Broadway on Main Street: Nothing Rotten about Something Rotten

Get ready to be blown away, because the Tony Award-winning sensation, Something Rotten, took center stage at Theatre Three with a bang! This side-splitting comedy is perfect for a musical-loving family. The entire cast, crew, and live pit orchestra left us in awe with their unforgettable performance.

In Something Rotten, Nigel and Nick Bottom are two struggling playwright brothers in 1595 who find themselves in the shadow of the renowned William Shakespeare. Seeking a way to surpass Shakespeare, the Bottom brothers consult a soothsayer who predicts that musicals are the future of theater. Inspired, Nigel and Nick embark on a hilarious journey to create the world’s first musical.

The cast of this show did not disappoint. Ryan Nolin and Andrew Boza delivered fantastic performances as brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom. Both Christine Boehm (Bea) and Danielle Pafundi (Portia) proved to be exceptional comedic actresses, bringing uproarious laughter across the audience. Evan Teich’s Shakespeare was absolutely perfect and captured the Renaissance rockstar flawlessly. Stacey Boggs’ lighting design added a beautiful touch to the overall aesthetic of the performance. Finally, the 150 costumes made by Chakira Doherty were absolutely stunning, and words cannot do justice to their magnificence. Under the masterful direction of Jeffrey Sanzel, the entire production was completely captivating leaving the audience thoroughly entertained. Don’t miss the opportunity to catch Something Rotten in Port Jefferson at Theatre Three.