Tag Archives: New York

Subtlety Evades Heavy-Handed “LA CAGE AUX FOLLES”

Posted on April 30, 2012 by

In New York I have had the good fortune to see both the original Broadway production and the later Broadway revival of Jerry Herman’s groundbreaking musical, “La Cage Aux Folles.” Those productions skillfully combined the fine music and lyrics of … Continue reading →

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Success and Failure from “HOW TO SUCCEED”

Posted on February 4, 2012 by

In many ways the show begins in the elegantly decorated entryway of New York’s Al Hirschfeld Theatre. It seems a fitting tribute to the renowned artist and theatre caricaturist for whom the theater is named, that three magnificent ceiling frescoes … Continue reading →

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“CLEAR DAY” A CLEAR WINNER!

Posted on January 18, 2012 by

I came late to the party, having just seen Harry Connick Jr. in On A Clear Day You Can See Forever this past weekend. But after reading a recent rather harsh New York column regarding that show from a certain fellow critic … Continue reading →

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Electrifying GHOST Captivates London and Heads to Broadway

Posted on October 28, 2011 by

Now back from Europe with summer adventures behind me, and with the fall season well underway, it seems an appropriate time to catch up on a highlight of Show Business from “across the pond.” To be more specific, allow me … Continue reading →

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Intrigue and Confusion Meet on “The Bus”

Posted on October 19, 2011 by

I imagine most of we theatergoers have traveled enough to realize that a bus, like many other modes of transportation, can sometimes be a helpful conveyance, while at other times it may experience mechanical problems. It seems the same can … Continue reading →

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N.Y. MUSICAL THEATRE FESTIVAL WELCOMES HOUSTON CAST

Posted on October 6, 2011 by

 Some months ago I began to hear reports that the Houston Family Arts Center had a cast of area youngsters being selected to participate in the eighth annual New York Musical Theatre Festival. As I split much of my time … Continue reading →

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Mime and Merriment From Le CIRQUE DE LÉGUME

Posted on September 22, 2011 by

Attention Dear Readers: Have you been getting your recommended servings of fresh vegetables each day? If not, you may want to hurry over to the 59E59 Theaters for one of the final amusing performances of CIRQUE DE LÉGUME. As the … Continue reading →

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“Tripping” With Heroic Lambs

Posted on August 3, 2011 by

[ NOTE: The story below will appear in the forthcoming issue of The Lambs' SCRIPT, the club's magazine dating back to the 1930's. The issue will be a 10th Anniversary tribute to the heroes and victims of September 11th. ] … Continue reading →

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Theatrical Brilliance From BROWNSVILLE BRED

Posted on July 16, 2011 by

If Elaine Del Valle had only written the stunning new play, Brownsville Bred, it would have assured her an important place in the world of the theatre. But as both author and solo star of this remarkable tour de force, … Continue reading →

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