Cast: Stephen Lynch (Robbie Hart), Christina Sivrich (Julia Sullivan), Constantine Maroulis (Sammy), Kevin Cahoon (George), Amy Spanger (Holly), Richard H. Blake (Glen Gulia), Rita Gardner (Rosie), Felicia Finley (Linda)
For complete information on this cast, see the official The Wedding Singer site.
I was a little bummed when I saw that Christina Sivrich was going to be playing Julia instead of Laura Benanti (or even her standby, Christina is an understudy). However, Christina very quickly showed me that I had no need to worry. I can't imagine Laura Benanti or her standby doing any better than Christina Sivrich did as Julia Sullivan. She was perfect for the part and has a great voice.
I saw The Wedding Singer with a group of 6, though it was chosen by my sister who didn't end up making the trip... I don't think any of us expected much of the show, but we were all very pleasantly surprised. I'm very glad we got to see this musical while it lasted (not long after we saw it, we heard that it's closing at the end of the year). If you liked the movie, go see this show! Heck, even if you didn't and you liked the 80's, see the show! And even if neither of those are true and you're in NYC and have time, check it out. My dad hadn't seen the movie (though he will soon) and isn't a child of the 80's, but he really enjoyed the musical.
What I liked is that they were smart enough to change the music throughout the show and still keep in the important songs from the movie (the two Adam Sandler songs). The costumes were amazing, the cast is great, and I highly recommend The Wedding Singer musical. Stephen Lynch does try a bit too hard to be like Adam Sandler at a couple points, but overall I thought he did a good job.
If you can get there before the end of the year, The Wedding Singer is very enjoyable. After that, I'm sure it will tour. It's a fun show and I'd definitely see it again if it comes to town.
Grade: B+
Reviewed by Kat at the 8:00 PM show | 0 screams