The musicalized Hairspray has decent but derivative songs. The best of those songs are at the beginning, but even the lesser ones are enjoyable enough.
The performers are a mixed bag. Some are excellent, like Kristin Chenoweth, and Jennifer Hudson, but the lead is only serviceable as a singer, something thrown into sharp relief early on when she sings alongside the far better Dove Cameron and Ariana Grande.
Still, it's all fun and spritely, and while there seem to be some technical hiccoughs, particularly in regards to lighting, the overall effect is quite good.
Hairspray is not as memorable or original as the movie it came from, but it's got plenty of good moments. If you like musicals, this is worth a look.
