16 - Cry Baby

Cry Baby
Marquis Theatre
14 May 2008, 2000

Based on the movie (starring Johnny Depp with Traci Lords, Ricki Lake and Mink Stole in supporting roles and a cameo by Iggy Pop) written and directed by the ever eccentric John Waters, Cry Baby the musical is tons of fun. The dancers and choreography are fantastic, the songs are cute and clever, and the show is just full of colorful costuming and energy. Although the show does veer from the 1990 screenplay, the basic cast of characters is the same and so is the general storyline. Suzy and I enjoyed ourselves thoroughly, so thanks for the tickets, Marc. The only downfall to the evening was the guy with the gigantic head that was sitting in front of me. Luckily, the seats next to us were no-shows, so I slid over one and was able to see the stage without the glare of a bald spot in my way!