Lovers of comic book movies, risqué theatre, and everyone in between need look no further to satiate their interests than Bowen Hills.
Following on from a highly-popular run in Perth, Action Reaction Entertainment, spearheaded by director Samwise Holmes, has crash-landed at Twelfth Night Theatre to provide Marvelous: A Risqué Parody, which might be just what you have been missing – a good laugh and a good time.
This strictly adults-only show is a parody of the famous “Marvel Universe”, and while some jokes may be missed without a good knowledge of this cultural phenomenon, do not be deluded, it is certainly a show for everyone over 18.
Highly creative choreography by Emma Wong – aided by some impressive aerial stunts co-ordinated by Alex Mannering (looking at you, Spiderman!) – puts everyone’s favourite superheroes in some… unexpectedly raunchy scenarios. Varied dance styles such as ballet and hip-hop work in tandem to give each number a unique feeling that keeps the show exciting throughout its 90-minute runtime.
And have I mentioned the homages? With tributes to such classics as Dirty Dancing, Magic Mike, Hamilton, and even Wicked, the small cast of eight pack a mighty punch with numerous visual gags, witty jokes, crass jokes, and shocking moments.
While there may not necessarily be a throughline connecting all segments, the fourth-wall-breaking narrator Deadpool keeps things structured and engaging, or at least as much as can be hoped for in such a production. Who is really here for the story anyways?
Having just added a third week in Brisbane due to high demand, make sure to see Marvelous: A Risque Parody before it leaves on April 4.
Tickets can be purchased at marveloustheshow.com.au.
