Victor/Victoria at Stage 773

Chicago Reader - Somewhat Recommended

"...Now, imagine a low-budget version performed by young actors still working on their chops. There are a few high points in this show from NightBlue Performing Arts: Shari Mocheit is winning as the out-of-work singer who impersonates a drag queen (Julie Andrews's role in both the movie and the musical). And Billy Dawson shows considerable charm as her gay friend."

ChicagoCritic - Not Recommended

"...Night Blue must also operate on a shoestring budget, or have invested everything in The Producers. Victoria's wig doesn't make her look like a man, it just makes her look like a woman with short hair, and her "Le Jazz Hot!" costume belongs in Spamalot. Constantly shifting furniture on and offstage didn't help the show's pacing, either (the set is shared with The Producers). Even remembering that what I saw was a preview, I have a hard time picturing how the show would rise above the quality of community theatre. Strong material doesn't count for anything when every aspect of a production is so shaky."

Chicago Theatre Review - Somewhat Recommended

"...Without strong enough material, it would be difficult for any theatre to transform this lackluster musical into a show that sparkles. But NightBlue may have bitten off more than they can chew in deciding to produce two big book musicals running simultaneously in repertory. It seems as if the company spent all its time and energy on "The Producers" which, in comparison, is far brighter and much more entertaining. There are moments when the show begins to be amusing or affecting, but then it turns into a play that's more about moving furniture and scenery than about real people. There are timing issues, costumes and wigs that don't flatter the actors and choreography that only sizzles now and then. It's like this production, as Victor sings, is "Living in the Shadows.""