Gentlemen Prefer Blondes

The musical was first stage in 1949. Marilyn Monroe and Jane Russell give it new life in the 1953 film adaptation. This evening Joan and I attended the Merry-Go-Round Playhouse's presentation of Gentlemen Prefer Blondes.

 Ruth Pferdehirt performs as Lorelei Lee

While the storyline may be old the assembled MGR actors gave it a new verve, especially, Gino Carr, a favorite of Joan and I, who infused his usual comedic take in his role of Gus. The first act dragged a bit in setting up the plot, but once the curtain rose on act two the dancers and singers did their stuff.

Len Fonte’s Review in The Post-Standard.

David Wilcox’s Review in The Citizen.

Other shows of this season:
Singing in the Rain
The Great American Trailer Park Musical
Legally Blond 

Cats
Hank Williams: Lost Highway