rarity. The character analysis in this performance was descriptive where more emphasis was necessary to the story line and lingered a bit where more detail was not imperative to follow the direction of the characters. Overall the depth and examination each actor utilized for their own individual character was in line with the script they were given to work with. Expecting to see a complete operatic performance due to the fact that several words were added that weren't part of Gilbert's original script it took some getting used to.But while the words and music are essentially untouched, the choreographers and set designers had a field day. This production is stuffed to the brim with ingenious little moments of physical humor. It's so rich, in fact, that you'll notice something new with every viewing.The music is wonderful, the lyrics clever and complex, and the humor makes it hysterically funny. It one of the finest and certainly most under-recognized musicals of all time. Although the performers were not veterans in any way, the performance was well rehearsed and came across so on the stage. The actress’ performance that played Mabel was a bit muffled. At times her voice was inaudible and unpronounced. It was a distraction within the play. Overall the songs are performed competently and confidently, and they're not easy songs. Arthur Sullivan's majestic score is alternately beautiful and rapid, and it's not easy to sing either. The performances overall had a natural and relaxed flow throughout the performance. Thankfully, W. S. Gilbert's clever lyrics are pretty well preserved in this performance. This allowed the actors great flexibility in their actions and physical comedic performances. At times some fight scenes tended to be a bit overacted but this was not necessarily a distraction. When you consider depth and the humor this play was originated with it is easy to see how character actors can get carried away in thei...
