Young Frankenstein at MTW: As Lovable a Monster, and Outstanding a Delightful Musical Comedy-Don't Miss!

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Young Frankenstein -- As Lovable a Monster, and
Outstanding a Delightful Musical Comedy-Don't Miss!

Reviewed By: Joseph Sirota

Talk about living up to a name-sake...
Here's Young Frankenstein, a Musical Comedy that's not only
terrifically Funny, but is equally an
absolutely delightful entertaining Broadway Musical. Many of us were quite
certain, of the Comedy aspect, knowing this was originally a creative thought
of Mel Brooks...a virtual American comedic legend (think back to Mel's early "golden"
writing days with the Sid Caesar 1950's TV Shows' writers team(s) including: Mel
Brooks; Carl Reiner; Neil Simon; Danny Simon; Mel Tolkin; Larry Gelbart; and later,
Woody Allen-- a who's-who of comedic genius
that's been called the greatest comedy writing team ever together in one room).
OK, I did know Brooks loves music and fine songs too, so I expected at
least, some nice, funny musical numbers. The question... might they be more
"filler" for the jokes, or fine musical numbers in their own right? HOORAH!
The Music, Songs, Choreography  &
Show-Stoppers are as fine as the Comedy!
"It's an All-A-Team" of musical Pros. BRAVO! Like The Producers, Here's another - dynamic
Musical Comedy from Opening to final curtain. So, I'm happy to say that Nov,
2013 brings us a Another Rare, Superb Live
Musical Comedy Southern Calif Premier of Young Frankenstein, Grandly
Opening the 61st
Season Musical Theatre West (MTW) (which, too has mucho Awards
& Truly Loyal Patrons).

The original Frankenstein story was written
by Mary Shelley in 1818.
Some deem it early science fiction. Others hated Scientists for taking God's
place by creating life themselves. Bad body parts (damaged Brains) picked from
previously less than healthy bodies, resulted in man-made "monsters" might
kill villagers and hence were attacked with fire by hoards of villagers. A big key
turn in such  stories and films took kinder,
gentler viewpoints of damaged Frankenstein creations--as being SAD and LONELY,
beings not meaning to harm, but not knowing how to fit in and be accepted
by "humans", or vulnerable children or lonely elders.
In later tales before the Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein Movie there
were, kind folks, (especially Dr Frankensteins & assistants - feeling
guilty and deeply wanting to correct such Monsters with no harm and instead
build loving humanity, not hatred. Here's Where Brooks' FUN BECAME FILM
COMEDY -- Creating a new "Nice-Guy-MONSTER" by adding ability
to talk, dance, smile, and even be Good SEX-Partner in life again (for
lonely, no-partners folks. The Comical Film Hit of Young Frankenstein (co-written
by Brooks
and Gene Wilder) came in1974  Brooks also directed the film and Wilder
played lead man--Frederick Frankenstein. The Film was a Great-Hit in both
Money and Award Nominations. The Young
Frankenstein Film stands in many serious Lists of 100 finest Comedy
Movies. Loved the Movie- This is
Even Better!

Next
Step: All Aboard to go from Film success to bring Live Theater Musical Comedy Entertainment
not only to Broadway, but to all the most sophisticated places, who are
waiting to see a likable Monster have a GRAND TIME! Comedy, Song, Choreography,
Super Sets and polished Live Orchestra right there for the audience (Hey!
That's Us!!) "Young
Frankenstein" between the oh so many laughs , really does have
a touching story of Finally Fitting-In,
sizzling dialog, many Pizzazz show-stopping songs and Sparklingly Energetic,
Creative Show-Stopper Choreography as well-- all come to life (as does the
lovable "Young Frankenstein" event... from on-stage singing, dancing,
to back-stage  magic right here in the handsome Carpenter Performing Arts
Center. This fine Entertainment Delight Event is worth going to enjoy.

THE FINE CAST: Zachary
Ford shines as “Dr. Frederick Frankenstein”(Perfect
balance in Leading Role Doctor /IQ/Charm, plus Likable Boyish "Whadda I Do
Now With a SAD Monster?");  Danny Blaylock  as “The-- "I'm Alive!! Monster” (Also a
Perfect, as a Lovable Giant who wants/gives big Hugs, & Dances like a
7-Foot Astaire");  Ben Liebert as “Igor,”(He May
not be the biggest guy on the stage, But Show Me ANYTHING in  Musical Comedy He Can't Do Real Big?); Andi Davis as “Inga,” (She's the
Pure little Girl next Door YOU WISH you lived next to, You When She turns on
After-Burners, Wee!); Rebecca
Johnson as “Elizabeth,” (OK, She may be a Demanding Fiancée, But Have Ya ever been Happier Keepin' Up with such a Wild Fiancée?");
Tracy Lore as “Frau
Blücher,” (May not have the youngest, slimmest role, But show me who Wins The
Spotlight and Audience like her, honey?); Jeffrey Rockwell as “Inspector
Kemp” (His marvelous deep voice, musical brilliance and perfect timing, make
him a star when on stage). John Racca well-featured as “Victor,” Jeffrey
Landman as “Ziggy,” and David Miller as “Herald”. AND,
The Excellent Ensemble Members: include Jessica Buda, Ryan
Chlanda, Quintan Craig, Michael Deeb(Whadda Dancer!!!), Jessica Ernest, Marisa
Field, Annie Hinskton,  Donna
Louden, Daniel Smith, Alishia Suitor, and Katy Tabb. Talent galore in
each!

In MTW's now 61st anniversary season, With "MANY" AWARDS & Nominations Saluting
THE CREATIVE TEAM: AND WHAT AN IMPRESSIVE TEAM THIS WAS THIS TIME!   MTW Executive Director/Producer Paul Garman
has appointed Lauren Kadel as Director & Choreographer to recreate the
original Direction & Choreography of Susan Stroman. Corey B. Hirsch serves
as Musical Director with Mary Ritenhour--Production Mgr.

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