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Croswell Opera House summer 2015 brings in record crowds

Buoyed by a record-setting production of “Mary Poppins” in June, the Croswell Opera House’s recently concluded Summer Broadway Season was its best-attended summer season this century. “We’re proud of this season for so many reasons, but the best part of it is how many people came through our doors to experience the magic of liveContinue reading “Croswell Opera House summer 2015 brings in record crowds”

Memphis lives in me (Thoughts on closing)

This isn’t a review. And it isn’t a random entry. This is truly an article about what “Memphis” means to me. Yesterday, we played our final performance of MEMPHIS the Musical at The Croswell Opera House in Adrian, MI. It was a show that earned rave reviews (two were published right here!) and almostContinue reading “Memphis lives in me (Thoughts on closing)”

Encore’s Extraordinary “Into the Woods” (review)

There is probably very little I can say that hasn’t already been written about Encore Musical Theatre Company’s Into the Woods — simply, it’s brilliant, original, and the best musical they have presented. I, for one can tell you that I am sick and tired of Into the Woods — I’ve seen every one of itsContinue reading “Encore’s Extraordinary “Into the Woods” (review)”

Stellar “Memphis” at Croswell Opera House (Review)

And yet another rave! Thanks to Jamie Buechele-Beasecker for her guest review of Memphis, the musical at Croswell Opera House! ——————— This past Friday I was fortunate enough to enjoy the Croswell Opera House’s production of Memphis. This musical is loosely based on the exposure of R&B music by DJ Dewey Phillips in the tumultuousContinue reading “Stellar “Memphis” at Croswell Opera House (Review)”

MEMPHIS Rocks Adrian’s Croswell and it is more than worth the trip (Review)

Because I am in this production, MEMPHIS The Musical, at Croswell Opera House is being reviewed by guest reviewer director/choreographer/producer Patricia Mazzola. Thanks Patty! —————- I had the fortune of seeing the opening night performance of MEMPHIS the Musical at Adrian’s Croswell Opera House. Based loosely on real-life Memphis DJ Dewey Phillips who played black bluesContinue reading “MEMPHIS Rocks Adrian’s Croswell and it is more than worth the trip (Review)”

How I select musicals to direct (Musical Theater class 201)

Awhile back, someone asked me how I pick musicals that I would like to direct. I promised I would do a follow up to my post on good shows for large venues vs small venues with a personal selection article — so here it finally is. And its timely as I am doing just that forContinue reading “How I select musicals to direct (Musical Theater class 201)”

Croswell’s Big Fish will charm you, then tear your heart out (Review)

Croswell Opera House in Adrian Michigan continues its very strong summer season with the new Broadway musical BIG FISH, based on the movie and the book by Daniel Wallace. Book by John August, music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa (Go Blue!) Disclaimer right off the top: I adore this musical — I saw it inContinue reading “Croswell’s Big Fish will charm you, then tear your heart out (Review)”

A Midsummer Night’s Dream…Michigan Shakespeare Festival 2015 Off to a Great Start

Okay, truth be told, I should not review shows at the Michigan Shakespeare Festival, since I am the Vice Chair on the Board of Directors of the MSF. But that doesn’t mean I can’t tell you about it anyway. And its my blog. So if it happens to be a great production I can mention that,Continue reading “A Midsummer Night’s Dream…Michigan Shakespeare Festival 2015 Off to a Great Start”

Wedding-filled “Always a Bridesmaid at the Dio (review)

Watching a Jones Hope Wooten comedy is a bit like sitting back and binge watching four episodes of your favorite new television sitcom. Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope and Jamie Wooten, collectively know as Jones Hope Wooten, have written many comedies, including the Dio’s current offering “Always a Bridesmaid” (one of their most performed shows, afterContinue reading “Wedding-filled “Always a Bridesmaid at the Dio (review)”

Why I’m not recommending an Apple Watch for TBI clients (Updated post watchos2)

To start — let me just say that this article talks about why I am NOT recommending an Apple Watch for brain injured clients at my clinic. For the past week, I had the opportunity to try out an Apple Watch Sports model — not because I want one or will ever use one (IContinue reading “Why I’m not recommending an Apple Watch for TBI clients (Updated post watchos2)”