Barn Players "Shout!" review by BRN2ACT33

Gold at the end of the Rainbow

Rating: 5

Shout!  The Mod Musical

by The Barn Players, Inc.

The Barn's production of Shout! the mod musical was a brilliant shining rainbow of colorful and professional quality talent with director/choreographer Guy Gardner and musical director Mackenzie Zielke delivering the pot of gold at both ends of the rainbow. The entire production was delightful from beginning to end with a simple but attractive set with costuming, lighting, and first rate sound design that tied the entire production together very nicely.

While the cast was amazing as an ensemble, each individual actress had numerous moments to shine and shine they did! Kristen Altoro as YELLOW was both moving and perhaps the most talented vocally - she can really belt a song. Chelsea Anglemyer as RED was the most adorable and vulnerable of the group delivering each of her songs with energy, spunk and a certain innocence that totally captivated me. Whitney Armstrong as GREEN was HOT! Her British accent, line delivery and timing was impeccable. Alecia Stultz as ORANGE was absolutely perfect for the part and gave the audience many memorable moments as she delivered her songs and "letters" to columnist Gwendolyn Holmes. Teal Holliday as BLUE obviously came a long way from her first performance after assuming the role form Samantha Ware. Although she wasn't the strongest member of the cast, her performance and vocals were engaging and strong. Rachel Szmed as Gwendlyn Holmes, in the only non-singing role, was excellent as the totally out-to-lunch, pompous advice columnist. The Shout! band - Beth and the Boys - were first rate musicians.

There are too many wonderful moments in the production to mention but perhaps my favorite and the audiences' was the marijuana and flashlight scene. Incredible.

Great job to all!

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