Now landing on Broadway after premiering on the West End, Back to the Future brings the beloved 1985 film to life on the stage with fast-paced comedy, spectacular special effects, and high-energy musical numbers. Based on the film of the film of the same name, Back to the Future got a facelift for the 2020s … Continue reading Broadway: Back to the Future
Off-Broadway: The Connector
In the internet age, fake news, and growing misinformation, Jason Robert Brown's The Connector is painfully relevant as it takes the stage. The Connector, a new musical with a book by Jonathan Marc Sherman, music and lyrics by Jason Robert Brown, and directed by Daisy Prince, tells the tale of two young aspiring journalists whose … Continue reading Off-Broadway: The Connector
2023 Year in Review
As another year draws to a close, I love taking a moment to reflect on all that I've seen this year and share some of my personal favorites from the year. This year was a lot busier in other areas of life for me, celebrating friends and marriages, spending time with family, and digging deeper … Continue reading 2023 Year in Review
World Premiere: Real Women Have Curves at A.R.T.
Under layers of satin and glamour, Real Women Have Curves weaves together a poignant tale of the lives of immigrants and following your heart. The world premiere musical based on the play by Josefina López and screenplay by López and George LaVoo at the American Repertory Theatre tells the story of Ana Garcia, who dreams of going to … Continue reading World Premiere: Real Women Have Curves at A.R.T.
A Very Darren Crissmas
Darren Criss is putting a new spin on the holidays in his live show, "A Very Darren Crissmas." The package is as exactly labeled on the box. The award-winning actor and musician—known best for his breakout performance on Glee—brings his personality, spirit, and a contemporary twist on holiday music, much to the audience's delight. The … Continue reading A Very Darren Crissmas
On Tour: Disney’s Frozen
Temperatures dropped in Boston as the North American Tour of Disney's Frozen took the stage at the Citizens Bank Opera House. Based on the 2013 Disney film of the same name, Frozen is Disney's retelling of the beloved Hans Christian Anderson tale The Snow Queen. In this adaptation, royal sisters Anna and Elsa endure years … Continue reading On Tour: Disney’s Frozen
Regional: Assassins at Lyric Stage Company
Boston's Lyric Stage Company breathes new life into Steven Sondheim's Assassins. Framed like a classic carnival game, the revue-style musical takes the audience on a journey as The Proprietor invites them into the twisted games of the historical figures who have attempted (both successfully and not) to assassinate the president of the United States. Each … Continue reading Regional: Assassins at Lyric Stage Company
Regional: POTUS at Speakeasy Stage
Selina Fillinger's POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive puts the spotlight on seven women navigating a political funhouse as a PR disaster goes from bad to worse for the vulgar President of the United States. After the president's blunder, the president's chief of staff, Harriet (Lisa Yuen), … Continue reading Regional: POTUS at Speakeasy Stage
Broadway Booklist: I’m No Philospher, But I Got Thoughts
In her new memoir, Kristin Chenoweth reveals how she's gotten through trials and tribulations and where she finds her strength. Published in January 2023, I'm No Philosopher, But I Got Thoughts is a bundle of inspiration as the Emmy- and Tony-award-winning actress reflects on grief, pain, and humiliation while also celebrating moments of joy, owning … Continue reading Broadway Booklist: I’m No Philospher, But I Got Thoughts
Broadway: Moulin Rouge! 3.0
Over the past four years, Moulin Rouge! crafted a world that lures audiences back for more, more, more! Since I originally saw the production in April 2022, I have returned to the Rouge multiple times, and have been lucky enough to see a variety of performers in the leading roles. This show continues to enchant … Continue reading Broadway: Moulin Rouge! 3.0
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