Her lower register is much stronger and solid with full vibrato. Cooper's raspy speaking voice is perfect for the slimy tabloid reporter. As usual Mr. Cooper brings out his excellent tools of comedy for the role. His chemistry with Haram is right on the money as well. Cooper's singing is good, although he is a tad too soft in a couple of of his first numbers, and the effects from losing his voice earlier in the week are still there, but this does not stop him from giving it his all.
Cooper possesses the strongest energy of the company.
With the aid of Director Allen, the number is hilarious both in choreography and from the performances of both actors. Jonny is top notch all the way. Butler possesses the best singing voice of the cast, hands down. His tenor vocals easily play off the riffs of the '50s doo-wop sound. Nikki L. Wensel is Toffee, the girl Jonny falls for.