Reviews are out for Flying Over Sunset, the latest from James Lapine, and critics were largely underwhelmed by the trip. Though the performers and tech all wowed, the story was ultimately too heavy-handed, heady and flat, leaving critics bored and wanting more. Looking for something new and different? This definitely delivers there. But perhaps in a way no one was looking for...
Critics have weighed in on the latest Broadway opening, and with the exception of the New York Times, all came out yelling: "Go see this show!!!" Though they all agree than Katrina Lenk, the Tony-winning Actress from The Band’s Visit, doesn't quite step up to fill the shoes of the regendered lead either vocally or emotionally, the wonderful music, ensemble and design behind this production make up for her performance, and combine to make it a marvelous production none-the-less. Patti LuPone delivers a career toppling turn as Joanne, and with a couple notable exceptions, the gender-swapping worked far better than critics had feared. They found this sharp reconception of a Sondheim masterpiece surprising, exciting, moving and well worth a trip to the Bernard B. Jacobs Theater.
he premise central to the story, which worked okay back in the 90s, feels cringeworthy at best today, leaving many to question why the adaptation was even attempted. The whole thing is a bit like a frozen dinner -- hinting at possibilities of something inviting, but just a bit basic, and leaving you wishing you had the real thing...or something else entirely.
The reviews for Diana are in and ouch did the critics tear it to shreds. They all agree that the tone of the musical is just plain off; the team really missed the mark, often cringingly so. Some feel it's so bad that it actually warrants a hate watch, but with a version available to watch on Netflix, will audiences spend the money on a Broadway ticket for the privilege? Time will tell.
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Photo by Sara Krulwich/The New York Times The Broadway revival of Caroline, or Change is now open, and the critics appreciate the return of this musical theatre masterpiece by Tony Kushner and Jeanine Tesori, as much for the quality of the production as for how it speaks to our current cultural moment. Director Michael Longhurst…
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A review of the ‘Showstoppers!’ costume exhibit on 42nd street. Nothing beats the never-ending magic of Broadway, and this fun interactive tour is a perfect representation of what that is. Perfectly made, hand-crafted magic.
Featuring six powerhouse performers spilling the queen's side of the story (and just overflowing with talent and personality), SIX delivers an 80-minute experience that lives somewhere between musical theatre, arena concert, and TikTok.
After an insane year and a half, the Tony Awards are finally here! We’ll be live Tweeting, Facebooking and updating this page, so join us LIVE!
The dangling Tony nominations from last year's odd season are finally going to be announced. The ceremony will be happening on September 26, but like many things COVID-related, it won't quite be what we're used to. Most of the awards will be broadcast via the streaming platform Paramount+ beginning at 7 p.m. ET, followed by a…
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