Review: Next Thing You Know

Review: Next Thing You Know

They don't tell you that chasing your dreams isn't that simple. There are problems and barriers to overcome along the way and this new musical attempts to show the truth about reaching for the stars. Darren and Waverley are a young couple in New York. She dreamed of becoming an actress but has had to let that go to find a job with financial stability. Surrounded by others who are all chasing dreams in their own way, Waverley explores what she wants over the course of this well crafted musical. Through the journeys of the 4 characters, we see hopes, dreams and ambitions. "Next Thing You Know" is a fun, tongue in cheek musical with some sharp observations about normal life. The transition from youth to adulthood with responsibilities is portrayed through a simple but pleasant score with some excellent singing from the cast. The storyline is fairly simple and slightly predictable but explores the issue that dreams aren't always over the rainbow - sometimes they are just where we are! Nicely acted and a very enjoyable production.