Monday, May 25, 2015

Hairspray - Review BY ROGER EBERT (*** 1/2)

"Hairspray" is just plain fun. Or maybe not so plain.

SOURCE: rogerebert.suntimes.com at 05:58PM

'Phantom' merits a look, but don't bother listening by Roger Ebert

This has been, I realize, a nutty review. I am recommending a movie that I do not seem to like very much. But part of the pleasure of moviegoing is pure spectacle -- of just sitting there an…

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Dancing Queens By Roger Ebert (**)

I saw the stage version of "Mamma Mia!" in London, where for all I know, it is now entering the second century of its run, and I was underwhelmed. The film version has the advantage of posse…

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Three apes in a worm hole By Roger Ebert (***)

"Space Chimps" is delightful from beginning to end: A goofy space opera that sends three U.S. chimptronauts rocketing to a galaxy, as they say, far, far away.

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Can you spot the only male in this movie? By Roger Ebert (***)

What a pleasure this movie is, showcasing actresses I've admired for a long time, all at the top of their form.

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Break a leg -- and a heart by Roger Ebert (***)

As I watched "Every Little Step," one thought above all others was inspired: These people must love dancing to the point of abandon, to submit themselves to this ordeal.

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The Belts From Brazil By Roger Ebert (***)

David Mamet's "Redbelt" assembles all the elements for a great Mamet film, but they're still spread out on the shop floor.

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Review by Roger Ebert (****)

"Passing Strange" is one of the best musicals I've seen.

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Review: Across the Universe By Roger Ebert (****)

Here is a bold, beautiful, visually enchanting musical where we walk into the theater humming the songs.

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Review: Evening BY ROGER EBERT

There are few things more depressing than a weeper that doesn't make you weep.

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2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards