This musical about coal country boys who face a bleak future slaving away in the mines could have used some more memorable music.
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Theatre Review (Singapore): ‘The Phantom of the Opera’ by Andrew Lloyd Webber
Even in today's world of Facebook and Instagram, the Phantom can still get inside your head.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC): ‘Oliver!’ at Snug Harbor, Staten Island
A polished and energetic "regional theater" revival of Lionel Bart's musical treasure blossoms at the Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Gardens.
Read More »Theatre Review (Singapore): “Dirty Dancing” by Base Entertainment
This stage adaptation follows the movie closely, and that's its fatal flaw.
Read More »Theatre Review (Singapore): “Pursuant” at Singapore Lyric Opera
In this musical about a ban on dreams, there's physical comedy to please youngsters, but unmemorable melodies and unfunny dialogue.
Read More »Theater Review (LA): “Rent” at the Hudson Mainstage
"Rent" has never moved me, but if you're a fan of the show, this is an excellent way to see it.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC): Cyndi Lauper and Harvey Fierstein’s ‘Kinky Boots’ on Broadway
This sparkly, high-spirited musical isn't subtle or terribly deep, but has an endearing story and appealing music.
Read More »Music Review: Christiane Noll – Gifts
Christiane Noll's Gifts is another gem in the 54 Below cabaret series.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC): Donnybrook! at the Irish Repertory Theatre
Irish Rep presents a revival of a thoroughly old-fashioned Johnny Burke musical based on the movie The Quiet Man.
Read More »DVD Review: Les Misérables In Concert: The 10th Anniversary
Definitive Les Mis DVD released in a remastered beautiful sounding new edition
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