People who are uncomfortable with the homosexual themes or innuendo might shy away from this book. That said I wouldn’t necessarily consider myself the “norm” and can definitely see how someone with little to no interest or knowledge of musical theater would struggle with this book, but would highly recommend this to big fans of the television show “Glee.” Some may also find issue with the mentions of underage drinking, and that the book also has a strong LGBT factor since the best friend of the main character is gay. While I didn’t get every single one, I was able to at least understand most of the references to plays, musicals and Broadway performers. With a personal background in music and performing arts, I was able to relate to the book and found it rather enjoyable.

The characters were realistic, and the situations that took place were very believable, all while weaving in important themes and messages. This book was a well written, enjoyable read. Will Wildewood Academy set them on the path towards Broadway Stardom? Will they overcome the stress on their friendship? Or will they learn that life is not just a cabaret?

But when Demi steals shows and hearts while Sadye struggles along, the strength of their friendship is also put to the test. Sadye is admitted to Wildewood along with her gay best friend Demi – who has a heaping amount of bigness himself – and together they embark on a journey that could determine their future.

Deep inside of Sarah is a star waiting to be born, or as she calls it, “a lurking bigness.” This star is Sadye – a diva who is full of charm, talent and charisma just waiting to be set loose on the stage! When the flyer for Wildewood Academy Summer Drama Camp auditions went up, Sarah knew this could be her ticket out of Brenton where Sadye could be fully unleashed. In the “razzle dazzle deprived” small town of Brenton, Ohio, Sarah was just a tall girl with a big nose who loved dancing and was obsessed with musical theater.

Dramarama by e lockhart