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Melissa Giordano

Melissa Giordano

Melissa has been covering theatre for BroadwayWorld since 2011 has loved every second of it. She is consistently inspired by the talent of the artists of her beloved Long Island and truly looks forward to each show.




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First Show:

The original Ragtime in 1998

Favorite Show:

Too many to name! Rent, Sound Of Music,, Hair.... the list goes on and on and on.



MOST POPULAR ARTICLES


Review: CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at John W. Engeman Theatre
Review: CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at John W. Engeman Theatre
November 24, 2024

What did our critic think of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at John W. Engeman Theatre?

Review: CHARLES DICKENS' A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Theatre Three
Review: CHARLES DICKENS' A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Theatre Three
November 17, 2024

What did our critic think of CHARLES DICKENS' A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Theatre Three?

Review: DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre At CM Performing Arts Center
Review: DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre At CM Performing Arts Center
November 9, 2024

What did our critic think of DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre At CM Performing Arts Center?

Review: NOW AND THEN at Hampton Theatre Company
Review: NOW AND THEN at Hampton Theatre Company
October 26, 2024

What did our critic think of NOW AND THEN at Hampton Theatre Company?

Review: JEKYLL AND HYDE, THE MUSICAL at The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre at CM Performing Arts Center
Review: JEKYLL AND HYDE, THE MUSICAL at The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre at CM Performing Arts Center
October 13, 2024

What did our critic think of JEKYLL AND HYDE, THE MUSICAL at CM Performing Arts Center?

Review: ROALD DAHL'S MATILDA, THE MUSICAL at Theatre Three
Review: ROALD DAHL'S MATILDA, THE MUSICAL at Theatre Three
September 21, 2024

What did our critic think of ROALD DAHL’S MATILDA, THE MUSICAL at Theatre Three?

Review: WEST SIDE STORY at The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre At CM Performing Arts Center
Review: WEST SIDE STORY at The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre At CM Performing Arts Center
August 25, 2024

What did our critic think of WEST SIDE STORY at The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre At CM Performing Arts Center?

Review: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at The Gateway
Review: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at The Gateway
August 20, 2024

What did our critic think of BEAUTIFUL, THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at The Gateway?

Review: Mel Brooks' YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, THE MUSICAL at Bay Street Theater
Review: Mel Brooks' YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, THE MUSICAL at Bay Street Theater
August 15, 2024

Bay Street Theater delivers a dazzling performance of Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein, The Musical thrillingly closing out their amazing 2024 season. Directed with flair by Gerry McIntyre, this fan-favorite, running through September 1st at the renowned Sag Harbor venue, promises an evening of uproarious entertainment that you won’t want to miss.

Review: LEGALLY BLONDE, THE MUSICAL at John W. Engeman Theater
Review: LEGALLY BLONDE, THE MUSICAL at John W. Engeman Theater
July 21, 2024

What did our critic think of LEGALLY BLONDE, THE MUSICAL at John W. Engeman Theater?

Review: MASTER CLASS at Bay Street Theatre
Review: MASTER CLASS at Bay Street Theatre
July 6, 2024

What did our critic think of MASTER CLASS at Bay Street Theatre?

Review: ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE at The Gateway
Review: ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE at The Gateway
June 27, 2024

What did our critic think of ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE at The Gateway?

Review: THE SUBJECT WAS ROSES at Bay Street Theatre
Review: THE SUBJECT WAS ROSES at Bay Street Theatre
June 8, 2024

What did our critic think of THE SUBJECT WAS ROSES at Bay Street Theatre?

Review: A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM at Hampton Theatre Company
Review: A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM at Hampton Theatre Company
June 1, 2024

What did our critic think of A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM at Hampton Theatre Company?

Review: THE PRODUCERS at Theatre Three
Review: THE PRODUCERS at Theatre Three
May 28, 2024

Port Jefferson’s historic Theater Three certainly has another hit on their hands with their current showing of the mega hit musical The Producers. Closing out their incredible 53rd season, the beautiful Long Island venue has assembled a brilliant cast to flawlessly deliver this Tony, Grammy, and Olivier winning Mel Brooks classic. Indeed, this thrilling production is a must see this exciting Spring season in the lively town.

Review: ROCK OF AGES at The Gateway
Review: ROCK OF AGES at The Gateway
May 15, 2024

The Gateway of Bellport certainly has another hit on their hands with their current offering of the fun musical Rock Of Ages. Running through June 2nd at the beautiful Long Island venue, this Tony nominee celebrates all things 80's with some of music's greatest songs making up the score. Created by Chris D'Arienzo, there are several story lines woven throughout this raucous musical excellently directed by Keith Andrews.

Review: AGATHA CHRISTIE'S MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS at Theatre Three
Review: AGATHA CHRISTIE'S MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS at Theatre Three
April 15, 2024

Port Jefferson's Theatre Three sensationally continues their amazing fifty third season with a gripping production of Agatha Christie's Murder On The Orient Express. It is most interesting and thrilling to see a mystery mounted locally as this title doesn't seem to be done often. This production runs through May 4th at the charming Long Island venue and by the enthusiasm from opening weekend, you may want to get your tickets quickly.

Review: JERSEY BOYS at The John W. Engeman Theater
Review: JERSEY BOYS at The John W. Engeman Theater
March 26, 2024

Oh, what a night indeed. The John W Engeman Theater raises the bar yet again with their thrilling production of fan favorite Jersey Boys. Boasting a Broadway caliber cast, this exciting production runs through May 26th at the exquisite Northport, Long Island, venue. Masterfully directed by Engeman vet Paul Stancato, you certainly won't be able to take your eyes off this wonderful production.

Review: STRICTLY MURDER at Hampton Theatre Company
Review: STRICTLY MURDER at Hampton Theatre Company
March 16, 2024

What did our critic think of STRICKLY MURDER at Hampton Theatre Company?

Review: Jonathan Larson's TICK, TICK...BOOM! At Theatre Three
Review: Jonathan Larson's TICK, TICK...BOOM! At Theatre Three
February 22, 2024

What did our critic think of TICK, TICK...BOOM! at Theatre Three?



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