Some Like It Hot

This live television musical event is a rendition of the classic 1959 film of the same name. Set in Chicago in 1929, it follows two jazz musicians who witness a mob hit. To escape the mob, they disguise themselves as women and join an all-female band heading to Florida.

The live broadcast of "Some Like It Hot" received a mixed to positive reception. While praised for its energetic performances, vibrant staging, and faithfulness to the spirit of the original film, some critics noted that the format felt somewhat dated and that the live broadcast elements occasionally detracted from the overall polish.

• Praised for strong vocal performances, particularly from the lead actresses.
• Noted for ambitious production design and choreography.
• Some found the live broadcast format limiting and occasionally awkward.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally appreciated the faithful adaptation of the classic story and the musical numbers. Many enjoyed the humor and the performances, although some viewers wished for a more modern interpretation.

The 2016 television production of 'Some Like It Hot' was an adaptation of the 1959 film, but also drew inspiration from the Broadway musical adaptation that debuted in 2022, years after this broadcast, creating an interesting temporal anomaly in its creative lineage.