Category: Musicals

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat – Musical – Mini Review – Taproot Theatre

Happy opening weekend to Taproot Theatre’s family-friendly production of Andrew Lloyd Webber & Tim Rice's Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. 🌈 Starring CJ Lorentz guided by Cassi Q. Kohl's well-cast narrator. Novel take on Tarquinn White's pharaoh. Eclectic mix of musical styles. Surprising number of roles played by kids. Extended till 8/29.... Click to read more

Aviatrix – Musical – Review – Seattle Public Theater and Macha Theatre Works

Angela Poe Russell and Dionne McClain-Freeney’s world premiere musical Aviatrix by Seattle Public Theater w/ Macha Theatre Works starring Haley Dortch. It’s shows like this that remind me why I attend local smaller theatre – for a chance to uncover a rare, unexpected worthy gem like this. With a solidly written, eclectic score, this runaway hit is ready for a major stage. Run, don't walk, to snag rush/waitlist tickets to this sold-out show before it closes in 2 days.... Click to read more

Grease – Musical – Review – Village Theatre

Grease musical by Village Theatre. Maya McQueen and Daniel Velasquez shine backed by the theatre's signature top-tier choreo, vocals, and band. Ben Dow's "Those Magic Changes" was pure magic. The retro doo-wop score and squeaky-clean 1950s harmonies/setting were reminiscent of The 5th Ave Theatre’s Bye Bye Birdie. Closed in Issaquah, but still playing in Everett through June 7! 🎸 ... Click to read more

Chicken Tinders: A Musical Fable – Mini Review – Copious Love Productions and Gaisma Theatre Group

World premiere of Scott Zenreich & John Gregor’s Chicken Tinders - A Musical Fable from Copious Love Productions & Gaisma Theatre Group at Taproot Theatre! Cartoonish, absurd, cacophonous romp serving up as many “fowl” puns as Shucked does corn. Starring Noah Fletcher as Chicken 33671 guy. Janet Krupin stole the show as the fox. Unforgettable education on the "cloacal kiss." 💋🍑🥚🐔🎭... Click to read more

Jesus Christ Superstar – Rock Opera Musical – Review – The 5th Avenue Theatre

Welcomed the Sabbath on opening night of The 5th Avenue Theatre's Jesus Christ Superstar rock opera musical. This brutalist, post-apocalyptic dystopian rebel themed production outshined the national tour. Stunning lighting design from Robert Aguilar. A well-cast Alex Kilian (as Jesus) carried the weight of the world on his chest. What exactly was written there? 👀... Click to read more