The production of “Something Rotten” at the Chagrin Valley Little Theatre was a delightful and entertaining experience, with a talented cast, clever set design, and wonderful music that all contributed to a highly enjoyable production.

“Something Rotten” is a musical comedy set in the 1590s, and it follows the story of two struggling playwrights, Nick and Nigel Bottom, as they attempt to compete with the famous Shakespeare. The show is known for its witty and clever humor, as well as its catchy and energetic music.

The cast of “Something Rotten” at the Chagrin Valley Little Theatre did an exceptional job of bringing the show to life. The leads, played by George Bailey as Nick Bottom and Ev Brodsky as Nigel Bottom, were particularly impressive. Both actors had excellent comedic timing and delivered their lines with great enthusiasm. They also had strong singing voices and performed the show’s many musical numbers with great skill and energy.

The supporting cast was also outstanding, with standout performances from Emily Sedmak as Portia, the love interest of Nigel, and Joshua Budd as Shakespeare, the arrogant and pompous playwright who serves as the main antagonist of the show. The ensemble cast was also excellent, with each member contributing to the show’s humor and energy.

One of the highlights of the production was the set design, which was cleverly and creatively used to bring the show’s many locations to life. The Chagrin Valley Little Theatre has a smaller stage, but they maximized the set design to accommodate the smaller space which allowed the actors to seamlessly move from one scene to another. The set design was visually stunning and added to the overall humor and energy of the show.

The music in “Something Rotten” is a crucial component of the show, and the orchestra at the Chagrin Valley Little Theatre did an excellent job of providing the perfect musical accompaniment to the production.