The Full Monty

Choreographer: Donna Woodman

Full houses for all five performances show that BrassNeck have a very strong following, especially with a show like this, and rightly so. This was a very polished production and attracted a younger audience who may not visit the theatre very often. The six 'strippers' were all fantastic in their various roles and brought humour and pathos to their characters. The musical numbers were varied and I particularly enjoyed 'Big Black Man' and 'Michael Jordan's Ball'. The choreography in these numbers and others was excellent. The show moved at a good pace with swift scene changes that didn't intrude on the action on stage. Once again the clever lighting along with a simple set created the right moods for each scene. Supporting the six main characters was a strong cast and ensemble who sang and moved faultlessly. This show is not just about a strip routine, although I'm sure that helps to sell tickets. It's a moving story of people trying to survive in hard times and how their lives are tested to the full. BrassNeck captured all of this and gave us a lot to think about.

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