Kinky Boots portrays the decline of traditional industries in the 20th century and how it affected workers, but it was exceptional for musicals derived from different filmmakers. [Read more…] about “Kinky Boots” on Broadway- A Time to Celebrate
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“Oh Hello On Broadway”: Kvetching is the New Black
“Charmed, I’m sure”, says Gil Faizon (Nick Kroll) after nearly every introduction. It’s hard not to be. Faizon, along with his best friend and roommate of 40 years, George St. Geegland (John Mulaney) are the epitome of old school New Yorkers who have seen it all, know it all, and are telling it all at Broadway’s Lyceum Theater in Oh,Hello On Broadway. [Read more…] about “Oh Hello On Broadway”: Kvetching is the New Black
Kyle Riabko: This Guy’s In Love With Burt
On a recent trip to San Francisco, I was walking in the Castro neighborhood and saw two signs in the window of a residence. They both were designed with the same look as a political advertisement, but none of the usual candidates’s names appeared. Instead, one said, “I’m with Bacharach” and below it, another that read, “I’m backing Bacharach.” [Read more…] about Kyle Riabko: This Guy’s In Love With Burt
Hershey Felder’s “Maestro” at 59E59
In the last twenty years, Hershey Felder has played over 4,500 performances of various towering figures of music. He has played George Gershwin, Irving Berlin, Ludwig Von Beethoven, Franz Liszt, and Frederic Chopin. Basically, if you need to evoke a famous composer, call Felder. I have long been familiar with his work, but have not had the opportunity to see him perform-until now. [Read more…] about Hershey Felder’s “Maestro” at 59E59
Fall Broadway Dining Specials at The Sanctuary Hotel
We have officially entered the fall season, which means that the bustling Broadway area of Manhattan will be in full swing with some amazing new shows and big stars to attract the masses. The Sanctuary Hotel, located in the heart of Times Square and the bustling Theatre District, is offering lunch, dinner and drink specials at its delicious restaurants in collaboration with the openings of four new shows: White Rabbit Red Rabbit, VERSO, In Transit and The Illusionists. [Read more…] about Fall Broadway Dining Specials at The Sanctuary Hotel
Theater Review: Leslye Headland’s Noir Drama, “The Layover”
It seems fitting to write a review of Leslye Headland’s modern noir drama, The Layover after having just returned from Europe and enduring two lengthy layovers during my travels. [Read more…] about Theater Review: Leslye Headland’s Noir Drama, “The Layover”
Theatrics, Food & Fun at Ellen’s Stardust Diner in Times Square
When someone usually goes to a restaurant, the expectations are for the food and the decor to be great, along with the service. One thing that never crosses their mind is that they might be entering into a singing extravaganza with their waiters giving duality realness with taking their orders and singing some of the biggest hits in the world. This is what the experience happens to be at the iconic Ellen’s Stardust Diner, located right in the heart of Times Square. [Read more…] about Theatrics, Food & Fun at Ellen’s Stardust Diner in Times Square
Cycling Your Inner Superstar with Beyonce at IMAXShift
Ever wonder what it would be like to get in “formation” while cycling your life away? Well wonder no more cause IMAXShift is making your Beyonce dreams come true. [Read more…] about Cycling Your Inner Superstar with Beyonce at IMAXShift
From the Royal Ballet School to the Junkyard: An Interview with “Cats” star Giuseppe Bausilio
Casting Gods have been kind to Giuseppe Bausilio. The Swiss-born triple threat made his Broadway debut six years ago, playing the title role in Elton John’s smash hit Billy Elliot. After that, he continued his career on the Great White Way in Disney’s Newsies and Aladdin. Currently, he is crawling around the Neil Simon Theater as Carbucketty in the revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s beloved musical, Cats. [Read more…] about From the Royal Ballet School to the Junkyard: An Interview with “Cats” star Giuseppe Bausilio
“Sotto Voce” and The Historic Gateways Inn: Two Reasons to Skip Town
Droves of immigrants are forced to leave their native lands, hoping to seek refuge in another country. When they arrive, they learn that the country they’ve landed upon does not want them. Sound familiar? It could well be a story ripped from current headlines and in fact, it is. Presumably, Shakespeare & Company chose to stage Nilo Cruz’s Sotto Voce due to its’ modern political overtones. Or, they wanted a vehicle to showcase the wonderful Massachusetts based actor, Annette Miller. Whatever their reasons, they have hit a high note with Cruz’s beautiful play. [Read more…] about “Sotto Voce” and The Historic Gateways Inn: Two Reasons to Skip Town