Brock Fargey

I had the opportunity to see Popurrí on opening night, and I was completely engaged from beginning to end. There were so many elements that stood out to me, but here are a few thoughts that might convince you to grab a ticket and experience it for yourself.

The Design

Without giving away any of the surprises, the variety and creativity within the costumes and props were beautifully executed. A production like this challenges its designers to think outside the box—to find creative ways to source, reuse, and transform materials—and that resourcefulness was one of the show's greatest visual strengths.

The lighting was another standout. Its use in representing the soul was not only visually striking, but also became an important part of the storytelling. And the puppets? Easily one of my highlights of the production. They were incredibly well crafted and added such a unique theatrical element to the show.

The Chemistry

The cast had fantastic chemistry. It was clear that they were genuinely having fun together onstage, and that energy was infectious. There was a wonderful sense of support between the performers, and you could see how much they were feeding off one another throughout the show.

The Surprises

As I mentioned, I don't want to spoil anything—but there are plenty of surprises along the way. Popurrí does a great job of keeping you curious about what might come next, so I'd recommend going in knowing as little as possible.

The Opera Voices

The opera voices were a particular treat. While they were often used for comedic effect, the performers behind them have genuinely beautiful voices. The contrast between the comedy and the quality of the singing made these moments even more enjoyable.

A huge thank you to the cast and creative team behind Popurrí for such a fun and inventive night of theatre. If you're looking for something that will surprise you, make you laugh, and give you plenty to appreciate from a theatrical design and performance perspective, I'd definitely recommend checking it out.

And yes… I'll be celebrating Moth Mondays from now on.