A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum Reviews
ChicagoCritic- Recommended
"...“A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum” is about as improbable and outrageous as any of this year’s Presidential candidates but not nearly as frightening. It is as lewd, crude and ribald as anything The Three Stooges, Marx Brothers or unrelated burlesque comics could come up with and as true to the classic mold of farce as Plautus devised."
Around The Town Chicago- Recommended
"...Citadel Theatre has taken on some heavy work this year, bringing large- scale musicals to their tiny space in Lake Forest. After taking on "Oliver" and doing a sterling version, they are now taking on the huge task of "A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum", and by George, despite the intimacy of the venue, directed by Bob Estrin. They did it! "Forum" is a zany piece of work that first hit New York in 1962, winning most of the big Tony Awards in 1963 (Best Musical, Best Producer, Best Author:Musical, Best Actor;Musical, Best Supporting Actor;Musical and Best Director; Musical."
Chicago Theatre Review- Recommended
"...Citadel's offering of this classic musical farce is to be commended for its musical mastery, a delightfully cartoony scenic design, many of its comic elements and for introducing so many talented newcomers to Lake Forest audiences. Because the show's pacing is an issue, this show runs a lengthy two-and-a-half hours, including intermission. But, as in most cases, the production should tighten up during its month-long run. For a delightfully whimsical evening of comedy and song, Citadel Theatre triumphs again."