Falsettoland

Musical Theatre @ George Square    6 - 31 August @ 14.00    Sell a Door Theatre Company

This rarely performed gem is delivered with great panache from the young cast of Sell A Door. Although almost all of the cast are at least 10 years younger than the characters they portray, the performances demonstrate great maturity and sensitivity, particularly Phillip Rowntree’s Marvin – a beautifully pitched and marvellously under-played performance.

The performances are consistent and very polished and deal well with the inherent difficulties of this piece. As it is almost sung through, there are occasional problems with the sound as the keyboard accompaniment does tend to overpower the voices.  More sensitivity from the MD would allow the performers to vary the volume to greater effect.

The balance between humour and pathos is handled well; a little more awareness of audience sightlines in this thrust-stage venue would improve the staging.  Minimal furniture and props are used to great effect. A fine effort from this young, talented company.