If an opening scene sets the stage for an entire performance, then let it be said that the opening scene of “Lend Me a Tenor” by the Murphy’s Creek Theatre set the scene perfectly; priming the audience for an uproariously comical performance. The wit, the skill, and the seemingly effortlessness that each actor possessed in delivering their lines at precisely the right moment to achieve the greatest theatrical impact was astounding.
The skill Director Terri Wilson brought with her from years of directing the Calaveras Follies was apparent in this production. A cross between a melodrama, a theatrical performance, and a Millie Vanillie style lip sync was nothing short of perfection.
Andrew Gary –Scott, the bellhop, gave a hilarious performance as the over eager opera fan, switching his charm on and off at will, while willing to literally throw himself at the feet of a great star. Casting was spot on with Gary-Scott, with his clear ability to communicate to the audience exactly what he was thinking with one look or one action, leaving the audience in stitches.
Kate Gonzales, Maggie, shined as a love struck fan of Tito Merelli, playing the part to the hilt of the love sick child within the woman, seemingly willing to do anything to win the affection of the great star, all the while unwittingly fanning the fires of miscommunication.
Sean Lewis, Max, was extraordinary. Without giving away too much of the story line, suffice it to say, Max may have an unassuming passive side, yet when able to don a disguise, finds within himself a great man waiting to come out, that is of course after he accidently poisons the star, cheats on the love of his life with the love of his life (yes you read that right), blackmails the boss, and narrowly evades the grasp of a forward and promiscuous fan. There is more, but that would ruin your fun.
The finale was a mastery of directorial skill. The culmination of miscommunication, adoration, and wishful fornication, all delivered at the rate of a high speed chase.
Bravo again to the Murphy’s Creek Theatre, ‘Lend Me a Tenor’ is a creation worthy of your theater.
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