Modern Puppets Show! (Avenue Q)

Member Name: jennyf16

Product:	Avenue Q
Date:	01/09/08 (86 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: different, funny

Disadvantages: adult humour/content!

I saw this after having bought tickets on the internet and my boyfriend (works in theatre) wanted to go, so I tagged along with him and his friend, them both convincing me that I would enjoy it!

I wasn't really sure what to expect, I'd seen the posters in the tube stations of puppets - kind of like the muppets style but this is all I had to go on when walking in the theatre.

We had excellent seats, being on the very front row. I think for this show it is worth trying to sit as near to the front as possible to see the actors facial expressions as they do play quite a large roll in the show. The puppets are all on stage with their 'handler' which I found a bit odd at first but it works well and their expressions and mannerisms really adds another dimension to the puppet.

There aren't many characters within the show - may be 8 or 10 maximum but due to this each one is unique and you really get a feel for them and are able to understand them.

The story line is very good and keeps you interested and the songs just add to it containing funny lyrics and make you sing along after - we've even bought the soundtrack.

The storyline (I don't want to give it away) but it contains something that everyone can relate to which is what's really nice. The language and plot are quite adult content, I would say that some teenagers would be ok to watch this and others wouldn't it would depend on their maturity and their parents view!!!

I really enjoyed the show, it's funny, catchy and different. It would be good to go and see in quite a large group of friends and is suitable for both males and females.

Summary: must see show