As we all know there is a lot of factors in recruitment. I feel that show design effects older more seasoned people then it does kids who just dont know any better and think the activity can be fun. I feel that choosing the right show will make or break you. If you throw something together without a whole concept in mind then I believe you will lose people. However, all this being said I will say that some shows have more of a draw then others. For example if your a huge West Side Story fan and a group is doing West Side, then you might be drawn because it is a show you have always wanted to do. Or on the opposite, if you are in a group that makes a show choice like Jazz but you really hate playing jazz, you are more likely to say hey maybe I will take the summer off. So in relation to does it effect recruitment, yes, but it is not the only factor.