Chilling Commentary From History in ‘Camping With Henry and Tom’
Actresses Creat Poignant Memories Despite Hostilities In a Moving ‘Summer, 1976’ at GableStage
The expression “opposites attract” does not always apply in the evolution of relationships. Playwright David Auburn’s drama “Summer, 1976”, running now through April 20 at GableStage in Coral Gables, is a dramatic story of how two women who seem to have nothing in common eventually come to appreciate their differences over a period of close to five decades.
Delray’s ‘Murder on the Orient Express’ Balances Humor and Murder
Currently in its 78th season, the Delray Beach Playhouse just wrapped a production of Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express, which ran March 21st through April 13th, and it brought to life one of Agatha Christie’s most-famous detective novels, of the same name. Featuring local South Florida talent, the company produces classic theater for the Delray community, situated right on the edge of Lake Ida. For those that have not been to one of hidden gem’s performances yet, I highly recommend making an evening out of their final production of the season: The Bridges of Madison County.
‘SOUTH PACIFIC’ at LPAC is a Timeless Classic that Still Enchants and Enlightens
“Some enchanted evening, when you find your true love…” For me that enchanted evening took place at the outdoor Jones Beach Theatre in Wantagh, NY. Many, many years ago, when I was 16. And the “true love” that I found was a lifelong passion for live theater (musicals in particular).
It’s Opening Night at ‘Smash’ on Broadway April 10
By Logan Culwell-Block
Originally published on playbill.com.
Tech is officially over! Cult favorite TV series Smash officially opens its long-awaited debut as a Broadway stage musical April 10 at the Imperial Theatre, after beginning previews March 11. Five-time Tony winner Susan Stroman is directing with Joshua Bergasse continuing his work from the NBC series as choreographer.
‘THE IMPOSSIBLE TASK OF TODAY’ Tackles Our Brave New World with Friendship, Empathy, and High Drama
If New York Times deputy editor of culture and lifestyle Melissa Kirsch finds herself suffering from “the blues” attributed to too many hours spent scrolling and watching digital screens (aware of the dangers of FOMO, she no longer checks out Facebook friends), where does that leave the rest of us? What Kirsch was watching – even those cute Instagram dog reels – didn’t matter as much as the quantity: her brain was simply overtaxed from constantly “consuming content” at the expense of live human interaction.
Travel Through Time with ‘Respect: A Musical Journey of Women’
Every song tells a story. . .and Respect: A Musical Journey of Women, the latest installment in the Pompano Players’ inaugural season, has dozens to share. This toe-tapping yet thought-provoking revue boasts excerpts of 60 songs by popular women in the music industry. Together, these numbers create a narrative about the journey of women and the ups and downs they have faced throughout history—following their dreams, falling in love, dealing with heartbreak, pursuing their careers, enjoying their independence, and everything in between. The show was created by Dorothy Marcic, a professor at Columbia University, and was originally produced in New York. Since its original run, it has played thousands of performances in over 70 cities (and counting). Now, the production is here in South Florida, directed by Jeremy Quinn (who has also helmed other shows in the Pompano Players’ current season, including hit plays Love, Loss & What I Wore and I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change).
Javier Torres, Retired-Premier Dancer & Cultural Manager: “It is Crucial to See More Works by Hispanic Choreographers in the US”
Written by Michel Suarez
Before hanging up his pointe shoes and dedicating himself fully to cultural management in London, Javier Torres built a career as a principal dancer with the National Ballet of Cuba, working alongside legendary figures such as Alicia Alonso, Loipa Araujo, Josefina Méndez, and Aurora Bosch. In 2010, he took a major leap to England’s Northern Ballet, where he also performed as a leading artist until his recent retirement from the stage.
There’s ‘Something Rotten’ in Broward… and It’s Delightfully Hilarious!
In classic fashion, Slow Burn Theatre Company’s current production of Something Rotten! at the Amaturo Theater of the Broward Center is a fast-paced and utterly hilarious celebration of the theater, musicals, and everything Shakespeare. With another outstanding cast, memorable choreography, and razor-sharp comedy, the company’s latest is one of their greatest to-date. The infectious atmosphere and energy of Broadway can be found in every scene and every song, all while bringing forth laughter from every mouth in the audience. If you enjoy anything theatrical, I guarantee you’ll enjoy this one, too.
‘SOMETHING ROTTEN!’ Revels in a Fresh, Hysterical Take on Shakespeare and the Birth of Musical Theater
