You Can Bet That He's Doin' It For Some Doll

I went on a date to the Center Street Musical Theatre located, well on Center Street in Provo. They are running the musical Guys & Dolls. I saw the movie last year and thought it was really cute. My date made reservations with them to have dinner, so we showed up an hour before the start of the performance. I was quite impressed with the meal. It was a delicious rotisserie chicken-the kind that falls right off the bone-, garlic red potatoes and a roll. The salad was served on the side and had a delightful dressing. I really wanted to ask them what it was. I had pink lemonade with it. They also gave us ice cream with chocolate syrup and whipped cream in a cup. All those who had dinner also got great seats in front of the stage while the rest of the seating was farther back. It does cost extra, but I think it was worth it (Ok, so I didn't exactly pay...but, it would probably add up to the same amount or more if you went somewhere else).

They’re production of Guys & Dolls was not bad. I think the main characters, namely Adelaide, Nathan Detroit, Sky Masterson, and Sarah Brown were the most well cast. The Adelaide and Nathan scenes were my favorite. I think that actors are best when they make you forget about what is going on around you or who they really are. I can’t help but feel a little sorry for the actor who played Sky Masterson. I tried, but it was hard not to compare it to the movie - just a little. And there is no one like Marlon Brando, especially when singing “Luck Be a Lady”. The rest of the cast felt a little lacking, even though there were a few bright spots. Overall I felt most of the dance scenes were unimpressive.
I still thoroughly enjoyed myself. It was comical, fun and made me want to be a part of it. I even loved how they poked fun at Utah culture.

My favorite lines:
“Coffee is so good! I don’t know why it isn’t a sin!”
“Hey look BYU Students! They’ll be married in a week!”

There will be other productions throughout the year that I hope to go see.
So I suggest you all go to the CSMT and see some pretty great theatre. Buy your date the dinner also. Don’t be a cheapskate!