Browsing: Broadway
A deep dive into Wicked's third Sydney run! Is this production as magical as the original? We explore Courtney Monsma's dazzling performance, the show's lasting power, and whether it still captivates. Discover details about tickets, cast, and why it remains a modern theatrical masterpiece! Plus, is a reinvention needed to defy gravity yet again? #Wicked #Sydney #Musical #Theatre #Review #CourtneyMonsma
The Lion King's 25 years on Broadway! This incredible story reveals how the creative team has successfully taken the musical global, maintaining the same high standards, even amid challenging circumstances! Interviews from the team reveals the passion behind Lion King, plus a look at their experiences and approach to casting across borders, and the many reasons why The Lion King endures across continents! #LionKing #Broadway #GlobalMusical #InternationalTheatre #BehindTheScenes
Sam Gold's new Broadway production of Romeo and Juliet, starring Rachel Zegler and Kit Connor, promised a Gen Z update, complete with a trendy aesthetic, Jack Antonoff's music, and heavy social media marketing. But did this modern makeover capture the essence of Shakespeare's timeless tragedy, or did it fall flat? This review delves into the production's strengths and weaknesses, examining the director's choices regarding staging, costuming, and the actors' performances. It explores whether the attempt to make Shakespeare relevant to a younger audience succeeded or if the trendy set dressing overshadowed the play's emotional core. The review compares this production to other recent interpretations of Romeo and Juliet, particularly the West End production starring Tom Holland, highlighting the contrasting directorial approaches and their impact on the overall experience. The review also includes a brief review of Alaska Thunderfuck's Drag: The Musical, offering a contrasting perspective on the effectiveness of modernizing classic stories for contemporary audiences. Ultimately, the review questions whether this production successfully modernized Shakespeare for a younger generation or if it missed the mark.