“Some Like It Hot” a modern day, good old-fashioned musical has arrived on Broadway at The Shubert Theatre, and it delivers on all levels, making for a very enjoyable evening of musical comedy. It is based on the motion picture of the same title, but the book by Matthew Lopez and Amber Ruffin is clever, witty, and updated to reflect current social themes. The music by Marc Shaiman is big, bold, and brassy with an orchestra that fills the theatre with an exuberant sound. The lyrics created by Scott Wittman and Mr. Shaiman are smart and serve the music and the plot remarkably well. Director and Choreographer Casey Nicholaw has assembled an outstanding cast that provides two and a half hours of non-stop, top-notch entertainment. Mr. Nicholaw introduces dance routines that seamlessly integrate into the scenes, and he is a master at creating farce. He ensures that his characters are bigger than life, never falling prey to stereotypes and fully armed with depth and vulnerability.

The plot revolves around two musicians who witness a murder by some gangsters. They are on the run from the gangsters who want to kill them and the Feds who want them as witnesses against the mob. They pose as women in order to join an all-girl band making its way cross country to California. Things get a bit complicated with mistaken identities and developing romances. The antics are hilarious as the plot reaches a climax and all ends well.

The cast is absolutely remarkable never missing an opportunity to exhibit their wide range of talents. NaTasha Yvette Williams creates a strong, confident Sweet Sue, the leader of an all-girl band with vocals that get the joint jumping. Sugar, the lead singer in the band, is portrayed by powerhouse Adrianna Hicks, with vocals that are sure to please, and a character that has depth and honesty. Kevin Del Aguilais is a marvel as the millionaire tycoon Osgood, and his rendition of “Fly Mariposa, Fly” is a joy. He is flexible, funny, and fluid, filled with sincerity and wisdom. Christian Borle is a gift, turning in a performance of Joe/Josephine that is truthful and sensitive with just the right amount of ingenuity to bring situations into reality. J. Harrison Ghee creates a complex Jerry/Daphne with a performance that is thoughtful and sincere, capturing the character’s revelation with respect and dignity. Spats (a domineering Mark Lotito), Mulligan (a determined Adam Heller) and Minnie (a comical Angie Schworer), are outstanding in supporting roles. The ensemble executes the choreography with high energy and precision that provides all the heat to make this production “hot.”

It has been quite a while since Broadway has given residence to a new, big, splashy, musical comedy reminiscent of the warhorses that have been given one too many revivals. This is fresh, full of laughs and sentiment, is not vulgar and is pure fun and entertainment. It is not perfect, but whatever the minor flaws, they are easily overcome by the energy and talents of a brilliant cast and the insights of the creative team.