Saw this in Atlanta last year. Although it has some winning performers (Beth Leavel and Chris Seiber), an energetic young ensemble to bring life to the choreography by Nicolaw, and a heartfelt script, there were plenty of adjustments needed before moving to Broadway.
The themes of tolerance, mutual acceptance, and religious hypocrisy have been done before (La Cage, Kinky Boots, Priscilla, Hairspray). So The Prom seemed to be just preaching to the choir of already accepting a
Sad to hear this. Although the story may have had problems; there was a great amount of committed talent onstage. Enjoyed the music and choreography greatly. I suspect it will tour at some point.
Just listened to the CD after see the show 3 weeks ago. The sound is strong and captures well the performances. I only wish they had included the Entr'acte and Exit Music. The band was on fire!
Saw the tour in Ft. Lauderdale yesterday. The show is in great shape. I believe Harrison is leaving in 4 weeks. His singing is quite a nice surprise and different than Cummings. He seemed to be enjoying the role. Goss is a strong singer. The stunning ending really took the audience by surprise.
