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“The Philadelphia Story” at Ann Arbor Civic Theater – (Review)

First, disclosure — I was the marketing liaison for this production, and I did organize the scene changes — that being said, I was not involved in any other way with this production, and since this is my own blog, I can review whatever I want. In the past I have had a guest reviewer,Continue reading ““The Philadelphia Story” at Ann Arbor Civic Theater – (Review)”

Gorgeous but emotionally flat THE MUSIC MAN at University of Michigan (review)

I am always so glad to have a ticket to a University of Michigan Musical Theatre Program show, because they are simply the best in town, every single time. That does not mean that the best is always perfect — and The Music Man, running this weekend at the Power Center is exactly that typeContinue reading “Gorgeous but emotionally flat THE MUSIC MAN at University of Michigan (review)”

Remarkable “Man of La Mancha” at Western Michigan University (Review)

There’s a remarkable production of Dale Wasserman, Mitch Leigh, and Joe Darion’s 1965 musical “Man of La Mancha” being staged by Western Michigan University at the Williams Theatre this weekend and next. I’d try not to miss it if I were you… Jay Berkow, MSU’s Director of the Music Theatre Performance program directs and choreographsContinue reading “Remarkable “Man of La Mancha” at Western Michigan University (Review)”

Downriver Actors Guild presents THE MUSIC MAN

The Downriver Actors Guild will present THE MUSIC MAN May 8th – 17th at the Catherine A Daly Theatre on the Avenue in Wyandotte, MI. The production is directed by John Sartor. You already know the story. You already have your favorite scene. Now come see the show in an exciting new setting. Sartor isContinue reading “Downriver Actors Guild presents THE MUSIC MAN”

Remarkable “Violet” at The Dio Theatre (Review)

The musical “Violet” by Brian Crawley and Jeanine Tesori has taken residence at The Dio Theatre in Pinckney for the next six weeks, and it is their strongest offering yet. Led by a remarkable performance by Mahalia Greenway in the title role, this is a musical that has already claimed a place in musical theaterContinue reading “Remarkable “Violet” at The Dio Theatre (Review)”

Jayna Katz in Concert – aka “Dogfight” the musical (review)

This afternoon I had the thrill of seeing Jayna Katz in concert at Lansing’s Peppermint Creek Theatre Company. Okay, it wasn’t really her concert, she’s starring in their current musical production, Benj Pasek & Justin Paul’s off-Broadway hit “Dogfight”. But this is the Jayna show from start to finish. Her backup singers range from terrificContinue reading “Jayna Katz in Concert – aka “Dogfight” the musical (review)”

“Buyer & Cellar” – Theatre Nova – (Review) –

“Barbra’s basement is just like any other mall, except for the total lack of customers or employees.” Kudos to a remarkable performance by Sebastian Gerstner in the one-man show, “Buyer & Cellar” by Jonathan Tolins and to Theatre Nova on the launch of this new professional theater in Ann Arbor’s Yellow Barn, nicely converted intoContinue reading ““Buyer & Cellar” – Theatre Nova – (Review) –”

Visually stunning ballet-based “An American in Paris” arrives in NYC (preview review)

I had the opportunity to see the new “An American in Paris” in preview last night in NYC. It already feels finished (the show ran for several months in Paris, with the exact same cast, crew, and designers) where it received raves. Its going to be the talk of the town once it opens, and apparentlyContinue reading “Visually stunning ballet-based “An American in Paris” arrives in NYC (preview review)”

Full Speed Ahead “On the 20th Century” Broadway revival – Review

Full disclosure — The original “On the 20th Century” in 1978 is one of my all-time favorite musicals. It is the show that turned me on to set design, and set motion, and integrating movement between actors and the on-stage artistic elements. I couldn’t wait to see the revival, and I loved it too. TwoContinue reading “Full Speed Ahead “On the 20th Century” Broadway revival – Review”

A2CT’s Lucky Stiff is like a warm puppy (Guest Review)

A guest review by Wendy Wright!! ————— A2CT’s Lucky Stiff is Like a Warm Puppy I must confess upfront that I am a loud and devoted cat fan…dogs, not so much. But A2CT’s production of Lucky Stiff proves that happiness IS a warm puppy. Under the creative and passionate direction of Isaac Ellis, Lucky StiffContinue reading “A2CT’s Lucky Stiff is like a warm puppy (Guest Review)”