It's that time of the year where we reflect on all that has happened in the past year and all we have to look forward to. This has been the first full year I have been running a blog and been able to attend shows, and its definitely been a full year for me. This … Continue reading 2022 Year in Review
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Regional Premiere: Life of Pi at A.R.T.
The North American Premiere of Life of Pi captures Yann Martel's timeless story through captivating scenic design and expressive puppetry. I was so thrilled to be able to catch Life of Pi at the American Repertory Theatre in Cambridge! This North American premiere comes after sound reviews in the West End and ahead of its … Continue reading Regional Premiere: Life of Pi at A.R.T.
Broadway: Almost Famous
Almost Famous is a 1970s daydream with a side of rock and roll on Broadway. Based on the 2000 coming-of-age film of the same name, Almost Famous tells the story of 15-year-old William Miller, and his efforts to land a cover story for Rolling Stone by touring with the fictitious band Stillwater. The film (and … Continue reading Broadway: Almost Famous
Off Broadway: Only Gold
Andy Blankenbeuhler and Kate Nash's Only Gold shines as it draws in audiences with lavish sets, robust orchestrations, stunning choreography—and a ticking heartbeat. Only Gold, premiering off-Broadway at MCC Theatre, is a new original musical from the minds of Tony-award-winning choreographer Andy Blankenbeuhler (of Hamilton and Bandstand) and British pop singer Kate Nash. The musical … Continue reading Off Broadway: Only Gold
Broadway: Kimberly Akimbo
Here to make your shitty life better: Kimberly Akimbo is capturing the hearts of critics and Broadway's biggest fans alike. Kimberly Akimbo opened to critical acclaim at the Booth Theatre on November 10, 2022, but had captured the hearts of fans and was highly praised through word-of-mouth long before its opening night. I snagged a … Continue reading Broadway: Kimberly Akimbo
On Tour: Hairspray
We're twisting and shouting and going all the way back to the 60s to talk about Hairspray on tour! If you're new you're new to my blog, you might not know that Hairspray was like a gateway to musical theatre for me growing up. When I was young, most of my exposure to musical theatre … Continue reading On Tour: Hairspray
Regional: Sing Street in Boston
Called "the Joyus New Musical that Lights You Up," Huntington Theatre Company's production of Sing Street is electric and lighting up Boston this fall. I had learned of Sing Street through its highly-anticipated Broadway run in the spring of 2020, only for those hopes to be dashed before it even hit the stage. Then, delayed … Continue reading Regional: Sing Street in Boston
On Tour: Anastasia
Right on theme with the show's iconic home, love and family— I returned home to Anastasia while it was on tour at the Citizen Bank Opera House in Boston. For the dear reader who might be new here, Anastasia is my favorite musical, and this show has meant so much to me since it opened … Continue reading On Tour: Anastasia
Broadway: Moulin Rouge! (2.0)
I wanted more, more, more—so I returned to Moulin Rouge! I will preface this by saying this is more of viewing from the fan perspective and not so much from the critical eye. I am a huge fan of Derek Klena and his work, and I really revisited Moulin Rouge! to see all of the … Continue reading Broadway: Moulin Rouge! (2.0)
Broadway: Into the Woods
Taking a stroll into Broadway's most buzzed-about show this season: the new revival of Into the Woods. This was quite an unexpected and unplanned show for me, but since I was in NYC and I had one night free where I had no tickets, I knew I would regret not taking the chance to do … Continue reading Broadway: Into the Woods
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