BWW Review: DREAMGIRLS at the Noel S. Ruiz Theatre
Opening their 41st season in tremendous style, the Noel S. Ruiz Theatre at CM Performing Arts Center offers a superb production of the Tony winning musical Dreamgirls. Running through October 1st at the Oakdale venue, this incarnation boasts a stupendous cast who are absolute naturals in their respective roles. Excellently directed by CM Artistic Director Patrick Grossman (who also serves as Choreographer and Set Designer), the show is certainly a must see for the fall season.
BWW Review: GREASE at Noel S. Ruiz Theatre
The Pink Ladies and the Burger Palace Boys have claimed their turf at the Noel S. Ruiz Theatre in Oakdale through May 7 in a delightfully nostalgic production of "Grease."
BWW Review: SISTER ACT at the Noel S. Ruiz Theatre is fabulous, baby!
I am a longtime fan of Whoopi Goldberg with the Sister Act movies ranking as some of my all-time favorites. So, as you can imagine, I am thoroughly excited to again see the musical adaptation now playing at Long Island's Noel Ruiz Theatre at CM Performing Arts Center (CMPAC). This lively production, kicking off their 40th season, runs through March 25th at the Oakdale venue.
BWW Review: AVENUE Q at The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre at CM Performing Arts Center
Particularly over the past several years, the Tony winning musical Avenue Q has become a favorite show of mine. It is emotional, hilarious, relatable, and an original American production utilizing the fascinating art of puppetry. Now running through October 1st at Long Island's Noel S. Ruiz Theatre at CM Performing Arts Center (CMPAC), this wonderfully executed production is superbly directed by Heather Van Velsor who additionally operates the puppets Kate Monster and Lucy in the show.
BWW Review: WEST SIDE STORY at CMPAC
Being there are many productions of the iconic musical West Side Story running at any one time, it is imperative that the cast be absolutely brilliant. Indeed, the company at The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre at CM Performing Arts Center does not disappoint under the outstanding direction of Martin Aviles, who has been in several productions of West Side Story himself. This dazzling production, playing through August 28th at the Oakdale venue, will leave you extremely impressed with the incredible talent Long Island has to offer.
THE FULL MONTY Comes to CMPAC, Now thru 5/31
Based on the cult hit film of the same name, The Full Monty a 10-time TONY Award-nominee, is filled with honest affection, engaging melodies and the most highly-anticipated closing number of any show.
THE FULL MONTY Comes to CMPAC, 5/9-31
Based on the cult hit film of the same name, The Full Monty a 10-time TONY Award-nominee, is filled with honest affection, engaging melodies and the most highly-anticipated closing number of any show.
BWW Reviews: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN - The Monster Takes Over Oakdale
When you attend a production of Mel Brooks' musical Young Frankenstein, your full intension must be for laughs because this show is anything but serious. Above everything, the large cast is super talented and delivers their performances entertainingly and with heart.
CM Performing Arts Center Presents GODSPELL, Now thru 4/19
Godspell is a high energy and heartwarming musical that joyously animates the parables in the gospel according to the apostle Matthew. Messages of love, generosity, joy, and faith are presented in song, dance, and all forms of theatrical play in this exuberant, rocking, rolling, and riveting production. Godspell features a sparkling score by Stephen Schwartz, and some of the best loved songs from modern musicals, including 'Day by Day,' 'Light of the World' and 'By My Side.' This family-friendly show has touched the hearts of countless theatergoers. It is a powerful message of kindness, tolerance, loyalty and love to be experienced and felt joyously.
CM Performing Arts to Present GUYS AND DOLLS, Begin. 5/2
Set in Damon Runyon's mythical New York City, Guys and Dolls is an oddball romantic comedy - considered by many to be the perfect musical comedy. It soars with the spirit of Broadway as it introduces us to a cast of vivid characters: Sarah Brown, the upright but uptight 'mission doll' and Sky Masterson, the slick, high-rolling gambler who would bet on anything that would turn him a profit - until he meets his match in Sarah. We also meet the chronically ill Adelaide and Nathan Detroit, her devoted fiance, desperate as always to find a spot for his infamous floating crap game. Will 'Luck Be A Lady' to these star crossed lovers?
CM Performing Arts Center to Present GODSPELL, 3/28-4/19
Godspell is a high energy and heartwarming musical that joyously animates the parables in the gospel according to the apostle Matthew. Messages of love, generosity, joy, and faith are presented in song, dance, and all forms of theatrical play in this exuberant, rocking, rolling, and riveting production. Godspell features a sparkling score by Stephen Schwartz, and some of the best loved songs from modern musicals, including 'Day by Day,' 'Light of the World' and 'By My Side.' This family-friendly show has touched the hearts of countless theatergoers. It is a powerful message of kindness, tolerance, loyalty and love to be experienced and felt joyously.