The Addams Family (Singapore)

With the all-too-familiar *Snap Snap!* addams family theme song, The Addams Family is finally here in Singapore! I must say it is spooktacularly good!

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The musical comprising of ghoulish Addams Family characters, created by renowned American cartoonist Charles Addams, together with a wonderful storyline and dark jokes would definitely appeal to audiences. The music and lyrics written by Andrew Lippa are both witty and hummable, a pleasure to listen and enjoy.

The Addams Family features an original story with deeply in love couple, Gomez and Morticia Addams, their two (not so adorable) murderous children, Wednesday and Pugsley Addams, spooky Grandma, the moon-lover Uncle Fester as well as the zombie-liked butler, Lurch. The story unfolds as Wednesday falls in love with a normal boy, Lucas, and invites his family over for dinner.

I was fortunate enough to catch the show on the opening night gala.

Before the show commenced, the usual cellphone warning came in the form of "The use of nooses, thumbscrews, guillotines and other torture devices is not permitted during the show, but strongly encouraged during intermission." This aptly sets up the atmosphere for what is to come.

The changing and coordinating of sets, lightings, orchestra and the cast performance are well executed. Try to spot the local touches added to the performance if you can! :)

The talented cast was not only entertaining to watch, efforts to engage and connect with the audiences can also clearly be seen, aptly showcasing what live musical is about!

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Wednesday Addams, played by Jennifer Fogarty, definitely stole much limelight with her clear, crisp voice and strong vocals. It's disgustingly true! I was totally impressed with her rendition of "Pulled" (I highly recommend you to hear it live yourself!). Also, kudos to Jennifer Fogarty for being able to pull off such commendable poker face throughout the musical.

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Also, the role of Gomez Addams is well-played by Jesse Sharp, wonderfully showcasing his oozing affection for his dear wife Morticia as well as his only daughter Wednesday.

KeLeen Snowgren, who played Morticia, wowed audience as she beautifully sang and dance in such a skintight "dress cut to Venezuela". Simply enjoyed how she delivered "Death Is Just Around the Corner", one of the show's best numbers.

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Lurch, played by Dan Olson, might have very few lines in this musical but his comedic moves simply tickles the audiences. I really enjoyed his deep bass voice, allowing the musical to end on such a good note :)

There is also Grandma, played by Amanda Bruton, who will be remembered for her morbid sense of humour as well as her wide collection of potions.

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Pugsley Addams, played by Jeremy Todd Shinder and Connor Barth on alternate nights, his act of mischief created a wonderful second act. The jealous brother loves being tortured by Wednesday. Besides being able to see him in a torture chamber, you can witness him singing in Soprano. 

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Not forgetting Uncle Fester, played by Shaun Rice, who plays a role as Cupid to help Wednesday and Lucas (played by Bryan Welnicki) in their romance. Uncle Fester even has a strange ability to generate electricity (who can forget his classic lightbulb scene). Shaun Rice definitely nailed his role as Uncle Fester, allowing him to be creepy yet sweet at the same time.

So are you game to catch some rigor mortis?
The Addams Family plays in Singapore from the 9th-28th July. Do grab your tickets now through Sistic!
It's definitely worth your time and money.