A delightful ensemble portrayed several different takes on the universal theme of motherhood at the opening last night of the Musical Theatre Guild's production of “Amother Musical” written by Elin Hampton.

Director Patrick Erkman hit the mother lode on talent for this tale that follows four women for 18 years through the ups and downs of relationships and forging lifelong friendships. He did a commendable job with a new show that the audience seemed to enjoy.

The show opens as the mamas get their babies in the hospital and runs through the college years. The ups and downs of motherhood and relationships play out through mini vignettes and fun song and dance numbers.

All four mamas shared amazing chemistry and some pretty touching moments. All are equally talented, and the show was written in such a way that each one had the opportunity to showcase their vocals.

Robin Kriley was spot on with her role of Bess, the midlife Mama. Her vocals as always were on point, and she especially had the opportunity to shine in “Midlife Mama” and “I Can't Heal Your Pain.”

Cydney was portrayed by newcomer to the MTG Kali Davies-Anderson who was quite the package with her bold vocals and broad range and her ability to turn a phrase and rip a zinger of a line in word and song. She was truly entertaining and fun to watch.

Tammy Mathas-Erkman compellingly portrayed Yvette, the fretful yet determined mom and partner to Mare. Cute and quirky, she was most enjoyable and funny in “Headline Waiting to Happen” and “Bad Mommy.” Her tenderness and spunkiness were enjoyable.

Her partner Mare was played by the unassuming Paula Baptiste, who brought tears to everyone's eye with “No One's Little Girl,” a poignant lament to the final phase of motherhood. The pair was funny in their “Monsters” number which was an expose on how cute chubby babies hit puberty and seem to morph overnight.

Supporting actors help move the show along. Chris Lilley was hilarious as one of the three supporting actors. Her knack of tickling the audience funny bone was unparalleled — from a nurse to a dancer, she was definitely up for the challenge.

The token male of the show, Eric Snyder capably played all the male characters, while narrating was the task of Mea Hunter who showed her comedic chops as well.

WHO: Musical Theatre GuildWHAT: “Amother Musical” by Elin HamptonWHEN: 7:30 p.m. Saturday and July 22 and 23 and 3 p.m. July 24WHERE: William A. Lehnerd Production Center in Memorial Park, ButlerTICKETS: $17, call 724-287-8243 or online at www.mtgbutler.org