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Frozen the National Tour - Review

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I was so excited when I found out Frozen  was coming to our town. My mom and I were lucky to get tickets to see it.  Broadway Grand Rapids does an amazing job of bring the best Broadway shows to Grand Rapids, Michigan.  This is a Broadway adaptation of the beloved Disney film, Frozen. Directed by Michael Grandage and featuring music and lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, this production is a magical experience that captures the essence of the original movie while adding its own unique touches.   One of the standout elements of Frozen on Broadway is its stunning visual design. The set, designed by Christopher Oram, seamlessly transitions between various locations such as Arendelle Castle and Elsa's ice palace. The use of projections and lighting effects enhances the enchanting atmosphere, transporting the audience into a winter wonderland. The costumes were so breathtaking. Elsa's quick change was magic. It happened so smoothly. Got to love Disney Magic.  The pu

Fiddler on the Roof National Touring Company Review

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Saw the national tour of  Fiddler on the Roof. I had mix feelings this broadways musical again.   It's such a long show. I was praying my tummy would make it through the whole show. I wasn't dying to see this show but it was free for my mom and me. Fiddler brings back so many memories when I was in it with the all-girls choir. If it wasn't for the main character Tevye, played by Yechezkel Lazarov, it would have been a total flop if not for him.  The sets were dull but that is the type of show it is. Les Mis is a dark dull show but has a hint of colors. The scene changes were very slow and took you away from the story. I would have loved to see them put some projections photos on the backdrops. Anastasia Musical used both film projections and scenery and it was beautiful.Fidder's sets where very boring and hard to figure out where they were at times. For example, when they were in the town they had have four house cut-outs that hung from up in the fly rail. A

My Review on Waitress the Musical National Tour

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Broadway Grand Rapids always brings some amazing musicals to Western Michigan. On Saturday, May 4, 2019, I saw the touring company of  Waitress the Musical .  A Tony Award Nominated musical with original music and lyrics by 7--Grammy nominee Sara Bareilles (known for "The Love Song" and "Brave).  Waitress the Musical  is based on the 2007 film starring Kurt Russell.  Book by acclaimed screenwriter Jessie Nelson ("I am Sam") and directed by Tony Award winner Diane Paulus ("Pippin", "Finding Neverland").  It is a story about Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of a way out of her small town and rocky abusive marriage. Pouring her heart into her pies, she crafts desserts that mirror her topsy-turvy life such as "The Key (Lime) to Happiness Pie"  and "Betrayed By My Eggs Pie". When a baking contest in a nearby county-- and satisfying encounter with someone new -- show Jenna a chance at a fres

On Your Feet the Musical Review

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Yesterday I went with my mom to see  On Your Feet! .  If you are a huge fan of Gloria Estefan then you already know what this musical is about. This musical tells the story of Gloria Estefan's journey of becoming a sensation performer.  Written by Alexander Dinelaris, an Oscar-winning co-screenwriter of 2014's Birdman,  director Jerry Mitchell known for  Kinky Boots  and Legally Blonde and Sergio Trujillo, choreographer brings her life story to life.  The musical had its world premiere at the Oriental Theatre in Chicago from June 2, 2015-July 5, 2015. Broadway p reviews began on October 5, 2015, at the Marquis Theatre. The show opened on November 5, 2015, and closed  August 20, 2017, having 34 previews and 746 performances. The fall of 2017 the United States touring started.  --> Image from Variety.com  It contains two dozen song numbers of Gloria’s work. In 1985, Gloria Estefan and Miami Sound Machine’s “Conga” was released. This was the first of its