Additionally, the sound mix was a tad uneven; the orchestra occasionally drowned out the quieter voices in “On the Steps of the Palace.”

The standout performance of the evening came from as the Witch . Commanding the stage with a booming (and shockingly clear) voice, they transformed from a grotesque, rapping antagonist into a glamorous, wounded mother figure with astonishing ease. Their rendition of “Last Midnight” was a showstopper—equal parts terrifying and thrilling.

The comedic heartbeat of the show was the duo of the and the Baker’s Wife ([Actor’s Name]) . Their chemistry was wonderful, and they navigated Sondheim’s rapid-fire patter songs (“Maybe They’re Magic”) with clarity and charm. Special mention goes to [Actor’s Name] as Little Red Riding Hood —feisty, funny, and sporting a wolf-coat that got one of the biggest laughs of the night.