Dancing Bear
Spukt opened on Friday to lots of laughter and applause. Two sounds that are most welcome at a comedy.
I'm very relieved that the show is open and we're no longer tinkering with the script. Or, well, um, at least not massive chunks of it. There are still lines and moments here and there that get discussed after every show. But I'm sure that will settle down soon and we'll get into a nice rhythm. Knock on wood.
Friday night was our first night with full costumes and tech and whatnot and, of course, we had five reviewers in the house. It was a sold out show, with lots of friends, so that helped. They laughed in all the right places and even applauded a few moments that were particularly inspired. Seriously, it's worth the admission price just to see David Kodeski milk every possible second out of Napoleon's death scene.
But if you're not into super-glazed ham on your stage, perhaps I can tempt you with a little fox.
There's a lot to be entertained by in this show. A little something for everyone. I add plenty of ham and cheese to the offerring. While Diana Slickman, Guy Massey, David Kodeski and Rachel Claff do yoeman's work wringing out the funny from just about every possible moment.
Come see it, won't you? And then stick around and let me know what you thought about it. I'm really interested to know what this show looks like, having no director and all.
