City Springs Theatre Company is opening its eighth season with Mel Brooks’ smash hit musical “The Producers,” which electrified Broadway in 2001, became an impossible ticket to score, and won a record 12 Tony Awards. This zany, outrageous, offensive (with good humor), hilarious show runs through Sept. 21.

I remember when New York Times’ theatre critic Ben Brantley – reviewing the original production starring Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick – wrote a review called “A Scam That’ll Knock ‘Em Dead.” Mr. Brantley was overwhelmed, and his review was almost as funny as the show. I’m grateful to tell you I saw that production; it was unforgettable.

But I have good news for you: Comparisons are odious and I’m not making any. However, City Springs is presenting a show with a cast, orchestra, and

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