“To Go or not to Go” isn’t even a question. GO!

The Butler Little Theatre opened “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare” by Adam Long, Daniel Singer, and Jess Winfield on Friday night. The audience was effusive in their laughter and participation with the comical improvish type show that reviewed 37 Shakespeare plays in 97 minutes.

Reviewing this show in great detail would spoil much of the fun for future audiences so generalizations will have to suffice in explaining this unique offering.

Imagine if you will the entire text of all the works of William Shakespeare plus three crazy improv actors hyped up on Red Bull. Then toss in some audience participation, some Wikipedia and some Google references, some bad wigs and sock puppets.

The dream cast was under the direction of Elizabeth Smith who wrangled the trio and gave them the room they needed to grow into these bold roles. Their chemistry with one another was fun and they also excelled in making a connection with the audience as well. Their performance was energetic and unpredictable.

Louis Hutmire, Phillip Ball and Daniel Williams are the three amigos cast in this show.

They explore, explain and expound upon the methods and madness of the writings of William Shakespeare. Sometimes it’s hard to tell if they are acting or dabbling with improv. It was obvious that they were thoroughly enjoying their time on the board roasting the master of the pen.

“Romeo and Juliet” was slated first where Williams rattled off his lines in rapid fire fashion of an auctioneer but with the charm of a jolly Englishman.

The actors played all of the roles in this condensed version. Hutmire’s facial expressions and physical comedy were hilarious. During several scenes he was a one-man show and didn’t seem daunted by the prospect.

Ball’s energy is unparalleled. His delivery in the intro was hysterical and he kept the momentum of the show moving.

The trio’s take on Shakespeare’s comedies was raucous and delightful. They drew the audience in and there was participation by many unsuspecting audience members and others who were on the take.

The actors knew no shame and teased and taunted in a jovial manner. The tragedies included an amusing spoof on Macbeth.

The entire first act moved along quickly and after intermission Hamlet was launched and took the show through to the final curtain.