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What the critics said:

"... I haven't had so good a time at a musical this year ... " - Owen Richardson (The Age)
 

What the critics of the day in 1966 said:

"... fast, gripping, catchy, un-selfconcious and full of variety..." Jean Battersby (Canberra Times)

 

"... commendable... has vitality, colour and authenticity..." Leonard Radic (The Age)

 

What the audience said:

 

"Fantastic.  Strong Cast. Great direction... Really interesting to see an Aussie take on 50's youth, racism. etc.  Surprisingly dark, raw.  Really enjoyed it!"

"Excellent, funny, very entertaining! Such a talented lot of actors - a great mix!"

"An insight and an eye opener to the real 50's and 60's... it's a good laugh and a half."

"Growing up in St. Kilda in the 50's and 60's was a real life experience... thanks for the laughs."

"Thorougly enjoyable.  Excellent cast.  Many issues still absolutely relevant.  Appeal to modern youth as 'cult' stuff."

"I am 63 and the show reflects the times and some of the attitudes very well.  The songs were excellently done and a great reading - lots of talent!"

"Absolutely fantastic!  Very entertaining.  I have been to many theatre productions before but never a reading - I enjoyed it thoroughly."

"Strong cast, humorous sounds, well sung.  Pity this musical was almost lost! 4.5 stars."