@showsiveseen "I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change" #musical #revue by Renton Civic Theatre. Charming versatile stage presence from @Charlie Stevens. Laugh, reflect, and maybe even cringe a little at the complexities of love over a lifetime. Closing next weekend! Review: showsiveseen.com/11789 Photos: Colin Madison Director: Mauro Bozzo Conductor: Lindsay Delmarter Stage Manager: Valerie Reid #showsiveseen #theatre #relationships #love #dating #marriage #skits ♬ Epilogue / I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change – Jimmy Roberts & Joe DiPietro
Elevator Thoughts (aka Tweet): I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change musical revue by Renton Civic Theatre. Charming versatile stage presence from Charlie Stevens. Laugh, reflect, and maybe even cringe a little at the complexities of love over a lifetime. Closing next weekend!
See it if either 1) you enjoy vignette musicals like You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown 2) or you want to support local community theatre.
Was This the First Time I Attended a Production of this Show? Yes
Would I See It Again 3 Years from Now? No
Mainstream Appeal: Medium
My Synopsis (No Spoilers): A collection of musical skits that humorously explore the ups and downs of relationships — from dating, to marriage, to family life, to dating all over again!
Synopsis from the Licensor or Theatre Company: Experience the hilarity and heart of I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change! This musical comedy explores the rollercoaster ride of relationships, from first dates to long-term commitment, with sharp wit and relatable humor. Featuring catchy songs and laugh-out-loud scenarios, it’s a celebration of love in all its perfectly imperfect forms. Whether you’re single, coupled, or somewhere in between, this show is sure to have you nodding along and laughing out loud. Don’t miss this lighthearted and charming theatrical treat!
Type: Musical Revue
World Premiere: No
Several or Few Scenes: Several
Several or Few Settings/Locations: Several
Static (Stationary) or Dynamic Set: Sparse and stationary
Prior Exposure/Knowledge Required: No
Defined Plot/Storyline: No, it was a series of independent vignette skits, but they unfold in a way that traces the evolution of romantic relationships over a lifetime.
Live Band/Orchestra: Yes
Union Actors: 0
Total Actors: 8
Perceived Pace of the Show: Medium speed
Was there an intermission? Yes
Length (Including Any Intermission): 2 hours
Other Rave(s) Not Mentioned Above
- Bedroom Scene: The sex scene was cleverly executed, with David Yake and Kate Connors creating silhouette shadows against a white sheet.
- Senior Love: The closing scenes with Sharry and Michael O’Hara were endearing as they portrayed how widowed seniors long for love again. However, I’ve always found it odd when actors are introduced at the very end of a show. Imagine waiting through two full acts before finally featuring on-stage. How frustrating that must be! It brought to mind “Diva’s Lament (Whatever Happened to My Part?)” from Spamalot.
Rant(s)
- Set Transitions: Set and prop movement between scenes was sometimes a bit distracting since it can make productions feel more amateur. That said, I understand it’s difficult to avoid this in community theatre, where budgets don’t allow for elaborate stage mechanics.
Other Musing(s) and Observation(s)
- Gay Representation: The script could benefit from more LGBT representation. I appreciated the inclusion of same-sex parents, but what about same-sex dating? It would likely resonate more with the LGBT audience members, given that there are more gay singles than gay parents. And don’t forget about the lesbians!
- Drums: Adding a drummer to the band would make a world of difference in this production. I remember performing with the Seattle Men’s Chorus when our drummer didn’t arrive in time for a show. The contrast between having and not having a drummer was like night and day.
- Renton Civic Theatre: If you haven’t been keeping up with the drama in the news and on social media, Renton Civic Theatre is now under entirely new leadership and a revamped board of directors. This marks their second (or third?) production under the new regime. It’ll be interesting to see the company’s trajectory moving forward, especially since they’ve reportedly recently secured significant funding for improvements. Wishing them the best of luck!
Theatre Company: Renton Civic Theatre
Venue: Renton Civic Theatre
Venue Physical Address: 507 South Third St, Renton, WA 98057
Price Range: $38
Dates: 2/14/25 to 3/2/25
Seating: General Admission
Parking: Plentiful free street parking
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Pictures: See production pictures below by Colin Madison Photography.
Cast and Production Team: See after pictures below.
