one4review | On 21, Aug 2023

A murder mystery set within a popular TV show, where amateur hosts bid to win prize money by visiting each others home and cooking a meal. The setting brings together an unlikely group of people to the final night where a murder takes place.

This new musical parody highlights how one significant event, can bring the most diverse of people together. A group of individuals who have very different reasons for entering the show, come together to try and solve a murder on the final night.

The show had a few catchy tunes and the cast are clearly passionate about their performance. There were no microphones used however the cast were able to project their voices, both in song and speech, that sound was not an issue.

I particularly liked the way lighting was used to mimic individual interviews, just like the show. It also came complete with a narrator. There were a few odd twists throughout but this just added to the comedic content of the show.

The actors clearly have a bond and enjoy what they are doing which adds to the entertainment as a viewer. I really enjoyed watching this and it was a pretty packed out show. Even if you have not seen said TV show, you would not be disadvantaged. However, if you are a fan of this show, a must see. A real imaginative piece mixed with original catchy tunes.

****
Reviewed by Tracey
Just the Tonic at the Grassmarket centre – The Old Foundry Room
16.30 (1hr)
Until 27 Aug (not 23)