Guys and Dolls at Theatre At The Center

Chicago Stage Review - Recommended

"... Theatre at the Center’s production of Guys and Dolls has far more winners than losers. Sky Masterson may crap out, and blow a lot of Sarah Brown’s bankroll in the process, but Angie Stemberg’s Miss Adelaide is a high-stakes big winner, and Norm Boucher’s Nathan Detroit makes good as well. There may be a couple of bad bets here, but an entire evening of Guys and Dolls is a sure thing."

Chicago Stage and Screen - Somewhat Recommended

"...Guys and Dolls” is an excellent piece of musical theatre, and I would recommend that everyone experience the electric score and storyline. But through the eyes of Theatre at the Center, I must say I was highly disappointed. Between the foggy animated set, the thin choreography, and two of the leads being miscast, I’m afraid “Guys and Dolls” fans everywhere will hang their heads in discouragement. Even though many of the show’s numbers were enjoyable, such as “Sue Me”, “Luck Be A Lady”, and “Adelaide’s Lament”, the overall quality was lacking, sending up red flags when deciding on whether on not to spend $40 for a ticket."

Around The Town Chicago - Highly Recommended

"...This is a fun show that truly showcases what musical comedy is supposed to be; great songs,” “I’ll Know”, “My Time Of Day”, “Luck Be A Lady”. “Sit Down, You’re Rockin The Boat ( Baum truly rocks with this show stopping number), “Guys and Dolls” and the beautiful “More I Cannot Wish You” ( handled with the soft touch of veteran Jim Sherman as Arvide Abernathy; great characters and a powerful ensemble. Directed by Willima Pullinsi and Choreographed by Linda Fortunato, this production brings back some fond memories. I have done the show on several occassions and of course seen countless productions. This one has a freshness to it that one can feel comes from the cast and their energy. It is hard sometimes to do a show that is over 60 years old and make it seem fresh. The younger people in tonight’s opening night audience truly enjoyed what they saw and “got it”-this is due to the production team that works as a family to make sure the audience walsk away feeling good. You will!"