River City Community Players "Wedding Singer" reviwe by Shand_DeMink

The first play I've ever seen . . .

Rating: 5

The Wedding Singer

River City Community Players

I finally got a chance to watch the movie version of "The Wedding Singer".  It wasn't bad, but I couldn't help but find myself comparing the movie to the play.  The play actually worked the 80's feel into the story, the movie didn't seem to, other than a few costume pieces.  In fact, the only point the movie manages to get over the play is: Billy Idol.  No offense to you, Jason, but Billy Idol is a tough act to follow.  Of course, you were playing a fake Billy Idol, so points to you for that.

Robbie Hart:
   I think Brian was better in the role.  He's hands down a better singer than Adam Sandler, and brought an easily likeable charm to the character.  In some ways, he reminded me of Ryan Reynolds (that is a compliment).  I never really understood why anyone would actually want Adam Sandler to sing at their
wedding?  Excellent job, Brian.

Julia Sullivan:
   Although I like Drew Barrymore, I think Vanessa brought more of a "girl next door" charm to the character.  Couldn't help but feel for her when she meets Linda.  Could almost hear the breaking of her heart.  Nicely done, Vanessa.

Sammy:
   I can't believe this character was a limo driver in the movie.  He worked so much better as a fellow band member.  Jeff totally rocked the part!

George:
   The character in the movie just seemed like an excuse to have a Boy George/Pete Burns (lead singer from "Dead or Alive") impersonator.  Nikcoma did
an excellent job with the character.

Holly:
   I can't believe the movie didn't do more with the character.  Jessica did an amazing job portraying the party girl with the heart of gold.  Good job, Holly!

Linda:
   Another character the movie seemed to not do much with.  Nicole was awesome as the "slutty heartbreaker" (that is a compliment, by the way).

Glen Guglia:
   I couldn't believe that the movie version was more or less a self-centered, "Miami Vice" clone.  Bradley played the perfect "oily, wall street" type.  Nicely done, Bradley.

Angie:
   Nicely done, Betty!

Rosie:
   What can I say?  Tracy, you were awesome!  Not a surprise really, having worked with you in the past.  You really disappeared in to the "old lady" makeup.

To the rest of the ensemble:
   You guys were all great!  Good job to all of you.

This was the first play I've seen, and I enjoyed it.  Good job to all involved.


-Shane DeMink

an1134production@yahoo.com

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