Critical Reaction

"With Jerry Herman's life affirming songs, Showtune is uplifting and fun. Skip 'American Idol' and spend the evening with a real American treasure."
– Curtain Up

"Jerry Herman was once defined by Alan Jay Lerner as the Irving Berlin of his generation, and Showtune, a collection of Herman classics at the Pasadena Playhouse, demonstrates why Herman deserves this sobriquet. ...Solidly delivers."
– Variety

"Entertaining, enlightening, enthralling and memorable."
– San Francisco Gate

"Delightful... you are sure to leave with a smile on your face."
– The Examiner