“The one-night stand that became a showstopper.”VIBE CHECK:Musical Theater / Rom-Com / Aspiring Composer Energy / NostalgicTHE PLOT:Directly adapted from the 1999 film, the musical follows Gabriel, a shy office worker and aspiring Broadway composer, who meets Mark, a charismatic go-go dancer. Their simple goal—finding a place to be alone for one night—is thwarted by a series of high-energy musical obstacles, including Gabriel's eccentric, audition-obsessed best friend Katherine and the legendary drag queen Miss Coco Peru. THE QUEER & RADICAL ANGLE: A "New Hope" in 4/4 Time: The musical preserves the film’s radical optimism—the idea that a queer story can be a lighthearted romantic comedy without the weight of tragedy or "coming out" trauma. Original Creative DNA: The production is written by the film's original screenwriter, Jason Schafer, ensuring that the wit and heart of the 1999 classic remain intact while being expanded for the stage. WHY IT KILLS:The musical made its world premiere as the grand finale of the Out Front Theatre Company's 2024/25 season. With music by Arthur LaFrentz Bacon, the show finally gives Gabriel the "musical comedy" moment he spent the entire original movie dreaming about. It’s a full-circle moment for fans who have waited over two decades to see these characters find their rhythm again. ENCORE SCORE: 9.4 / 10 🎭🎶
👑 TRICK! (2025)
