Reviewed by Tony Annicone Coventry High School Drama’s current show is “Heathers, the Musical”, the Rhode Island premier of PG 13 version of this musical. It was written by Laurence O’Keefe who created “Legally Blonde” and Kevin Murphy of Reefer Madness. Their terrific pop score expands the story while keeping the black edge comedy of…
ALWAYS PATSY CLINE – Little Theatre of Fall River (Local Community Theater)
Reviewed by Tony Annicone Little Theater of Fall River’s Fire Barn show is “Always Patsy Cline.” This show is based on a true story about the country music legend and the fan she called a friend. The title was inspired by Cline’s letters to her friend, Louise Segar which were always signed, “Love…
THE WIZARD OF OZ Bishop Hendricken Theatre (High School Production)
THE WIZARD OF OZ Reviewed by Tony Annicone We’re off to see the wizard for Hendricken’s autumn musical. This classic tale of Dorothy and Toto’s adventures in Oz has melted hearts for more than seven decades with its unforgettable melodies and timeless themes of family, home and the courage to pursue dreams. Adapted from…
A Rich and Beautiful ‘Journey to the West’
By Michele Markarian Journey to the West – Adapted by Mary Zimmerman, from the translation by Anthony C. Yu of Hsi Yu Chi. Directed by Lee Mikesha Gardner. David Fichter, Scenic Designer & Painter; Leslie Held, Costume Designer; John R. Malinowski, Lighting Designer; Judith Chaffee Choreographer.Presented by The Nora Theatre Company and Underground Railway…