Theater review: Hairspray wow!

VICTOR RODRIGUEZ Editor-in-Chief @vrodriguez2100

Tremendous wigs, decked out threads and enough hairspray to tear through the ozone.

Directed by Shaheen Vaaz, Pierce’s rendition of “Hairspray” is a diamond in the rough. Vaaz had a great foundation to work with, but just couldn’t deliver with the lead actors at her disposal.

Jordan Haddad as Tracy Turnblad the lead, was effective, but lacked anything original. Haddad may very well be an instance of type casting, but she efficiently fulfilled her role.

Elias Korio as Link Larkin never once embodied the bravado needed from the male lead. His stage presence lacked much to be desired. However, during his rendition of “It takes two,” there was some semblance of swagger, but not enough to last the entire run. Vocally, Korio was surprisingly impressive.

This motley crew of a cast boasted incredible supporting actors, but unfortunately the leads couldn’t follow suit. This is