He handles his large cast well even in scenes where they are all on stage at one time - no small job on the minimal stage. Also notable are “DaylightSavings Time,” “Plain Jane,” and “House On the Other Side of the Tracks.” Directed by Joki, the show has good pacing and moves quickly from scene to scene. Some of the more ingenious musical numbers were the Act I opener, “This May Not Be the Greatest Show,” as they compare what you are about to see to top Broadway titles. Heather Powell gives an energetic performance as Roxy who can sing but can’t speak.īook and lyrics by Joki with music by Joki and Josh Taylor are all well done. Mary Boldish James, the buxom narrator, provides appearances that serve as binding for the goings on, although keeping her on stage between her scenes seemed to clutter up the already small space. Evita Charmin, is a real treat as a crusty old lady who happens upon the house in the same manner as Chad and Becky did earlier. Reliable character actress, Geri Dewitt as Dr. Kirally and Torrence offer up less interesting characters but deliver good performances. Coven plays the creepy little Jib Jab with a delightful intent that oozes from one scene to the other. The good doctor’s cohorts in the show’s mysterious deeds are Cage Coven as Jib Jab, Danielle Kirally as Fuschia, and Lisa Torrence as Columbiana. Nobbs has strong acting skills and a good vocal quality that help her build Becky throughout the show showing considerable character development by the end of Act II.Īs mentioned, Miller is not only a strong character in the show but he delivers the colorful Doctor in a natural smooth style which easily connects with random audience members on numerous occasions. The picture of the two, side-by-side, elicits laughter not to mention the content of the scene. Mikulich shows a good sense for comedy timing and is paired brilliantly later in the show in scenes with a towering Wesley Miller as Dr. Their clever duet “Settle For Me,”sets the stage for this couple who have considerable misgivings about their impending marriage.
Out in the middle of nowhere on a pothole-filled road (what else?), they seek refuge in a large creepy house inhabited by somewhat unusual beings.īoth Mikulich and Nobbs turn in strong performances. Although not a show for the kids, Rockin’ Horribles is great fun for the adults even if you are not a big Halloween fan.Īs the show begins, and as the title slightly suggests, there is a similarity to another show of much the same type although the Narrator says that they have never heard of “The Rocky Horror Show.” Chad and Becky, played by Jude Mikulich and Brooke Nobbs, have crashed their car on a dark road, traveling from New Castle to Youngstown, after nearly missing a very strange looking deer. The resident theater at the Calvin Center has brought back last years hit, “Rockin’ Horribles,” by Robert Dennick Joki. YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - Halloween may be over but if you are still looking for some Halloween themed fun, then visit the Rust Belt Theatre on Mahoning Avenue. ‘Rockin’ Horribles’ Offers Tricks and Treats at Rust Belt Theatre
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