The ensemble is chock-a-block with triple-threat talent, including blending perfect harmonies for outstanding sounds. A prime example of Sergo’s work with these talented individuals comes during “Casualty of Love”, which features the Robbie Hart character and four ensemble members— Erin Branigan, Patrick Gray, Nick Thompson, Rowena Winkler— decrying their loathing for love and all of its hazards in up-tempo lyrical dissonance. 

Erica Miller and Rowena Winkler do a wonderful job as Directors. The actors, including the child performers, easily navigate the stage and each other. They keep the laughs coming, but also make some thoughtful points about “showing patience, love, and acceptance,” as their notes say. This seems more important today than ever. 

An additional outfit which stood out was the flashing electric lights gimmick of one of the burlesque dancers, the appropriately named Electra (played by Rowena Winkler). This happens as a group of burlesque house dancers explains to Louise that striptease requires a gimmick (the musical routine “You Gotta Get a Gimmick,” which pulls out all the stops).  These gimmicks include using a blaring trumpet, cheap ballet dancing and the aforesaid flashing lights.

With a talented ensemble full of vivacious individuals, it’s difficult to give them all their proper due. Look out for the Littlest Cossack (Temperance Oppel) and the ferociously optimistic and equally vocally talented Fortune Teller (Rowena Winkler).

With excellent comedic timing and a fabulous singing voice, Winkler really shines.

Rowena Winkler as the Witch is possibly the most impressive female in the show. She has the comedy and emotion down for this multifaceted character. Winkler carries herself and the character as though they had just stepped out of the pages of your favorite fairytale.

The ensemble is presented on multiple levels, lending interest and openness while focusing on the highlighted subjects. Every scene is perfectly staged to create access to each character — guiding the audience to a full understanding of their dynamics.