“Golden Ticket” to Roald Dahl’s “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” live musical adaptation w/ Seattle Theatre Group. Clever Oompa Loompa “stage magic.” Diverse sets, scenes, costumes, caricatures, & songs. Great Russian father-daughter duo. But new songs were unmemorable and the theater was surprisingly empty! #Chocolate #Candy
“Bright Star” by Steve Martin at Taproot Theatre. Unexpectedly good musical despite all the folk country bluegrass (which I surprisingly enjoyed) & depictions of the backwards South. Talented lead actress. Proud to have accurately predicted two major plots twists. #Southern
“The Last World Octopus Wrestling Champion” by Justin Huertas w/ ArtsWest Playhouse and Gallery. Proud to see a great musical that features pinoy/pinay characters & acknowledges Filipino culture! I’m also a sucker for the dangerous (but oh so comforting) hope that “love at first sight” & soulmates exist.
Stage play adaptation of “Behold the Dreamers” at Book-It Repertory Theatre. Well-written captivating storytelling. Reminds me of the sacrifices my immigrant parents made to achieve the American Dream. Loved the juxtaposition between the rich & poor. Surprised that so many seats were empty at such a good play.
