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Misunderstood Musicals: "The First"
“Is it a bad show? Not at all. It’s not bad, but it’s just kind of there, and if you’re going to write a book musical about Jack Roosevelt Robinson it should be as great as he was and as inspiring as he became.”
Reviews for 'Cabaret' revival, mixed at best
“On Sunday, the much anticipated (and expensive) revival of ‘Cabaret’ opened on Broadway. Critics had the chance to state their thoughts on the show. Let’s say their reactions were mixed.”
Incident at Broadway's 'Cabaret' involving audience member grabbing Eddie Redmayne
“It is being reported that during last night’s performance of ‘Cabaret,’ an audience member walked up to the stage and grabbed star Eddie Redmayne. The audience member was removed by theatre security.”
'Crazy Rich Asians' Musical in the works
‘Crazy Rich Asians’ is headed to the stage. It was announced today that a stage musical adaptation of the hit film is being developed by the film’s director, Jon M. Chu.
Is it time for a Les Misérables revival?
“2025 will mark the show’s 40th anniversary. So, do I think it may be time for a revival? Yes, and I don’t think I’m the only one who feels that way.”
William Daniels, Brent Spiner To Both Return to 1776 as John Adams For Latest Broadway Revival
“In a stunning announcement this morning, William Daniels and Brent Spiner announced in a joint press conference that they would both return to the Broadway Musical ‘1776’ as John Adams.”
'The Notebook' Musical Draws Battle Lines Between Critics and Fans
“I think ‘The Notebook’ serves as another example of how these shows are designed to make fans feel one way and critics feel another.”
I am so excited for 'The Heart of Rock and Roll'
“I will absolutely be going to see ‘The Heart of Rock and Roll’ when it opens in April and I hope you will too.”
What should the criteria be for Broadway dimming their lights?
“It should not have taken backlash or a committee to debate whether to dim Broadway marquee lights for Hinton Battle. It should have been automatic. So what exactly should be the objective criteria for all 41 theatres to dim their lights?”
'Back to the Future' and the Evolution of Musical Theatre
“The art being overwhelmingly produced of late is no longer being treated or viewed as art, but as content.”
The Broadway League's Failure to Honor Hinton Battle Is Unacceptable
“The fact that it has been almost a month since Hinton Battle’s sudden passing, and still not a word from The Broadway League regarding dimming lights in his honor, is not just a disappointment, it's a disservice to his memory.”
How to Live in Society
“There are moments in the musical, How to Dance in Ohio, where the parents of the autistic characters worry aloud about the future of their children after they pass on. To me, this was probably the most important moment of the entire show, and the story that was being shared.”