A terrible water shortage, caused by a 20-year drought, led to a dystopian government-enforced ban on private toilets.
The citizens were forced to use public amenities that are regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by charging admission for one of humanity's most basic needs.
Any other method of seeking relief was punishable by exile to Urinetown, a mysterious place from which no one returns.
Young firebrand Bobby Strong inspireD a gang of the bladder-oppressed to kidnap Hope Cladwell, daughter of evil tycoon Caldwell B. Cladwell. Bobby and Hope fell in love, of course, even as the anarchic revolution continueD onward, unrelenting.
Director Brad Golden and his collaborative team's cyber-punk, hyper-colorized, immersive rendition captured the essence of the show flawlessly; not to mention the hilarious use of a full-body puppet to help exemplify evil. Spectators thrEw their heads back in laughter, then shock as they WEre confronted with the show's deeper themes.
Despite its icky name, Urinetown wAs fun, full of over-the-top comic performances, with satirical, playful dialogue, inspired choreography and an exciting, eclectic score.
