Broadway's 'Titaníque' Drowns in Laughs

The Broadway production of the "Titanic" parody, "Titaníque," has opened at the St. James Theatre with a significantly more expensive and high-tech staging than its Off-Broadway predecessor. While this initial grandeur leads to a slower start, the show ultimately retains its signature campy humor and satirical edge. Director Tye Blue successfully incorporates most of the original comedic bits and tacky props.

The musical playfully skewers the "Titanic" narrative alongside parodies of other Broadway shows and aspects of LGBTQ+ culture. Performances are a highlight, with Constantine Rousouli and Melissa Barrera leading the cast. Notably, Jim Parsons delivers a memorable, gender-bending performance as Rose's mother, earning significant laughs with his bold portrayal. The production's comedic strength lies in its gifted cast's delivery, making even simple lines uproariously funny.