Director Brad Wilcuts leads a delightful cast of ten through a cursed production of a typical British whodunit, juggling people, props and problems with acrobatic flair. SteFannie Savoy’s pre-show mantel-dismantling sets the tone, and Kim Seabright Martin’s pre-show speech further warns us that this theatre troupe may be a bit challenged. She then goes on to portray trusty Inspector Carter, who will solve(?) this murder case.
Ural Grant is a hoot as the not entirely dead murder victim. Brother of the deceased-ish is dashing Christopher Eastland whose dignity and dexterity is challenged by wayward props. Butler Oscar Quiroz is similarly prop-challenged, and has written a few helpful words on his hands. Gushing Hailey Erikson swoons around the delightfully doltish and self-congratulatory Zach Deande. Techie Justin Harmon throws technical darts. Madison Lemieux and Lane Straub are part of the performing crew as the mishaps multiply.
This 90-minute farcical romp is fun for the whole family — well worth a fun night at Summer Circle. It repeats Friday and Saturday at 8 and Sunday at 6:30.
ALSO - reMEMber, the amazingly weird White Rabbit Red Rabbit — script performed as a cold-read by a different actor each time— is the 10pm show both Friday and Saturday. Only about 45 minutes but packs a wallop.
Summer Circle is free, but donations are appreciated. Located at the amphitheater behind the MSU Auditorium building; bring chairs or blanket.