Review of "The Kentwood Players" new production of "Rent" in Los Angeles CA.
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 02:31PMDirector Lorton has stayed true to the tone and the times the show is set in, while still shaking things up with just the right touch—he and his cast aren’t just ‘performing’ “Okla…
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 07:26PMExploring the age-old capitalistic conundrum of placing “profit over people”, plays and performances like these don’t come any more captivating than those now offered at “The Westche…
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 08:10PMTo see this particular show at this landmark theater, (which itself is said to have been a real burlesque theater 'back in the day') gives the production an added resonance and vivacity. To …
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 05:00AMA musical farce that practically redefines the terms ‘Hilarious’ and ‘Outrageous’, with this, their latest, the bunch over at “The Long Beach Playhouse” have seen to it that thei…
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 07:53PMAlthough emphatically for more ‘sophisticated’ theater-lovers who can appreciate outlandish no-holds-barred comedy, “OMP’s” “Avenue Q” will restore your faith in real Honest-To…
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 06:00AMA bona-fide laugh-fest, this new rendering puts the comedy and absurdity first and foremost, so anyone who thinks they know what’s in store should take heed: Prepare for an utterly new the…
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 07:00AMWith so much charm and humor what more could you ask for? Beane’s script is overflowing with shrewd little ‘inside’ jokes and asides, so if you have seen the original celluloid renderi…
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 06:27PMInasmuch as this winner of two “Tony Awards” isn’t exactly what you’d call your typical “Feel Good” musical, (many of its elements and the veracities they express can, at times, …
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 12:17PM(We seem to have disconnected) Here is my latest review of "Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella" at "The Morgan Wixson Theatre" in Santa Monica CA.) (It hasn't appeared in my feed yet._
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 10:10PM"One More Productions" has taken on their boldest (—and certainly among their most vibrant and imaginative--) project in their esteemed 18-year history. Indeed, talk about a fun show for a…
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 05:20PMOverflowing with contemporary music and contemporary dance-club cavorting, all performed by an enthusiastic company of triple-threat performing artists, “La Mirada’s” “In The Heights…
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 03:15PMTheater is at its finest when it’s also a celebration of some kind—whether it be life, romance, joy--or even of just theater itself; such is the case with all of them to be abundantly fo…
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 07:00AMRodgers and Hammerstein have assembled one of their most celebrated scores, deftly causing this, their final collaboration, to be one of those rare shows where its one recognizable--even tim…
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 06:00AMLike a big, buoyant ‘World History’ lesson set to music, this ranks as “Must See” viewing for students and History enthusiasts of all ages!! (Think of it as one of those rare theatri…
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 06:00AMDirector Lorton’s version of this newest season opener breathes new life and vibrancy into the fairy tales (and a musical) you thought you knew. It’s more than just ‘wishful thinking�…
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 06:00AMIdeal for those theatergoers who prefer more non-traditional retellings of classic musicals and shows...in the final analysis (and despite any passing distractions or quirks in casting,) thi…
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 05:00AM“One More Production’s” goal was to create, on the live, in-person stage, the kind of big, buoyant Christmas special, which back in the 1960’s and 70’s, peppered the network airwav…
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 08:00PMDawson and Solimando have seen to it that the harmonic happenings are given a brighter, fresher, and newer “look” with even higher spirits and a multitude of feel-good sensations that ar…
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 06:30AMQuestions that linger long beyond the house lights coming up prove the power the story and characters have had on us...such is the strength of Ms. Orlandersmith’s storytelling, and Ms. Hil…
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 06:30AMRightly hailed as the “ultimate whodunit that will leave you ‘dying’ of laughter”, the story is at its most humorous when it references—or even mocks--its source material; Infused …
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 06:00AMBoth the direction and choreography combine to furnish this production with plenty of pleasant surprises where you least expect them. In fact, Director Lorton has accomplished the enviable f…
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 06:00AMPasek and Paul’s lyrics exude pithy sentiments and fathom-deep emotional truths, and through them many basic (and often hard) realities are outlined and articulated. These are songs that a…
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 06:14PMThe poster looming outside the box-office reads: “The Legend Returns”, and there couldn’t be a better way to describe the feat that "One More Productions" has accomplished with the ope…
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 02:30AM“One Touch Of Venus” ranks as a sure-fire spirit-lifter for such ‘challenging’ times of late. Even now this remains one of those productions that’s well-worth revisiting--or if you…
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 04:43PMDirector Lorton has demonstrated ample times previously that he definitely knows this era and this understanding benefits this production especially well, preparing him to incorporate small-…
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 04:40PMAt turns haunting, enthralling, humorous, devastating---and well deserving of every award it has earned; love it or hate it, respect or reject it’s compelling message, this is some powerfu…
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 06:18PMUproariously funny, devastatingly authentic, and resolutely moving--practically beyond words, this latest chapter in the 'Gospel according to Shores' is a spot-on, slice-of-life ‘dramedy�…
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 06:45PMThis production benefits magnificently from the understanding that less is often more—relying less on special effects or stage gimmicks and more on stellar performances, always with an eye…
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 06:00AMMs. Martin and Mr. Raitt’s talents match one another’s flawlessly, helping to make this a “Must See” for fans and aficionados of either (or both) of them; of rare television antiquit…
SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 02:28PMIf you’re in the market for a good, old fashioned. “Forget your troubles” kind of musical you've hit the jackpot here—so what if it all adds up to lunacy, it’s lovable lunacy! Up i…
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