[title of show] | B+

Last appearing on Broadway in 2008, [title of show] was based on its writers, Jeff Bowen and Hunter Bell, who also appeared as the two leads during the initial run from a festival. While Bowen and Bell are absent from the production at the George Street Playhouse, the show successfully tells their story with its talented cast.

[title of show] follows two friends, Jeff and Hunter, who decide to create a new show within three weeks for the New York Musical Theatre Festival. After some thought, they decide to write a musical about writing a musical. And so the show continues, taking the audience through their journey, assisted by their two actress friends, Heidi and Susan.

Seth Rudetsky, best known in the Broadway sphere for his work as a conductor and pianist, columnist for Playbill.com, and host of "Seth's Big Fat Broadway" on Sirius XM Broadway, tones down his lively real-life persona for the role of Jeff. While anticipating lines every now and then, he pulls through and builds a committed and likeable character.

Tyler Maynard (Altar Boyz, The Little Mermaid) beams as Hunter, his million-dollar smile and lovable charisma easily winning over the audience. Despite his vibrant nature, his performance never once seems hammy as he maintains his sincerity. His sugary vocals add to his character and create a sparkling presence on stage.

The other performers on stage effectively add to Jeff and Hunter's journey. Lauren Kennedy (Spamalot, Sunset Boulevard) plays a down-to-earth Heidi. She is a very natural performer and sings beautifully and with ease (despite occasionally stumbling on some higher notes). Susan Mosher (Hairspray) takes on the role of Susan with a mature eccentricity. Her widened facial expressions and perfectly timed delivery of lines builds toward a hilarious performance of "Die Vampire, Die!" Finally, musical director Jesse Vargas deserves a commendation for his portrayal of the pianist Larry. The music throughout the show is beautifully played, and his occasional delivery of lines is adds to the humor.

Many of the lines include musical theater or pop culture references that might not be recognizable to everyone. Some lines flew over the heads of many audience members, and the lack of laughter added gaps to the flow. However, the actors do a good job of keeping the text moving. The playbill also includes a "[tos]sary" to inform the viewers of its most obscure references.

The creative process behind writing a musical isn't easy. Yet, [title of show] allows the humor and hardship to roll out effortlessly. The truth behind chasing a dream is all too real, especially since the fourth wall is broken. Lovers of musical theater will especially enjoy this, yet anyone who's ever had a dream will walk away feeling refreshed.