Russell A. Thompson
Latest News on Russell A. Thompson:
Review: CHICAGO at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre (Oct 20, 2024)
Review: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre (Feb 25, 2024)
Review: HAIRSPRAY at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre (Sep 24, 2023)
Review: CHICAGO at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre (Oct 20, 2024)
Review: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre (Feb 25, 2024)
Review: HAIRSPRAY at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre (Sep 24, 2023)
BIO
Lighting designs include the national tour of Finding Neverland, 2019 national tour of Once, the international and national tours of The Wizard of Oz, national tours of Pippin, Million Dollar Quartet, Memphis, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Hair, Fiddler on the Roof, All Shook Up, Footloose, The Wedding Singer, and Beehive the 60’s Musical; the world premiere of Around the World in 80 Days and the regional premiere of The Civil War. Prather Productions designs include Jesus Christ Superstar, Hairspray, Rent, 9 to 5, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Jekyll & Hyde, Yeston & Kopit’s Phantom, Swing, Ragtime, Peter Pan, Buddy, Legally Blonde, and Cats. Prior to joining Prather Productions, Russell lived in New York where his credits ranged from Club MTV to Manhattan School of Music.
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Review: CHICAGO at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
What did our critic think of CHICAGO at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre?
What did our critic think of CHICAGO at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre?
Review: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
What did our critic think of BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre?
What did our critic think of BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre?
Review: HAIRSPRAY at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
What did our critic think of HAIRSPRAY at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre?
What did our critic think of HAIRSPRAY at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre?
Review: JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
What did our critic think of JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre?
What did our critic think of JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre?
Review: WHITE CHRISTMAS at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
What did our critic think of WHITE CHRISTMAS at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre?
What did our critic think of WHITE CHRISTMAS at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre?
SUMMER: THE DONNA SUMMER MUSICAL is Coming to the Kravis Center
Summer is coming to West Palm Beach at last with SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical making its premiere engagement at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts May 20-26.
Summer is coming to West Palm Beach at last with SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical making its premiere engagement at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts May 20-26.
SUMMER: THE DONNA SUMMER MUSICAL to Make Dallas Premiere at Winspear Opera House
The North American Tour of SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical will make its Dallas premiere at the Winspear Opera House April 26-May 1.
The North American Tour of SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical will make its Dallas premiere at the Winspear Opera House April 26-May 1.
SUMMER: THE DONNA SUMMER MUSICAL is Coming to Thousand Oaks
The American Theatre Guild will present the North American Tour of SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical. This production is part of the BROADWAY IS BACK IN THOUSAND OAKS SERIES and will take the Bank of America Performing Arts Center stage May 12–15, 2022.
The American Theatre Guild will present the North American Tour of SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical. This production is part of the BROADWAY IS BACK IN THOUSAND OAKS SERIES and will take the Bank of America Performing Arts Center stage May 12–15, 2022.
BWW Review: SUMMER - The Donna Summer Musical Brings The Diva's Story Home to Nashville
And while that is one of the true musical highlights of Summer – The Donna Summer Musical, it also focuses attention on the fact that the musical itself – or, rather, its problematic book – often seems unable to figure out how to focus the spotlight on its heroine. Taking a non-linear pathway through the story of the diva’s life, Summer – The Donna Summer Musical is oftentimes confusing and sometimes perplexing, despite the fact that the musical score (attributed to Summer, Giorgio Moroder, Paul Jabara and “others” in the playbill) is wonderfully entertaining and certain to unleash a flood of memories for audience members of a certain vintage.
And while that is one of the true musical highlights of Summer – The Donna Summer Musical, it also focuses attention on the fact that the musical itself – or, rather, its problematic book – often seems unable to figure out how to focus the spotlight on its heroine. Taking a non-linear pathway through the story of the diva’s life, Summer – The Donna Summer Musical is oftentimes confusing and sometimes perplexing, despite the fact that the musical score (attributed to Summer, Giorgio Moroder, Paul Jabara and “others” in the playbill) is wonderfully entertaining and certain to unleash a flood of memories for audience members of a certain vintage.
Tickets On Sale Now For SUMMER: THE DONNA SUMMER MUSICAL at Hippodrome Theatre
Summer is coming to Baltimore this winter with SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical, making its premiere engagement at the historic Hippodrome Theatre at the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center February 15-20, 2022 for eight performances. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com.
Summer is coming to Baltimore this winter with SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical, making its premiere engagement at the historic Hippodrome Theatre at the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center February 15-20, 2022 for eight performances. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com.
Tickets Are On Sale Now For SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical at the Kravis Center
The three actresses that share the role of musical icon Donna Summer are Brittny Smith as “Diva Donna,” Charis Gullage as “Disco Donna” and Amahri Edwards-Jones as “Duckling Donna.”
The three actresses that share the role of musical icon Donna Summer are Brittny Smith as “Diva Donna,” Charis Gullage as “Disco Donna” and Amahri Edwards-Jones as “Duckling Donna.”
BWW Review: HOLLY JOLLY CHRISTMAS at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
HOLLY JOLLY CHRISTMAS at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre is filled with flashy costumes, catchy Christmas songs, and lots of high-energy dancing.
HOLLY JOLLY CHRISTMAS at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre is filled with flashy costumes, catchy Christmas songs, and lots of high-energy dancing.
VIDEO: First Look at The National Tour of SUMMER: THE DONNA SUMMER MUSICAL
The non-Equity North American Tour of SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical returned to the road with official tour opening in Pittsburgh, PA at the Benedum Center (November 16-21, 2021). The tour will then visit more than 40 cities for the 2021-22 touring season.
The non-Equity North American Tour of SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical returned to the road with official tour opening in Pittsburgh, PA at the Benedum Center (November 16-21, 2021). The tour will then visit more than 40 cities for the 2021-22 touring season.
SUMMER: THE DONNA SUMMER MUSICAL Makes Wilmington Premiere in December
The North American Tour of SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical will make its Wilmington premiere at The Playhouse on Rodney Square on December 4 & 5, for a two-matinee engagement. Tickets for SUMMER are on sale now and start at $30.
The North American Tour of SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical will make its Wilmington premiere at The Playhouse on Rodney Square on December 4 & 5, for a two-matinee engagement. Tickets for SUMMER are on sale now and start at $30.
Tickets Going On Sale For SUMMER: THE DONNA SUMMER MUSICAL at Fisher Theatre Next Week
The North American Tour of SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical will make its Detroit premiere at the Fisher Theatre, March 8 – 20, 2022. Tickets start at $39 and will go on sale on Friday, November 26, 2021 online at Ticketmaster.com and in person at the Fisher Theatre Box Office.
The North American Tour of SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical will make its Detroit premiere at the Fisher Theatre, March 8 – 20, 2022. Tickets start at $39 and will go on sale on Friday, November 26, 2021 online at Ticketmaster.com and in person at the Fisher Theatre Box Office.
SUMMER: THE DONNA SUMMER MUSICAL to Make Boston Premiere at the Emerson Colonial Theatre
Broadway In Boston has announced that the North American Tour of SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical, will make its Boston premiere at Emerson Colonial Theatre. This limited two-week engagement will play February 22 – March 6, 2022 as part of the upcoming Lexus Broadway In Boston Season.
Broadway In Boston has announced that the North American Tour of SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical, will make its Boston premiere at Emerson Colonial Theatre. This limited two-week engagement will play February 22 – March 6, 2022 as part of the upcoming Lexus Broadway In Boston Season.
BWW Review: Broadway Palm is Alive with THE SOUND OF MUSIC!
THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, directed and choreographed by Amy Marie McCleary, brings the classic story of Maria and the von Trapp family to life through beautiful acting, singing, and dancing.
THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, directed and choreographed by Amy Marie McCleary, brings the classic story of Maria and the von Trapp family to life through beautiful acting, singing, and dancing.
Tickets for SUMMER: THE DONNA SUMMER MUSICAL at the Kravis Center to Go On Sale Tomorrow
Casting has been announced for the North American Tour of SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical, making its premiere engagement at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts on January 5-9.
Casting has been announced for the North American Tour of SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical, making its premiere engagement at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts on January 5-9.
VIDEO: Meet the Leading Ladies of the SUMMER National Tour on Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge
The North American Tour of SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical will return to the road with technical rehearsals in York, PA at the Pullo Center, followed by an official tour opening night in Pittsburgh, PA at the Benedum Center on November 16, 2021 (November 16-21, 2021). The tour will then visit more than 40 cities for the 2021-22 touring season.
The North American Tour of SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical will return to the road with technical rehearsals in York, PA at the Pullo Center, followed by an official tour opening night in Pittsburgh, PA at the Benedum Center on November 16, 2021 (November 16-21, 2021). The tour will then visit more than 40 cities for the 2021-22 touring season.
The Tony Award-Winning Musical ONCE Opens At The LPAC December 5
Once, the winner of eight 2012 Tony Awards including Best Musical, and winner of the 2013 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, will open at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center (LPAC) on December 5th and run through December 22nd. The musical is based on the 2007 Academy Award-winning film of the same name, which was written and directed by John Carney, and starred Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová, with original music and lyrics by Mr. Hansard and Ms. Irglová. (The multiple award-winning Once has also won Grammy and Olivier awards.)
Once, the winner of eight 2012 Tony Awards including Best Musical, and winner of the 2013 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, will open at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center (LPAC) on December 5th and run through December 22nd. The musical is based on the 2007 Academy Award-winning film of the same name, which was written and directed by John Carney, and starred Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová, with original music and lyrics by Mr. Hansard and Ms. Irglová. (The multiple award-winning Once has also won Grammy and Olivier awards.)
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