KC Fringe "Rocky & Bullwinkle" review by aStrassle

Science Fiction Animated Features

Rating: 5

The Rocky & Bullwinkle Horror Picture Show Parody

KC Fringe Festival

"Rocky and Bullwinkle Horror Picture Show" (Parody) is produced by Egads! Theatre Company

I have to give kudos to the writer of this parody. To be able to turn a suggestive, offensive cult classic movie into an even MORE suggestive, offensive musical parody to the characters of Rocky and Bullwinkle captivated me. While it follows the same storyline as "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" this show has its own uniqueness and originality. The giant television screen added to the cartoon feel of the show.

The entire cast as a whole had so much energy and excitement you almost didn't know where to look since there was something going on everywhere on stage. Doogin Brown and Rachel Pallente particularly stood out to me as Cowpatty and Missy. Their poignant one liners and quirky attitudes add to the almost childish nature of their characters.

One of the interesting aspects of the show was the choreography and costumes. Staying true to that Saturday morning cartoon feel, the costumes were very bright and gave a child like aspect to the show. The same goes for the choreography. That doesn't mean I would suggest bringing your children to come see this show. While there were some childhood themes in the show, this musical is meant for adult eyes only. The costumes and dancing are so suggestive, so sexually oriented. Many of the jokes and funny one liners are almost all suggestive and offensive. While funny, I wouldn't bring your children to see this show if I were you parents.

While I felt this show had a lot of charm and hilarious moments, there were some minor issues that stood out to me. The spot lights were rather erratic. There were often times when people were in the dark when they shouldn't have been. The chorus and music was also very overpowering at times. While it sounded very nice, I wanted to hear the soloist singing. I couldn't at times though.

While there were some small problems, the cast and crew of "Rocky and Bullwinkle Horror Picture Show" gave an outstanding performance. It's one that will shock you, make you feel awkward, but also give you a night of laughter and fun.

"Rocky and Bullwinkle Horror Picture Show" will be playing at the Off-Center Theater throughout the week. If you would like to learn more, or buy tickets for this show, please visit www.kcfringe.com