until Sunday, June 7, 2015
Hours
| Sundays, 2pm-4:30pm |
| Thursdays, 7:30pm-10pm |
| Fridays, 8pm-10:30pm |
| Saturdays, 8pm-10:30pm |