Sook Yee:

Lerner and Loewe’s Camelot was a refreshing take on the tale of King Arthur and the knights of the round table. Aspects of the story, such as the initial comical hostility between Queen Guenevere and Sir Lancelot and Sir Lancelot’s exaggerated French accent, made the story amusing. In fact, these quirks showed me that the story of Camelot can be lighthearted too.

Above all, the amicability between the three protagonists of the story was this musical’s the most impressionable feature. When King Arthur sang about taking revenge as a man, I sighed internally because I thought that King Arthur, like many people, would give into that temptation. I was pleasantly surprised when King Arthur allowed his love to overpower his indignation, deciding to just trust the two people he loved.

I was also amazed when that trust was requited because Lancelot and Queen Guenevere were concerned about King Arthur’s feelings.Their unique and strong relationship was believable. Moreover, this rare amicable bond really amplified my dismay as I anticipated the inevitable tragedy. Camelot was not just another retelling of a place that was destroyed due to a war over pride and an adulterous affair.

I really enjoyed the play on Sunday!