‘Beautiful: The Carole King Musical’ tribute to superstar Composer/vocalist is a stunning bio-show at Wick Theatre
‘Four Coloring’ Reconsiders A Beloved American Icon
For better or worse, the American flag is a particularly charged and divisive symbol these days—making it an intriguing central subject for Mackenzie Raine Kirkman’s Four Coloring, which celebrated its world premiere this past weekend thanks to Lakehouseranchpng. Kirkman has also developed a fairly interesting dramatic concept to drape around this iconic emblem of American patriotism—though it seems that the resulting script falls somewhat short of realizing its theoretical potential.
‘Beautiful: The Carole King Musical’ Charms Packed Audiences at The Wick
Everyone knows the name “Carole King.” For many of us, the legendary American musician/singer/songwriter’s copious output spanning six decades (writing and co-writing over 118 pop hits on the Billboard Hot 100 charts) formed the soundtrack of our lives. If there were a Guinness world record for most popular songs ever written/co-written, she’d likely win by a mile.
The Sound of Music and its Resounding Resilience
A classic Hammerstein and Rodgers musical, The Sound of Music and its timeless numbers are available for your pleasure now at Lake Worth Playhouse. Continuing one of the strongest seasons of local theater I’ve ever had the pleasure to review, the playhouse delivers the seminal score at a time in America when it’s most needed. The plot, one of defiance in the face of a Nazi oppressor, is about the resilience of family bonds and, of course, music; both loud and proud.
‘POTUS’ BRILLIANT POLITICAL SATIRE WITH A FEMININE TOUCH AT ARSHT CENTER
No matter who you prefer to be President of the United States, be prepared to laugh heartily at the over the top performances of seven actresses in Selina Fillinger’s comedy “POTUS”, a Zoetic Stage production running now through January 26 at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Miami.
The Delray Beach Playhouse’s “Living on Love”: Fabulously Fizzy, Fifties Fun
Comedy, romance, and just a dash of drama—Living on Love has it all! A classic screwball comedy at its finest, the play (written by Joe DiPietro and based on the play Peccadillo by Garson Kanin) follows the hilarious hijinks of a famous power couple and the ghostwriters they’ve hired to pen their respective autobiographies. When acclaimed diva Raquel DeAngelis (Mallory Newbrough) discovers that her husband, the feisty and often self-centered Maestro Vito DeAngelis (Wayne LeGette) has fallen for the sweet young woman (Amber Lynn Benson) he’s hired to ghostwrite his (mostly fictional) autobiography, she retaliates by hiring her own handsome ghostwriter (Jim Tyminski) to tell the tale of her illustrious career as an opera star. Completing this talented, laugh-out-loud funny cast are butlers Bruce (Jack Stein) and Eric (Matt Schenk), who just might have some secrets of their own. Sparks—and snow globes—fly as unexpected romances bloom and unforgettable stories are told amidst the chaos.
Island City Stage Achieves the Perfect Balance of Humor and Pathos in Edward Albee’s Masterpiece, ‘A DELICATE BALANCE’
If you live in South Florida and love theater, you are doubly blessed. Not only can you enjoy a variety of finely curated and produced world premieres, you can also revisit (or initially experience) award-winning, timeless classics that every serious theater-goer should see at least once in their lifetime.
Artists Looking for Grants? Here’s Where To Apply
Written By Josie Gulliksen
Originally published on artburstmiami.com
To provide a service for artists and creators, artburstmiami.com is compiling a monthly list of available grants with details including deadlines and links to websites for applying.
LOOK AT US NOW MOTHER’ A STORY OF MOTHER/DAUGHTER HEALING
Given so many stories of parental abuse, the film screening of the 2016 film “Look At Us Now, Mother” on Tuesday, Jan. 21 at 1 p.m. is a reminder that the family dynamic can look a lot different than what seems on the surface.
SLOW BURN THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS “PARADE” AT THE BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
