Cancelled! Because of the developments with C19 and social gatherings in Michigan SOUNDS OF SUMMER: An Open-Air Summer Concert Fundraiser for Theatre NOVA has been cancelled. Tickets will be refunded. Donations to Theatre Nova can be made at http://www.TheatreNova.org. For more information, please email a2theatrenova@gmail.com. Theatre NOVA is Ann Arbor’s resident professional theatre company. ItsContinue reading “Theatre Nova outdoor concert fundraiser CANCELLED”
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Magician Stuart MacDonald performs new online show to benefit the Croswell Opera House
The last time illusionist Stuart MacDonald performed at the Croswell Opera House, he had just returned from the World Championships of Magic in South Korea and the theater was packed with fans. With theaters closed across most of Michigan and social distancing guidelines in place for public gatherings, packed houses aren’t in the cards rightContinue reading “Magician Stuart MacDonald performs new online show to benefit the Croswell Opera House”
Croswell Opera House cancels remaining summer/early fall musicals – plans outdoor and special events
The Croswell Opera House has announced several changes to its summer and fall schedule due to the ongoing Coronavirus situation. Three previously scheduled shows are being canceled or postponed, and a number of outdoor and online events are taking their place. The musicals “Holiday Inn,” “The Little Mermaid” and “Cabaret,” which had been scheduled forContinue reading “Croswell Opera House cancels remaining summer/early fall musicals – plans outdoor and special events”
What’s On? Updated 08/06/20
In these unprecedented times, the Ann Arbor theater circle faces ongoing shutdowns and cancellation of performances and events. Here’s the most updated information I have been able to gather for the immediate Ann Arbor area and surrounding communities. Keep in mind that theaters and other arts organizations depend on donations even when shows are fullyContinue reading “What’s On? Updated 08/06/20”
CATS is weird, but CATS is CATS, and the dancing is outstanding. And I didn’t hate it.
It’s very rare that I write a review that totally seems to contradict the mainstream movie critics, but this review of CATS is one of them. Not that it’s a good movie — but it’s a very solid adaptation/interpretation of the stage musical. If you do not love musical theater, then for God’s sake stayContinue reading “CATS is weird, but CATS is CATS, and the dancing is outstanding. And I didn’t hate it.”
Outstanding The Addams Family at Osceola Arts (Review – Kissimmee, FL)
There’s a stunning production of The Addams Family musical at Osceola Arts running through October 13th. I’m going to be honest, I was skeptical prior to arrival (except of course for the excellent word of mouth the show has been getting around Orlando) but I have seen this musical in different theaters over the pastContinue reading “Outstanding The Addams Family at Osceola Arts (Review – Kissimmee, FL)”
Broadway reviews: Electrifying HADESTOWN, Fun BE MORE CHILL, Divisive OKLAHOMA!
Note that Be More Chill has opened, Hadestown and Oklahoma! are still in previews, though both are transfers to Broadway, the former from the West End, the latter from an Off-Broadway run at St Ann’s Warehouse last year. HADESTOWN, at the Walter Kerr Theatre, is quite simply the most electrifying musical I have seen sinceContinue reading “Broadway reviews: Electrifying HADESTOWN, Fun BE MORE CHILL, Divisive OKLAHOMA!”
The Polar Express is the worst Christmas movie ever.
“I may be just an old railroader but”…The Polar Express movie (2004) is one of the worst Christmas movies ever. 1. The CGI, while relatively good for the train and the scenery, is horrible with faces. As a result, the people all look, well, creepy. Tom Hanks and Josh Hutcherson notwithstanding, its frigging terrible. 2.Continue reading “The Polar Express is the worst Christmas movie ever.”
Practically Perfect “Mary Poppins Returns” (review)
The greatly awaited Mary Poppins Returns has opened – and despite a few mis-steps, it is another instant Disney classic and one of the best pictures of the year. Picking up a few decades after the original, Michael and Jane Banks are all grown up – he’s a bank teller but wannabe artist, and she’sContinue reading “Practically Perfect “Mary Poppins Returns” (review)”
Incredible vocals send “next to normal” soaring (Review, Croswell Opera House)
Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey’s award-winning musical next to normal is on soaring vocal display at Croswell Opera House where it opened last night and runs through October 28th. The outstanding cast is comprised of Natalie Kissinger as Diana, Joe Nolan as her husband Dan, Dominic Seipenko as son Gabe, Emily Courcy as daughter Natalie,Continue reading “Incredible vocals send “next to normal” soaring (Review, Croswell Opera House)”
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