{"id":107823,"date":"2024-09-07T18:27:34","date_gmt":"2024-09-08T01:27:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/?p=107823"},"modified":"2024-09-08T12:30:45","modified_gmt":"2024-09-08T19:30:45","slug":"young-frankenstein","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/young-frankenstein\/","title":{"rendered":"Young Frankenstein"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 style=\"text-align: center\"><span style=\"color: #000080\"><a href=\"https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Best_Available.jpg\"><\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"flex-1 overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"h-full\">\n<div class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-wcvzz-79elbk h-full\">\n<div class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-wcvzz-1n7m0yu\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-col text-sm md:pb-9\">\n<div class=\"w-full text-token-text-primary\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-29\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\">\n<div class=\"py-2 juice:py-[18px] px-3 text-base md:px-4 m-auto md:px-5 lg:px-1 xl:px-5\">\n<div class=\"mx-auto flex flex-1 gap-3 text-base juice:gap-4 juice:md:gap-5 juice:lg:gap-6 md:max-w-3xl lg:max-w-[40rem] xl:max-w-[48rem]\">\n<div class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col max-w-full\">\n<div class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message flex flex-col items-start whitespace-pre-wrap break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5 juice:w-full juice:items-end overflow-x-auto gap-2\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"6754aed6-62e6-4265-8bf7-2447db27b160\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 juice:empty:hidden juice:first:pt-[3px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col max-w-full\">\n<div class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5 overflow-x-auto\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"2e7bf4e6-2085-400d-86cf-1c789e747384\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5 overflow-x-auto\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"4717630f-1fd4-4e53-a556-6f7c9101b753\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;font-size: 14pt\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/YoungFrankenstein.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-107829 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/YoungFrankenstein.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"360\" height=\"361\" srcset=\"https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/YoungFrankenstein.jpg 360w, https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/YoungFrankenstein-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/YoungFrankenstein-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/YoungFrankenstein-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/YoungFrankenstein-140x140.jpg 140w, https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/YoungFrankenstein-350x350.jpg 350w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px\" \/><\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;font-size: 14pt\"><strong>Monstrously Good Fun at Sonoma Arts Live<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #000080\">If you&#8217;re in the mood for a hilarious and energetic night at the theater, look no further than Sonoma Arts Live&#8217;s production of <em>Young Frankenstein<\/em>. Directed by the talented Larry Williams, this production has it all: sharp humor, fantastic performances, and a thoroughly entertaining storyline that pays homage to the original Mel Brooks film.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000080\">While <em>Young Frankenstein<\/em> might not be to everyone&#8217;s taste, it\u2019s a <em>should-see<\/em> for fans of quirky humor, classic film adaptations, or Mel Brooks&#8217; signature style. The musical brings plenty of laughs and clever moments, and the range of musical numbers enhances the experience. Here are the songs you\u2019ll enjoy during the performance:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000080\"><strong>Act I:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000080\">The Happiest Town in Town \u2013 Villagers<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000080\">The Brain \u2013 Frederick Frankenstein<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000080\">Please Don&#8217;t Touch Me \u2013 Elizabeth Benning<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000080\">Together Again \u2013 Frederick and Igor<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000080\">Roll in the Hay \u2013 Inga, Frederick, and Igor<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #ff0000\">He Vas My Boyfriend \u2013 Frau Bl\u00fccher (This number <em>brought the show alive<\/em> with its humor and eccentricity, delighting the audience.)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000080\">It\u2019s Alive \u2013 Frederick and Company<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000080\">Transylvania Mania \u2013 Igor, Inga, Frederick, Monster, and Company<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000080\"><strong>Act II:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000080\">He\u2019s Loose \u2013 Villagers<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000080\">Listen to Your Heart \u2013 Inga and Frederick<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000080\">Surprise \u2013 Inspector Kemp and Villagers<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000080\">Please Send Me Someone \u2013 The Hermit<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000080\">Man About Town \u2013 Monster and Company<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000080\">Puttin\u2019 on the Ritz \u2013 Frederick, Monster, Igor, Inga, Elizabeth, and Company<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #ff0000\">Deep Love \u2013 Elizabeth and Monster<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000080\">Finale Ultimo \u2013 Company<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000080\">The standout numbers \u201cTransylvania Mania\u201d and \u201cPuttin\u2019 on the Ritz\u201d bring the house down, while &#8220;He Vas My Boyfriend&#8221; brought the show alive with its humor and character, truly capturing the essence of the quirky fun that runs through the production.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000080\"><strong>Ensemble Performance:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000080\"><a href=\"https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/FrankensteinCast-e1725760760665.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-107832 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/FrankensteinCast-e1725760760665.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"521\" height=\"826\" srcset=\"https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/FrankensteinCast-e1725760760665.jpeg 521w, https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/FrankensteinCast-e1725760760665-189x300.jpeg 189w, https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/FrankensteinCast-e1725760760665-500x793.jpeg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 521px) 100vw, 521px\" \/><\/a>The ensemble was truly outstanding, giving the production its high energy and comedic charm. Special kudos to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000080\"><strong>Kim Williams<\/strong> as <strong>Frau Bl\u00fccher<\/strong>, whose eccentricity and comedic timing made \u201cHe Vas My Boyfriend\u201d one of the evening\u2019s highlights.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000080\"><strong>Joanna Lynn Bert<\/strong> as <strong>Elizabeth Benning<\/strong>, with her humorous portrayal and strong vocal performance, particularly in \u201cDeep Love.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000080\"><strong>Kevin Allen<\/strong> as <strong>The Hermit<\/strong>, who brought warmth and comedic depth to his performance, especially in the touching number \u201cPlease Send Me Someone.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000080\">Be sure to check out the fantastic cast in action! The dynamic performances truly brought this production to life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000080\"><a href=\"https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/SAL-Young-Frankenstein-6-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-107837 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/SAL-Young-Frankenstein-6-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" \/><\/a>Sonoma Arts Live continues to prove itself as one of the premier theater companies in the Bay Area, and with this production, they\u2019ve truly outdone themselves. The set design, costumes, and lighting all add to the immersive experience, and it\u2019s clear that a lot of love and care went into making this show a success.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #000080\">If you haven\u2019t grabbed your tickets yet, now\u2019s the time. Whether you&#8217;re a fan of the original film or just looking for a fun night out, <em>Young Frankenstein<\/em> is a delightful experience that will have you laughing all the way through. Highly recommended!<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"w-full md:pt-0 dark:border-white\/20 md:border-transparent md:dark:border-transparent md:w-[calc(100%-.5rem)] juice:w-full\">\n<div class=\"px-3 text-base md:px-4 m-auto md:px-5 lg:px-1 xl:px-5\">\n<div class=\"mx-auto flex flex-1 gap-3 text-base juice:gap-4 juice:md:gap-5 juice:lg:gap-6 md:max-w-3xl lg:max-w-[40rem] xl:max-w-[48rem]\">\n<div class=\"relative flex h-full max-w-full flex-1 flex-col\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full items-center\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1.5 rounded-[26px] p-1.5 transition-colors bg-[#f4f4f4] dark:bg-token-main-surface-secondary\">\n<div class=\"flex items-end gap-1.5 md:gap-2\">\n<div class=\"flex min-w-0 flex-1 flex-col\"><span style=\"color: #000080\"><a style=\"color: #000080\" href=\"https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/JoeCilloBlue600x230-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-107219 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/JoeCilloBlue600x230-1-300x115.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"115\" srcset=\"https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/JoeCilloBlue600x230-1-300x115.jpg 300w, https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/JoeCilloBlue600x230-1.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Monstrously Good Fun at Sonoma Arts Live If you&#8217;re in the mood for a hilarious and energetic night at the theater, look no further than Sonoma Arts Live&#8217;s production&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":123,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"yasr_overall_rating":4.5,"yasr_post_is_review":"yes","yasr_auto_insert_disabled":"","yasr_review_type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[838],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-107823","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","6":"category-joseph-cillo"},"yasr_visitor_votes":{"stars_attributes":{"read_only":true,"span_bottom":"<div class='yasr-small-block-bold'><span class='yasr-visitor-votes-must-sign-in'>You must sign in to vote<\/span><\/div>"},"number_of_votes":0,"sum_votes":0},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/107823","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/123"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=107823"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/107823\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=107823"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=107823"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/forallevents.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=107823"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}