Reviewed by Tony Annicone Welcome to the 1920’s with the current musical at Footlights at the Grange. Director/choreographer Brian Barry Pereira transports the audience to the prison atmosphere needed for this terrific blockbuster musical “Chicago.” Kander and Ebb’s 1975 vaudeville type show is based on the 1926 play by Maurine Watkins. The 1997 musical version…
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THE GREAT GATSBY (Burbage Theatre Company, Pawtucket)
Reviewed by Tony Annicone Burbage Theatre Company’s second show of their season is “The Great Gatsby” by F. Scott Fitzgerald. This is their first show in their new location in Pawtucket. This classic novel from 1925 has been adapted for the stage by Simon Levy, it remains the evocative story of the pursuit of wealth…
Jesus Christ Superstar, Bristol Community College, Fall River
By Sue Nedar Going into the theatre last night, I was filled with hopeful anticipation. Jesus Christ Superstar, Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s crown jewel piece, is this reviewer’s all-time favorite show. It holds a very special sentimental place in my heart – but that’s another story.
YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN
Reviewed by Tony Annicone The current show at MMAS is the 1999 revival version of “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” which is based on Charles Schultz’s beloved “Peanuts” comic strip. The revival opened on February 5. 1999 and made a star out of Kristen Chenoweth, winning her the Tony Award for best featured…
