The Addams Family @ Overbrook High School

"Full Disclosure": Everyone has "Secrets" locked away like the skeletons in their closets. Watch a web of lies unravel in Overbrook High School's creatively kooky production of The Addams Family.

Since the original cartoon was published in 1938, this iconic family has been adapted into a multitude of television shows and movies. Written by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice, with music by Andrew Lippa, The Addams Family musical hit Broadway in April of 2010, earning two Tony Award Nominations. This show follows the entire Addams Family as they start to crumble after learning of Wednesday's engagement to Lucas Beineke, a normal boy.

Overbrook's production was anchored by their exceptionally detailed sets. The two story house provides an incredible amount of dimension to the stage, letting actors move through it with natural fluidity. The hand painted wallpaper design, strategically placed picture frames, and weathered mausoleum capture the well-known haunted house feel. Interactive set pieces, such as Pugsley's torture device, create an authentic relationship between the characters and the world they're in.

Morticia Addams (Savannah Mitchell) lured the audience in with her powerful stage presence and impeccable sarcastic line delivery. Not only did she command the stage with her voice in songs like "Secrets" and "Just Around the Corner", but her dancing in "Tango de Amor" was nothing short of mesmerizing. Morticia and Gomez Addams (Xavier Vargas) had sparks flying, expressing both undying love and marital tension. From comedic timing to on point facial expressions, Gomez had the audience chuckling all throughout the production. His performance of "Happy/Sad" showed amazing vocals, all the while his impressive accent never wavered. Wednesday Addams (Kairi Serrano) portrayed compelling relationships with the whole family, from that special father-daughter bond with Gomez to bickering siblings with Pugsley.

Pugsley, played by Hailey Hans, captivated audiences with his sweet voice and childlike demeanor. Hilariously timed screams in "Pulled" had the entire audience roaring with laughter. Speaking of laughter, Grandma Addams (Samantha Major) and Uncle Fester (Jeremy Davis) lit up the stage with over-the-top comic energy. Whether they disguised themselves as paintings in the Addams house, or peeked from behind trees in the dark forest, the ancestor ensemble added incredible detail in the background of every scene. Each actor gave their character individual stylized movement, often adding reactions unique to the character.

Even with moving heavy couches and beds, stage crew transitions were swift and seamless. From lightning to TNT explosions, punctual lighting cues enhanced comedic timing. A moving spotlight, representing Uncle Fester's flight to the moon, flew around the theater as the audience watched in fascination. The use of fog helped build tone and tension all throughout the production. Breaking that tension, the appearance of a robotic mouse scurrying along the floor caused chuckles to ring across the auditorium.

At Overbrook High School there's no such thing as "One Normal Night", especially "When You're An Addams".