When the original production of ‘1776, The Musical’ opened on Broadway in 1969 the entire cast was comprised of white men. In this new revival of 1776, the musical about the founding fathers on the brink of signing the Declaration of Independence, the cast is composed entirely of multi racial performers who identify as female, transgender, and non-binary.
Many traditions survive the test of time, others evolve, fade or are broken altogether. Through song, dance and superb acting that is what Fiddler on the Roof is all about. Trying to hold on to tradition as times and attitudes change in an ever unpredictable and evolving world.
Mean Girls is a must-see, laugh out loud, high-energy musical. It is a “cautionary tale” about discovering who you are while also trying to fit in. Can you really be your authentic self while pleasing others?
It’s a roast that makes toast of many your Broadway theatre favorites. Forbidden Broadway The Next Generation is a laugh a minute as this small surprisingly versatile cast takes pot shots at several elaborate productions including The Lion King, West Side Story, Moulin Rouge, Dear Even Hansen, Phantom of the Opera, Beattlejuice, Wicked, Frozen Fiddler On The Roof, Cats and others.
“This is a dance in your seat kind of show full of lots of great timeless music and a moving story line” said Rhonda Castaneda. With tunes like “Get Ready,” “My Girl,” “Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone,” “Since I Lost My Baby,” “The Way You Do the Things You Do,” “Come See About Me” and many others it is easy to see what she means. The Supremes even make an appearance.
If there is a feel good story to be found about the 9/11 tragedy of 21 years ago ‘Come From Away’ is definitely it. It reminds us of the compassion a community engaged in at a time of confusion, anger and tragedy. Much like the recent Covid pandemic times we have endured and our need for that same type of compassion so sorely needed in today’s uncertain environment.
From nailing the video audition with the Director of Casting to high school students creating their own performance, students can dive into learning new skills…
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