Tarek Merchant shares his experiences in radio and working on Conor McPherson's 'Girl from the North Country.'
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Interview: Musical Director Tarek Merchant on Coronavirus, UK Theatre, and ‘Girl from the North Country’ [Part 1 of 2]
Tarek Merchant, a musical director in London, weighs in about coronavirus' impact on UK theatre.
Read More »Theatre Review (Singapore): ‘Legally Blonde’
This production was very funny, with energetic dance numbers and stunning vocals. The plot is timeless and engaging, and the good-looking set, colourful costumes, and tight choreography all played a part in making it an entertaining show.
Read More »Theatre Review (Singapore): ‘Evita’
Emma Kingston took on the lead role and displayed a clear and forceful singing voice. In some ways, though, the story as a whole is one that feels dated and un-engaging.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC): ‘[title of show]’ at the Secret Theatre
With just four chairs and a keyboard director Scott Guthrie leads a full-tilt cast of five crisply through the sharp and funny series of twists and turns that make this epitome of self-referential shows shine.
Read More »Music Review: Eliane Elias – ‘Man of La Mancha’ in Latin Jazz Style
The Brazilian jazz pianist goes full-tilt from the start, with dense and intense rhythms, indeed a florid, Lisztian intricacy, on "To Each His Dulcinea." One listen to Elias's substitutions on the theme and you know she's playing with a full quiver of creativity as well as a twinkle in her eye.
Read More »Theatre Review (Singapore): ‘The Addams Family’ Musical
With a good and humourous story, great music, superb singing and acting, and lovely costumes and set, 'The Addams Family' may be almost 80 years old but this grand dame makes for a timeless concept of 'family' that entertains even today.
Read More »After 30 Years, Rock Dreams Come True for San Antonio Talent
An original rock musical makes its long-awaited debut at San Antonio's Josephine Theatre.
Read More »Theater Review (San Antonio): Texas Premiere of ‘The Hunchback of Notre Dame’
The Playhouse starts its 2017-18 season off on a high note with a splendid production of Disney’s musical adaptation of the Victor Hugo classic.
Read More »Theatre Review (Singapore): ‘Forbidden City’ by the Singapore Repertory Theatre
With its great music, acting, and singing, along with an interesting narrative, 'Forbidden City' really should be required watching for all fans of exquisite storytelling.
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