Are there any saving graces here? Actually, yes. First, at no point does anyone involved in this show take anything too seriously. That alone prevents the thing from being outright offensive. More importantly, and somewhat surprisingly, they do a very good job with the music. There are no watered-down easy-listening versions of the songs, they stay true to the originals with very little of the common, overwrought, Broadway-style theatrics. In fact, prior to the finale, they completely give up the whole charade and just turn to the audience and ask if they want to hear Bohemian Rhapsody.
The audience, certainly less jaded than I, seemed to be pleased overall and responded enthusiastically, wisely reserving their loudest applause for the backing musicians.
Considering the cheapest ticket is north of $80, I'd have to say it’s probably best to give We Will Rock You a miss in most cases. It would probably work best for youngsters who are enamored of classic rock. (Aside: I am astounded by the number of pre- and early teens who are fond of classic rock. I would have never listened to my parent's music at that age.) Although even for them there are puerile sexual references to consider. If you are a Queen fanatic, it is worth seeing as a curiosity; it was co-developed by Brian May of Queen. If you have lost the better part of your annual salary at the blackjack table and the casino offers you comp tickets to soothe the pain, then go for it. Otherwise, load up your iPod and listen to the originals.
Article comments
1 - RiciBaby2
Where can I find the history of We Will Rock You by Queen? What year did it first come to USA?
2 - Akrios
This band sucks balls never go to one of there things it sucks BALLS!