I read dozens of reviews before I went to see the show.
We went with my daughter & her 2 friends (all girls aged 4-6).
IT IS WHAT IT IS. A highly-recommended stage musical for children based on the TV Show.
I completely disagree with some of the terrible reviews I read. Yes, if you were grading the show as an adult, it doesn't compare to great theatre, as it lacks storyline & continuity. It likely won't hold your attention too long as a grown-up. Was it the best show I have ever been too? Of course not, but it isn't really my review that you want.
The bottom line is, if I were writing this review for my 4 1/2 year old daughter, I would give it 5 Stars for sure. It is her opinion that truly matters. She was giddy & looking forward to it for three days before we went, she was excited driving to the event & then loved seeing all the kids running around when we got there. The show captivated her & she enjoyed all of the individual characters on stage. In the few days since the event, she hasn't stopped talking about it & she has been sleeping with the Toopy & Binou stuffed toys that we purchased before the show started. Her positive experience was worth every penny we spent.
When I looked around the theatre at the finale of the show, I looked around and saw smiles on all the faces of the children as they clapped. That is the reason I would recommend this show & the reason I will continue to take my children to similar events.