Musical Theatre Guild of Butler’s “The Great American Trailer Park Musical” was slated to run in early 2020, and new and old cast members are excited to take the stage beginning June 17. From left, Shelly Spataro, Caitlin Cade, Machaela Danko, Davlin Smith and Brandon Lance Marzke. Submitted Photo

The heat outside is nothing compared to the heat brought by the Musical Theatre Guild of Butler’s cast of “The Great American Trailer Park Musical.”

The show follows “poor and tired” tenants of Florida’s Armadillo Acres Trailer Park and how they adapt to the new faces and troubles that roll their way. Directed by Matt Mlynarski and musically directed by Jessica Sanzotti, the production will have you howling from start to finish.

As a whole, the cast served up excellent comedic timing suitable to their characters, especially in lively numbers, such as “The Great American TV Show” and “Storm’s A-Brewin’.”

Trailer park matriarch Betty, played by Davlin Smith, began the show on a high note with her skilled and soulful crooning in “This Side of the Tracks.” Her rough-and-tumble portrayal led the pack of insanely harmonious “blonde bombshells” Pickles and Lin, played by Caitlin Young and Shelly Spataro.

Young boasted a sweet, crystal-clear voice. Though her character is supposed to be dim-witted, she is a shining light in the show as she navigates multiple side character portrayals and high harmonies.

Spataro’s ad-libs and powerhouse pipes stole the show. She gave Lin a sense of humor that will have audiences hanging on her every word.

Megan Flannery Manuel and Brandon Marzke played the agoraphobic Jeannie and her toll-collecting Norbert, a couple hoping to celebrate their anniversary with a night on the town.

Manuel’s timid Jeannie was tenderhearted and lovely despite her unfortunate circumstances, sure to win the hearts of audiences. The delivery of her solo “Flushed Down the Pipes” was a melodic tearjerker.

Marzke’s voice rocked the room alongside his character’s questionable decisions. Nonetheless, his character was played with lovable, sympathetic skill, especially in the duet “Owner of my Heart.”

Pippi, the stripper southern belle played by dynamo Machaela Danko, brought soul-shaking riffs and mighty impressive runs. Her introduction in “The Buck Stops Here” nearly tore the roof off the building.

Matt Leslie’s gritty and brutish character Duke had only one song, but it was enough to get the second act off to a toe-tapping and knee-slapping start. An evaluation of his cowboy reputation would show he’s a comedic force to be reckoned with.

In short, MTG’s next production is one Butler can’t miss. It’s musical performances, direction and energy may be the cause of this heat wave.

The show features some adult themes suited for mature audiences.