musicals and operas review

The Spitfire Grill

Royal Scottish Academy Of Music And Drama

Scottish actors are to be commended for maintaining thick American accents, in song and speech, throughout this entire musical about ex-con Percy and her new home, a dead town called Gillead. Percy's character is well developed by Nicole Rowley, who rarely breaks from her eloquent and crisp singing. She is supported by a solid cast who exude professionalism and the polish of hard working performers. The story is a tad predictable though; Spitfire Grill owner Hannah expectedly reunites with her son who she said was missing in action in Vietnam, and Percy finds happiness in the arms of the local Sheriff. The Spitfire Grill is an enjoyable production, excellently sung by a well trained cast that falls short of the razzle dazzle.

Musical Theatre @ George Square, 7 - 25 Aug, 7.00pm (8.15pm), prices vary, fpp 178

tw rating: 3/5

published: Aug-2008

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