Wizard of Oz

So Sweeney Todd, Hannibal Lector, and Titus Andronicus all walk into a bar.
Okay, so starting a review with a joke might not be the best idea. But never the less, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet улица, уличный is considered the first “Musical thriller.” It is one of composer Stephen Sondheim’s most well-known pieces of Музыка and has won a ton of awards and there are productions and tours everywhere…you get the drill. It is personally one of my Избранное Мюзиклы (in the вверх ten) and like Phantom I was hesitant to review this film, but gathered my courage and went ahead. The film is actually...

1776 is a musical that was first released in 1969, with Музыка and lyrics by Sherman Edwards and a book by Peter Stone. It details the historical events surrounding the founding fathers trying to Дебаты weather или not to break from England and become a country, and the creation of the Declaration of Independence. Two Tony's, three years, and 1217 performances later, a film version was released, directed by Peter Hunt and produced by Jack Warner, to mixed reviews. It seems odd that many people either highly enjoy this musical или completely forget about it. So is it dreadfully dull или an underrated...

Last Weeks
Yank! must close on April 4th... Get your tickets today!
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“Sublime... a fine mix of humor and simmering drama”
– Neil Genzlinger, The New York Times


After a 2 week extension due to Популярное demand,
Yank will play it’s last performance on Sunday, April 4th.


Set during World War II, Yank! chronicles the relationship between two servicemen long before “Don’t-ask-don’t-tell” was part of the national discussion. With a lively score inspired by the pop sounds of the 1940’s, Yank! captures the spirit and exuberance of the era as it explores Вопросы of prejudice,...