Review: 42ND STREET at Osceola Arts
There are some standard musical theatre moments that never fail to take my breath away. From the powerful 11th hour “I want” song to a perfectly in sync kick line, certain musical mainstays will simply never get old for me. And one of the best examples of musical nirvana, I believe, is a well-choreographed and expertly executed tap number. Nothing thrills like seeing a group of performers executing the complex and rhythmically entrancing dances that are extremely difficult to master but seem effortless due to the skill and talent of those on stage. So, I was thrilled to have the chance to take in Osceola Arts’ latest production of the classic musical 42ND STREET and I am here to tell you, it did not disappoint. This fantastic production includes some of the finest choreography (and dancing) I have seen on stage here in Central Florida in my four years here and is a fabulous foray into a bygone era of classic movie musicals that provides non-stop entertainment and musical theatre magic in every moment.
Disney Working on Musical Adaptation of HIDDEN FIGURES
As BroadwayWorld first reported in 2017, the Oscar-nominated film HIDDEN FIGURES has long been rumored to be in the works for a stage adaptation. Now according to the New York Times, Disney is hard at work on creating a musical version of the 2016 film.
Williamston Theatre Starts Off 2020 With A World Premiere By Annie Martin
Mid-Michigan's award-winning professional theatre company, Williamston Theatre, located at 122 S. Putnam Street in downtown Williamston, starts of 2020 with the World Premiere of 900 Miles to International Falls by Michigan Playwright Annie Martin. Performances for this compelling, futuristic drama begin Thursday, January 30 and run through Sunday, March 1. Tickets go on sale Tuesday, January 14.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Announced At Meadow Brook Theatre
One of southeast Michigan's favorite holiday traditions returns for the 38th year when Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim and a handful of ghosts raise your spirits in A Christmas Carol at Meadow Brook Theatre this November and December.
Williamston Theatre Closes Season POPCORN FALLS
Mid-Michigan's award-winning professional theatre company, Williamston Theatre, located at 122 S. Putnam Street in downtown Williamston, finishes out Lucky Season 13 with the hilarious Popcorn Falls by James Hindman. Performances begin Thursday, June 20 and run through Sunday, July 28. Tickets are now on sale.
Revisit the Music of the 50s and 60s with THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES at Meadowbrook Theatre
It's 1958 and prom is going to be fab with Missy, Suzy, Cindy Lou and Betty Jean on stage to entertain their classmates with the popular songs of the day. Enjoy your favorites from the era, including "Mr. Sandman," "All I Have to Do Is Dream," "Leader of the Pack," and "It's My Party." Ten years later, the girls are together again at their high school reunion. Will they get the "R-E-S-P-E-C-T" they deserve?
BWW Review: POPCORN FALLS at Tipping Point Theatre Will Leave You In Stitches!
Popcorn Falls, playing now through May 5th at Tipping Point Theatre in Northville, is a fast-paced comedy that will keep the audience on their toes throughout the entire performance. The town of Popcorn Falls is in trouble as their signature waterfall has dried up and they are losing more money each day. The play's antagonist, Mr. Doyle, is threatening to turn this small town into a water treatment facility. There is one way to save the town: put on a successful play in one week. Hilarity ensues as the mayor of the town and the town's executive custodian, along with a cast of misfit townsfolk, attempt to pull off this play in an impossible time frame.