Gypsy (1962)

The script and score of this musical are excellent. The acting is good. The singing, however, is unfortunate. "If Momma Was Married," one of my favorite songs from the show, was nearly unlistenable because of awkward, uncomfortable, missed notes. Rosalind Russell is not a singer and as such, could not connect with her character through the songs. "Everything's Coming Up Roses" and "Rose's Turn" are both phenomenal songs that showcase the character and should be extremely moving, powerful performances. Instead, Russell's powerful acting seems to shut off on the songs, and I completely zoned out. Very disappointing, musically, but still a very good script. 3 stars.