The Wanderer takes audiences on a journey of trials of fame and triumph of human spirit, encapsulating a surprisingly timely reflection on humanity—all while doing right by the jukebox musical. The biomusical captures the first decade of Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Dion DiMucci’s career, from his rise to fame to his battle with … Continue reading World Premiere: The Wanderer at Paper Mill Playhouse
On Tour: Wicked in Costa Mesa
Thank goodness for the touring cast of Wicked in Costa Mesa, California! The long-running fan favorite is currently going on to its 18th year housed at the Gershwin Theatre in NYC after resuming performances following the COVID shutdown. In addition to Broadway and the current US tour (Munchkinland tour), there is currently an open-ended production … Continue reading On Tour: Wicked in Costa Mesa
Everybody’s Talking About Jaime in Los Angeles
I was lucky enough to catch the Los Angeles and North American Premiere of Everybody's Talking About Jaime at the Ahmanson Theatre on January 16. Everybody's Talking About Jamie is based on the true story of 16-year-old Jamie Campbell, who overcomes bullying for his desire to be a drag queen. The title character, Jamie New, … Continue reading Everybody’s Talking About Jaime in Los Angeles
Proshot: Diana, The Musical
Diana, The Musical on Netflix leaves theatre lovers one click away from a ticket to the main event. I'll start by saying this is a bit bittersweet. I had held off watching and sharing thoughts on the Netflix proshot because I was hoping to have the chance to see Diana in person at the Longacre. … Continue reading Proshot: Diana, The Musical
On Tour: The Band’s Visit in Los Angeles
The Band's Visit effortlessly navigates human error and the kindness of strangers with a touch of fate and an eye for finding beauty in the most ordinary moments. I have been waiting for this show to run in Los Angeles for two years. The tour was originally scheduled to stop at the Dolby Theater in … Continue reading On Tour: The Band’s Visit in Los Angeles
On Screen: Tick, Tick … Boom!
Lin-Manuel Miranda's directorial debut stuns with catchy music, stunning visuals and the existential question: how do we make the most of the time we're given? On the cusp of Broadway curtains rising again and the "seize the day" attitude ignited by the pandemic, the Jonathan Larson musical finds itself relevant once again. Just days away … Continue reading On Screen: Tick, Tick … Boom!
Hamilton in Los Angeles
For the first time in nearly two years, I got to sit in the room where it happens—in Hollywood. On August 17, Hamilton made its highly-anticipated return to Los Angeles as a mounted production at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre through January 2022. Hamilton came into my life around December of 2015, about six months after … Continue reading Hamilton in Los Angeles
Proshot: Come From Away
A year and a half into that pandemic, Come From Away reminds us that in the wake of tragedy, kindness is a beacon of hope. One of the first musicals to release a proshot following the pandemic and the wild success of Hamilton, Come From Away released their proshot on September 10 on Apple TV … Continue reading Proshot: Come From Away
Q&A: Jenna Leigh Miller, Actress, Theatre & Brand Coach and Social Media Manager
Jenna Miller wears many hats as an NYC-based actress, theatre and brand coach, and social media manager. While today she’s active in many facets of the theatre, she knew this was the place she was destined to be. Singing from the time she could talk, it was a fateful field trip to see Beauty and … Continue reading Q&A: Jenna Leigh Miller, Actress, Theatre & Brand Coach and Social Media Manager
People Will Say We’re in Love: Favorite Broadway Romances
Romance. A driving force in storytelling. The motive (and sometimes downfall) of some of our favorite characters. No matter what way you look at it, it pulls a narrative through highs and low, like a pounding heart. With Valentine's Day right around the corner, I compiled a roundup of my favorite on stage portrayals of … Continue reading People Will Say We’re in Love: Favorite Broadway Romances
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