Guys and Dolls
at Paul VI Catholic High School

Reviewed on April 12, 2014

Gavin Moore
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Submitted for publication to Washington Post - Fairfax

Welcome to New York City circa 1950, where gamblers make their bets, dancing girls dazzle crowds, and a whole lot of luck can be found on the streets. From the Big Apple to Havana, gangsters to gospels, Paul VI Catholic High School presented the audience with spectacular dance numbers, infectious energy and soaring vocals in their production of Guys and Dolls.

Written by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows with music and lyrics from Frank Loesser, Guys and Dolls was based on two short stories by Damon Runyon and premiered on Broadway in 1950. The show was met with positive critical response and huge box office success, winning the Tony Award for Best Musical, and is considered to one of the most influential shows in the history of musical theater. The plot follows two couples: Nathan Detroit, a gambler running an illegal crap game in New York City, has been engaged to Miss Adelaide for 14 years, continuing to host the crap game despite his fiancée's desire for him to give up the game settle down. Another gambler, Sky Masterson, gets mixed up with Sergeant Sarah Brown from the Save-a-Soul mission after he takes Detroit up on a bet that he can take any girl to Cuba. What follows is a delightful musical comedy of hilarity and romance.

Spencer Loessberg stepped into the role of Nathan Detroit, infusing the suave character with ardor and ambition through his excellent vocal ability and commanding stage presence. Assuming the persona of ditzy cabaret dancer Miss Adelaide, Abby Rozmajzl's incredible vocal range and flexibility was fully showcased in "Bushel and a Peck" and "Adelaide's Lament." As Sky Masterson, Jacob Rozmajzl boasted incredible personality and powerful vocals, utilizing his wide range of facial expressions and superb vocals to mark numbers such as "Luck Be a Lady" as true highlights of the production. Caleigh Davis depicted "Missionary Doll" Sarah Brown with remarkable attention to her character's personality. The chemistry displayed by both couples was impeccable, providing a foundation for the rest of the show to build on.

In addition to compelling leads, several supporting actors stood out from amongst the large cast. J.J. Cummings imbued the role of Nicely-Nicely Johnson with fervor; truly shining in the show-stopping number, "Sit Down, You're Rockin' the Boat." As Big Jule, an infamous Chicago mobster, Joey Arzeno presented the comical character with hilarious physicality and expression, also showcasing impressive dancing ability. Jason Lockwood as Arvide Abernathy, Sarah's wise uncle and fellow missionary, was one of the most engaged performers and also wowed audience members with tremendous vocal talent in "More I Cannot Wish You." Overall, fraternity and camaraderie were evident in the ensemble, who all remained enthusiastic throughout the production.

The show was further strengthened by excellent technical aspects. An elaborate set, exquisite in design and almost professional in construction, provided a stunning backdrop for the musical, bringing the glitz and glamour of New York City to the stage. Many pieces of scenery contained working lights, including street lights to depict nighttime settings. The extensive number of costumes and props was impressive, though some did not seem appropriate for the time period. Sound was brilliantly handled, without any obvious miscues, while lighting design enhanced the kaleidoscopic atmosphere.

Though craps may be a game of luck, Paul VI Catholic High School left nothing up to chance in their vivacious production of a timeless musical. With beautiful technical elements, committed characterizations and uproarious hilarity, the commendable cast and crew of Guys and Dolls succeeded in presenting audience members with a thoroughly vibrant and entertaining night of theater.

Chris Doan
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Submitted for publication to Washington Post - Fairfax

Betting souls, love, and cold hard cash are normal in the Big Apple—though, with cops running about, Lady Luck needs to be on a gambler's side. In Paul VI Catholic High School's exuberant production of Guys and Dolls, the dark streets of New York came to life the in the light of flickering streetlights.

Written by Frank Loesser, Jo Swerling, and Abe Burrows, Guys and Dolls was first performed on Broadway in 1950 and was met with numerous accolades, such as the Tony Award for Best Musical. Following the tale of two couples brought together by bets, dice, and a whole lot of luck, the musical holds a certain charm that spawned several revivals and a feature film. When Nathan Detroit attempts to find a joint for his illegal floating crap game, he finds that the heat is on—the only possible locale for the craps game needs a grand for a deposit. In order to garnish the moolah, Detroit wagers that Sky Masterson can't talk a certain missionary—Sarah Brown—into going with to Havana. While Sky attempts to court Ms. Brown, Detroit deals with his own love, Adelaide, and their 14 year engagement. As the strands of love grow tight, so does fortune's hand as high rollers come calling.

With a powerful voice, Sky Masterson (Jacob Rozmajzl) shows his faith in luck when courting Sarah Brown (Caleigh Davis). A confident, powerful presence onstage, Rozmajzl commanded the focus of the musical with deep, lilting vocals in "Luck be a Lady." Davis, in her role as a meek missionary, was charming in her naivety, unknowingly drinking rum in Havana. Her innocent attitude gave way to a growing romance between her and Rozmajzl, which was reciprocated in "I've Never Been in Love Before." Their chemistry provided a foil to Adelaide (Abby Rozmajzl) and Nathan Detroit's (Spencer Loessberg) own marital woes. Adelaide's fiery personality and persistent love towards Detroit was met with Detroit's own obvious affection. Her accent, stereotypically New York, also was showcased in her impressive vocal performance—especially in "Adelaide's Lament."

Of course, a gambler needs a rink of high rollers—with a dedicated ensemble of vivacious gamblers, the show swelled with energy. As Nicely Nicely Johnson, J.J. Cummings was whimsical in his revivalist "Sit Down, You're Rockin' the Boat," along with his cohort Benny Southstreet (Max Snyder). Their whimsical song and dance was complemented by Arvide Abernathy's (Jason Lockwood) fatherly characteristics. A jolly old man, dedicated to the pursuit of the Lord, Lockwood humored the religious aspects of his mission, poking fun at everyone. Meanwhile, the gamblers were an energetic lot in "Luck be a Lady"—with impressive leaps and cartwheeling.

In the dark alleyways of New York, love and romance bloomed under the influence of Lady Luck, in Paul VI Catholic High School's musical, Guys and Dolls.

Emilia Brennan
Oakton High School
Submitted for publication to ShowBizRadio.net

Ever seen a craps shooter? You'll know one when you see him—a bright suit on his back, dice in his hand, and a doll on his arm. In other words, he looks like a snake that swallowed a golf ball. Paul VI Catholic High School's performance of "Guys and Dolls" took the audience to New York City back when the dolls were glamorous and the guys were scoundrels.

Written by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows with music and lyrics by Frank Loesser, Guys and Dolls is an adaptation of short stories written by Damon Runyon. Set in New York, the musical chronicles the lives of gamblers, dancers, and even missionaries. The production premiered on Broadway in 1950 and won a Tony Award for Best Musical. A film adaptation starring Frank Sinatra, Marlon Brando, and Jean Simmons later premiered in 1955.

Playing the shifty—albeit redeemable—Nathan Detroit, Spencer Loessberg instantly proved himself a strong male lead. His vocal abilities were very solid and his chemistry with Miss Adelaide was hilariously believable with all of their heated squabbles. Speaking of the night singer, Abby Rozmajzl played the spunky Hot Box star to perfection. Her belting abilities were incredible and every twitch of the eyebrow and squeak of the voice was done with flawless comedic timing.

With equal leading stage time and magnetic charisma, Jacob Rozmajzl played the freewheeling Sky Masterson. Trapped into a bet that he couldn't get a missionary sister out to dinner, Sky's goal to charm the uptight Sarah Brown quickly unraveled as he found himself falling for her. Rozmajzl's singing abilities were on par with those of professional performers. He was always quietly engaged on stage and had a presence that could not be ignored—and to his immense credit was impeccably consistent with his old New York style accent. Sarah Brown (Caleigh Davis) had just the right amount of sweetness to her and her gentle soprano voice suited the role perfectly.

Other standouts of the night included Big Jule (Joey Arzeno) the intimidating gangster from Chicago who had excellent dead pan lines, an intimidating presence, and a memorable straddle jump over Nathan in a men's dance number. Nicely Nicely Johnson (J.J. Cummings) was also a crowd favorite with his flustered sincerity juxtaposing his gambler's status. His shining moment came in "Sit Down, You're Rockin' the Boat" where he proved himself an accomplished vocalist. The male ensemble as a whole was incredibly impressive with their commitment to lively characters and constant engagement on stage.

"Call it sad, call it funny. But it's better than even money, that the guy's only doing it for some doll." Wedding bells rung and the card decks were pocketed in the end when it seemed—as it often does—that the dolls did the real work. With contagious enthusiasm and stand out vocalists, the Paul the VI Catholic High School players had lady luck (and a lot of hard work) on their side. This show is one that'll leave you ringing like a bell and humming right along—you can bet on it.

Joey Ledonio
Bishop Ireton High School
Submitted for publication to Patch.com - Fairfax

When neon-suited gamblers and overly-accented dames take the stage, Paul VI Catholic High School's Guys and Dolls bubbles to frothy life. If you've ever searched for the Broadway of yesteryear filled with wisecracking dames and smooth talking crapshooters, look no further than this fun, buzzing production.

Running for over 1,200 performances to universal praise, Guys and Dolls was described by one critic as the "perfect musical comedy". Premiering in 1950, this theatrical juggernaut went on to win the Tony Award for Best Musical and was found by critics and audiences alike to be both brilliantly artful and wonderfully uproarious. The story follows Nathan Detroit (Spencer Loessberg), who runs the oldest established illegal crap game in New York City. Desperate for money to secure a site for his illicit activities, Nathan bets fellow gambler Sky Masterson (Jacob Rozmajzl) one thousand dollars that Sky cannot take a girl to dinner in Havana, Cuba. Sky agrees and the girl in question is the beautiful and religious Sergeant Sarah Brown (Caleigh Davis) who leads the Save-A-Soul Mission. Hilarity ensues as Miss Adelaide (Abby Rozmajzl) badgers her fiancee of 14 years, Nathan, in this classic comedy.

Abby Rozmajzl blazed a trail bright enough to illuminate the entire stage as the brassy and lovable Adelaide. Bulldozing her way through this production, Rozmajzl's ceaseless energy coupled with sharp, commanding vocals and a decidedly ditzy demeanor quickly placed this actress at the heart of the show with every endearing line. Rozmajzl easily found life under Adelaide's mink coat and thick Brooklyn accent while playing opposite a spirited Nathan (Loessberg). Rozmajzl delivered a strikingly crafted performance that left the audience dazzled.

Not to be outdone, Jacob Rozmajzl enraptured the audience with his excellently rich tone and realistic characterization as the smooth talking Sky Masterson. Rozmajzl effectively painted Sky as a lovable gambler who transforms into a repentant sinner, giving the witty character a chance to shine. Believable chemistry with the sweet and eager Sarah Brown (Davis) and charmingly relaxed disposition allowed Rozmajzl to join the other Rozmajzl at the top of this production.

Standing out from the extensive and dedicated ensemble was the luminous Sarah Giuseppe as General Cartwright. Consistently delightful characterization as the sternly devout head of the Save-A-Soul organization, Giuseppe unleashed an unexpected wave of vocal energy that had electricity surging through the audience in the entertaining number "Sit Down, You're Rockin' the Boat", led by JJ Cummings as crapshooter Nicely-Nicely Johnson. Both Giuseppe and Cummings greatly bolstered this production through their incredible vocal technique.

Despite some inconsistently anachronistic props, much of the technical aspects of Guys and Dolls were effective. Hair and makeup admirably attempted to emulate an old Hollywood style. Sound was nearly impeccable during the show, always allowing actors' voices to carry despite some diction and pacing issues throughout the evening.

Luck was certainly a lady on Saturday night as Paul VI Catholic High School offered a delectable assortment of characters and songs in their production of Guys and Dolls, giving the audience a taste of a true American classic.

Jack Posey
McLean High School
Submitted for publication to Insidenova - Sun Gazette

A motley crew of men in brightly colored suits congregates in a sewer and watches with great anticipation as one man risks his entire fortune and his true love on one roll of dice. At the beginning of the 1950's in New York City, romance and gambling come together to create hilarious comic hijinks and moments of tender, sweet affection. With moments of pure unadulterated fun, Paul VI Catholic High School presented a joyous production of the celebrated musical romantic-comedy Guys and Dolls.

Guys and Dolls was met with acclaim when it opened in 1950, winning 5 Tony Awards, including Best Musical. The musical was based on a story and characters by New York short-story author Damon Runyon, and was augmented with music and lyrics by Frank Loesser and book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows. The show stands today as a beloved gem of American musical theatre, and has been widely produced in high school and community theatres. The story revolves around two pairs: Gambler Nathan Detroit and showgirl Miss Adelaide, and gambler Sky Masterson and missionary Sarah Brown. Detroit plans on running an illegal craps game while further postponing his marriage to Adelaide, his fiancée of 14 years. Meanwhile, Masterson courts the prudish Sarah Brown in what begins as a bet, but evolves into true love.

Jacob Rozmajzl gave a highly believable performance (complete with an authentic New York accent) as gambler Sky Masterson. Rozmajzl held himself with confidence and a smooth, masculine physicality, and his rich baritone voice shone in the iconic "Luck Be A Lady." As his love interest, Sarah Brown, Caleigh Davis was appropriately reserved in demeanor, and reached very high notes with her soft soprano serenading. Abby Rozmajzl shone as the bold showgirl Miss Adelaide; her big, bright belt and nasal New York accent fit the character perfectly. Spencer Loessberg's Nathan Detroit complemented her well, with adorable chemistry and strong comic give-and-take.

The principal characters were supported by hilarious, energetic featured characters. Max Snyder (Benny Southstreet) delivered one-liners that had the audience cracking up, and Joey Arzeno (Big Jule) showed a hilarious contrast between the hard, intimidating exterior of his gangster character and his neurotic, overly-sensitive interior. Other standout performances included JJ Cummings, who led a rousing rendition of "Sit Down, You're Rockin' the Boat," and a spirited male ensemble of gamblers who broke into energetic dance in their sewer craps game.

A removable backdrop of a New York street scene and several rotating brick- or wallpaper-covered periactoids were utilized to portray the majority of the scenes in the show taking place in the heart of New York City or the interior of the Save-a-Soul mission. A sewer backdrop and a large doorway with a glittering, well lit "Hot Box" logo were also brought on to transition between locations. The use of microphones was for the most part very successful, with clear tones carrying the voices of the actors throughout the auditorium.

The actors at Paul VI Catholic High School brought their audience on an enjoyable ride through New York City and the romantic antics of hilarious gamblers with their production of Guys and Dolls.

Hannah Warnick
Chantilly High School
Submitted for publication to The Catholic Herald

"Luck be a lady tonight." It'd be worth anyone's luck to take a gamble at Paul VI Catholic High School's refreshing and exuberant production of Guys and Dolls.

This revered musical comedy masterpiece opened on Broadway in 1950 and ran for over 1200 performances. The production received overwhelmingly positive reviews and won a plethora of awards, including the Tony Award for best musical and choreography. Based on the story by Damon Runyon with music and lyrics by Frank Loesser, Guys and Dolls recounts the fast-paced life of Nathan Detroit, the ringleader of the biggest crapshoot in town. In his latest game, Detroit bets old time friend and fellow gambler, Sky Masterson, that he can't fall in love with the uptight missionary girl, Sarah Brown of the Save-a-Soul Mission. Masterson ends up falling head over heels for Brown, while Detroit deals with his own love drama with his fiancé of 14 years, Miss Adelaide.

The streets of New York came to life in this witty and charming show complete with powerful vocals, innovative choreography, and refined technical elements. Time stood still as the audience was captivated by the energetic ensemble as well as the dedication and chemistry shown by all the actors.

Spencer Loessberg played the crafty Nathan Detroit with commendable comedic timing and charismatic stage presence. When alongside his fiancée, Miss Adelaide portrayed by Abigail Rozmajzl, the two proved to be quite the dysfunctional, yet playful pair. Rozmajzl's bubbly and ditsy personality was complimented by her compellingly rich vocals. Sky Masterson, played by Jacob Rozmajzl, dominated the show with his pure magnetism, likeable persona, and powerhouse singing. His crisp delivery reached its peak in the rousing number, "Luck be a Lady." Rozmajzl chased after Sarah Brown, portrayed by Caleigh Davis with great fervor and their relationship blossomed with undeniable chemistry.

The supporting cast added depth and vivacity to the already concrete performance. J.J. Cummings as Nicely Nicely Johnson stood out during "Sit Down, You're Rockin' the Boat," another big, crowd pleasing number. Big Jule played by Joey Arzeno displayed his over the top and rowdy character with much success. Brendan McAlevy as Lt. Brannigan kept the show moving during scene transitions adding humorous commentary to his already lively character.

This seamless production, succeeded in its technical elements, in addition to its splendid acting. The sound and lights were particularly solid with consistency shown in the adjustment of the microphones depending on the scene unfolding. The lights were well executed and creatively designed, complete with a flashing "Hot Box" sign. The set looked as if it came right out of a picture book, with intricate details and moveable pieces displaying the various locations used throughout the show. The orchestra added depth to the sweet sounding harmonies that filled the auditorium.

Paul VI Catholic High School's production of Guys and Dolls hit the jackpot, leaving the audience with money in their pockets, smiles on their faces, and "a bushel and a peck," or two.

Elizabeth Coo
Westfield High School
Submitted for publication to Connection

"They call you Lady Luck, but there is room for doubt. At times you have a very un-lady-like way of running out!" But if you did run out of Paul VI Catholic High School's production of Guys and Dolls, you would have missed a fun night filled with laughter, jokes, and an attempt to answer to the age old question: "What won't a guy do for a doll?"

In its infancy, Guys and Dolls started out as a series of short stories by Damon Runyon and then graduated to book form through the work of Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows. With Frank Loesser's composition of its signature swinging tunes and lyrics, Guys and Dolls went on to premiere on Broadway in 1950 and win the Tony Award for Best Musical in 1951. Since then, the musical has undergone numerous revivals and is widely considered to be one of the must-see, great American musicals of all time.

Somewhat ambiguously set during Depression-era New York City, where gambling is illegal and even the lowlifes still dressed in suits, Guys and Dolls follows the intersecting lives of Nathan Detroit and Sky Masterson. The show opens with Nathan trying to find a place to hold his illegal crap game while keeping his gambling activities a secret from his fiancé of 14 years, Adelaide. Nathan tries to coerce money out of Sky, but on a bet gone sweet, Sky ends up falling for good-girl missionary, Sarah Brown. Both men are "no-goodniks", who try to juggle their love for shooting crap and their love for the woman in their lives. The people of New York City with whom they associate create a colorful backdrop to the two couples' winding road to wedding bells.

The entire cast added a perky step to the upbeat and liveliness of New York City. Though the ensemble was a little inconsistent with their energy level, the whole group worked well together, improvising and bantering with each other, so that slip ups were overshadowed by the general, feel-good air of the show. Especially memorable were the lowlife, gambling crapshooters, who shined in group numbers such as "Luck Be a Lady" and "Sit Down, You're Rockin' the Boat".

"Chemistry? Yes, Chemistry!" Without believability and authenticity between the two couples, the driving force behind Guys and Dolls would be lost. But the chemistry between the four leads: Jacob Rozmajzl (Sky Masterson), Caleigh Davis (Sarah Brown), Spencer Loessberg (Nathan Detroit), and Abby Rozmajzl (Miss Adelaide), was palpable in songs such as "I'll Know" and "Sue Me", and truly carried the production.

Though there were many moments that stood out in this particular show, performances from Max Snyder as Benny Southstreet and Joey Arzeno as Big Jule were notable for their comedic timing, constant energy, humorous characterizations, and engagement with the storyline.

Though there were some issues with the technical aspects of the show, the cast recovered by keeping the pace and energy fast, animated, and dynamic, so that any inconsistencies were forgiven in light of strong vocals, vivacious lowlifes, and two endearing couples falling in love.

In short, the cast and crew of Paul VI Catholic High School's Guys and Dolls created an entertaining night that left everyone feeling a little lucky to be there.

Abigail Giuseppe
Bishop Ireton High School
Submitted for publication to Panther Press

The curtain rises as the hustle and bustle of 50's New York ensues. Con men, city police, lovely ladies, and gamblers run amok as Paul VI Catholic High School's production of Guys and Dolls begins.

Guys and Dolls, with book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows and music by Frank Loesser, opened in 1950 and received rave reviews from critics. Running more than 1200 performances, the show has seen many revivals and even film adaptations, and has received 8 Tony awards.

The plot revolves around two couples seeking love and happiness in the corrupt gambling scene of 1950's New York City. Nathan Detroit, a prominent gambler, is trying to find the perfect venue for a big craps game while avoiding the wrath of a vigilant Lieutenant Brannigan and the displeasure of his fiancé of 14 years, Adelaide. When he turns to fellow gambler, Sky Masterson, for help, Sky ends up falling for a local missionary worker, Sarah Brown. All hell breaks loose as they travel from Cuba to the New York sewers looking for solutions to their problems, but in the end everything works out for the quirky lovers.

Jacob Rozmajzl as Sky Mastereson led the cast with enthusiasm and skill. His lush and masterful voice along with his genuine charm and authentic New York accent made him a pleasure to watch every time he walked onstage. His songs, "My Time of Day" and "Luck Be a Lady", showed off his diverse vocal range and made him an audience favorite. Another skilled member of the cast was Abby Rozmajzl (Adelaide) who won the audience's hearts with her humor and outstanding vocal performance. Her song "Adelaide's Lament" left the audience in awe of her impeccable voice while her well timed humor left them in stitches.

Two smaller roles with equally memorable moments were those of Big Jule and General Cartwright. Joey Arzeno as Big Jule was consistently scowling and hilarious from the moment he walked on stage to the moment he left it. His characterization was spot on and his enthusiasm was palpable, especially during his impressive jump in the sewer scene. Sarah Giuseppe as General Cartwright completely changed the mood of the song Sit Down, You're Rockin' the Boat. With her amazing and impressive vocals she blew the audience away and her tirade about the devil at the end of the song left the audience rolling in the aisles.

The ensemble of the show had undeniable energy and enthusiasm throughout, especially the gang of crapshooters who each livened up the stage with personalities just as colorful as the suits that adorned them. Overall, the entire cast worked well together and created an energy onstage that left the audience looking for more.

Although the show did have a few technical mishaps, the sound and lighting were relatively consistent throughout. A series of creative lighting, such as that at The Hot Box, in Adelaide's dressing room, and street lamps, gave the set a sense of importance and prestige. The sets were charming and complimented the show, although some scene changes were bit lengthy. Many of the men's costumes were quirky and fun, adding to their overall dynamic as one unit onstage.

With a talented cast of players and lively technical elements, Paul VI Catholic High School's production of Guys and Dolls was one that left you wanting to stand up and keep rocking the boat.

Sophie DeLeo
George Mason High School
Submitted for publication to Fairfax County Times

I got the show right here, and it's the PVI Players' production of the classic American musical Guys and Dolls. Set in the 1950s in New York City, it tells the story of how straight-laced missionary Sarah Brown falls for crapshooting gangster Sky Masterson, and how Hot Box dancer Adelaide finally gets her long-time, gambling fiancé, Nathan Detroit, to settle down with her. Filled with fedoras, dice, cigars, and toe-tapping tunes, Paul VI Catholic High School put on an excellent production of a well known show.

Carrying the show was Jacob Rozmajzl as he played Sky Masterson. His gorgeous baritone voice was as smooth as his character, and he masterfully transitioned from being cocky and light-hearted to being insecure and vulnerable in the more emotional scenes he had. Rozmajzl also had lovely chemistry with freshman Caleigh Davis who played Sarah Brown. Her naivety and wide-eyed nature provided for some incredibly sweet moments onstage, and when singing in her lower register, her tones were clear and bright, making for some nice harmonies with Rozmajzl in songs like "I've Never Been in Love Before."

Stunning the audience with her skill throughout the entire show was Abby Rozmajzl, who played Miss Adelaide. A true triple threat, Rozmajzl skillfully played a hilarious, airheaded dancer, but in songs like "Sue Me" showed a vulnerable girl that the audience completely sympathized with. She danced flawlessly in songs like "A Bushel and a Peck" and absolutely floored the audience with her incredible belt during "Adelaide's Lament." Playing opposite her was Spencer Loessberg as Nathan Detroit. Loessberg's swaggering and entitled attitude helped him to command the stage whenever he was on and also made for some red-hot chemistry with Rozmajzl when they were on together.

This show had a ridiculous amount of male gangsters, yet all managed to create distinct, memorable characters. J. J. Cummings shone as Nicely Nicely, showcasing his strong voice in numbers like "Sit Down You're Rocking the Boat," and his counterpart, Max Snyder who played Benny Southstreet, had clean tenor vocals and a sweet, funny character, allowing the two to blend vocally and acting-wise very nicely in songs like "Fugue for Tinhorns" and "Guys and Dolls." Two other male characters who stood out were Will Holley playing Harry the Horse, whose slumped posture and crooked smile made him impossible to forget, Joey Arzeno playing Big Jule, whose lack of height made his angry, intimidating character incredibly comic. Arzeno also danced with an energy not often found in high school boys, hyping the audience up right before numbers like "Luck Be a Lady."

Paul VI Catholic High School did not disappoint with their production of Guys and Dolls, doing justice to a well known show. I found myself smiling and laughing after every scene as did much of the audience. Overall, this production was a great way to spend a Saturday night.