Priscilla Queen of the Desert

Priscilla Queen of the Desert was absolutely one of the BEST productions I have ever seen. Normally when I see a production, musical or show of any kind there is normally something I could critique or something that maybe didn't sit well with me etc... but with this show, I have nothing negative to say.

The music was absolutely world class, there is a live orchestra and singers performing the songs, which were all songs the audience could sing along too. Preforming hits like "Raining men", "I will Survive", "True Colours" and many many more. The dancing to go along with the music was fantastic, no one missed a beat. The actors were in sync, they were energetic, passionate and didn't stop for a second. It was amazing to watch, I could not tear my eyes away from them.

 

Now the costumes! WOW, WOW, WOW... My favourite was the one below that looked like a hot air balloon/clown/anchor combination. I loved the colours, the over the top wigs, the way no body fell even, though I was half expecting someone too and the attention to detail was immaculate.  To be honest I loved all of the costumes, they had costumes ranging from plain sweats, to angel wings made out of neon lights, to tight leotards made of glitz and glamour, to hillbilly and cowboy looks. They were truly breath taking.

Pricilla....the bus's special effects and lighting were out of this world. We sat there wondering how they created this effect and still have no idea. It made the festivities of the show that much greater and really was a highlight of the entire show.

Overall the reason why I loved this show so much was because it had laughter, music, and dancing...but most importantly it was relatable and very much prevalent in our world today. There is still so much discrimination in the LGBT and Trans community, that a musical adapted from a film that was made many moons ago, that had meaning and purpose then, still carries such a strong and positive connotation now. It was the first show that I can remember from the many shows that I have seen, that I actually shed a tear and got emotional. Only for a brief time, so please don't think I sat there balling my eyes out, but there was a scene that was so powerful because it was so honest and open. The scene accompanied by the song "True Colours" showed the vulnerability and unacceptance of the character, which is a reality that so many face today in society. It was so powerful and moving. Besides that the musical was hilarious, naughty and amazingly choreographed. This show just leaves you with a feel good feeling, and that was amazing.

"Priscilla Queen of the Desert is a heart-warming and uplifting tale of three drag artist friends who hop aboard a battered old bus aka “Priscilla” and go off on the adventure of a life-time through the Australian Outback, to perform in Alice Springs.  On the way they find friendship, love and far more than they ever dreamed of."

Teatro Montecasino, Johannesburg . 29 April – 18 June 

 

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Ratings:

Costumes...5/5 BluBirds

Music...5/5 Blubirds
                                     
Production...5/5 BluBirds
                                    
Choreography....5/5 BluBirds
                                    
Overall...5/5 Blubirds

                                   
TOTAL 25/25 BluBirds