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BWW Reviews: Electric BILLY ELLIOT Illuminates Hobby Center
In the second act the protagonist, Billy, describes dancing as "a burning deep inside, something bursting me wide open, impossible to hide…like electricity." What a wonderful way to also describe the masterpiece that is Billy Elliot: Electric....
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BWW Reviews: Spanish Refreshes WEST SIDE STORY But Takes Away Nostalgia During National Tour at Hobby Center
The Jets and the Sharks have taken their turf war to the stage of Houston's Hobby Center in the US National Tour of the 2009 Broadway Revival version of West Side Story. West Side Story is a remarkable collaboration of two theatre geniuses: Leonard Bernstein who composed the score and Stephen Sondh...
BWW Reviews: HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS – THE MUSICAL: An Early Christmas Gift for Your Family
Your heart will grow three sizes with the spirit of Christmas as the Grinch steals your imagination in this fanciful, musical adaption of How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The pages of the beloved children's tale come to life immersing the audience into the world of Whoville and the magic of Dr. Seus...
BWW Reviews: Treat Yourself to a Workday Extension With 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL
9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL is a quirky tale of revenge secured through feminist strength with a superb, toe-tapping score by Dolly Parton. After seeing 9 to 5 for myself, I do not understand why the show only lasted only a little more than four months on Broadway. Sure, it was never going to be a Broadwa...
BWW Reviews: Spectacular, Magical SHREK
The magic of the "Shrek" movies is phenomenally captured in this thrilling theatrical experience which will delight children and adults alike. The brilliance of Shrek the Musical is creative staging with a constant flow of original techniques bring Shrek and his fairy-tale friends to the stage. Ov...
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Fun-Filled Production of HAIRSPRAY Opens TUTS Season
'You can't stop the beat', the laughs, nor the energy of Theatre Under the Stars' (TUTS) production of Hairspray now playing at the Houston Hobby Center. With one punch line after another, Hairspray is a show about big dreams, big hair and not being afraid to be yourself....
BWW Reviews: Vivino Shines As Elphaba But WICKED Underwhelms
I've been waiting years to see Wicked. Numerous times I've just missed the national tour as I moved from city to city and there were some unfortunately timed vacations along the way. For years friends and family have been telling me how much I have to see this show and the Original Cast Recording ...
BWW Reviews: MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL - An Unexpected Comedic Hit at Hobby Center
Who knew menopause could be fun?
'Menopause' certainly isn't an obvious topic for a musical, but Menopause The Musical writer/producer Jeanie Linders has stumbled upon a bold and surprising recipe for success: stage an honest, upfront presentation of a socially taboo topic through clever parodie...
BWW Reviews: Monster-Sized Laughs for YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at Hobby Center
In classic Mel Brooks fashion, the continuous surge of gags and innuendos of Young Frankenstein are sure to keep audiences rolling throughout the musical's two-week run at the Hobby Center. From the first lightning bolt during the overture, to the last growl of the Monster, the production is a capt...
BWW Reviews: LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE Has Potential, but Disappoints
For better or for worse, Little House on the Prairie has joined the ever growing, eclectic club of main stream stories transformed into musicals. Surprisingly, this quaint account of a family struggling to settle the prairie actually has potential and could be successful in the live, musical theatr...
BWW Reviews: Go IN THE HEIGHTS For a Unique Musical Experience & Journey of Spirit
In the Heights, now playing at the Hobby Center, is an energetic portrayal of the residents of a New York City barrio whose dreams are seemingly bigger than their means. Once they learn to put their trust in each other, they find the ability to achieve their goals and that much of what they desire ...
BWW Reviews: An Enchanting, Must-See Production of SOUTH PACIFIC
If you love Broadway musicals you must see the national tour of South Pacific currently running at the Hobby Center. Even if you have seen South Pacific before, or if you happen to not be a Rogers and Hammerstein fan, you need to see this show. The performances delivered by Rod Gilfry, as the Fren...
BWW Reviews: CIRQUE DREAMS ILLUMINATION is Impressive and Family-Friendly
Cirque Dreams Illumination is an impressive collection of Cirque du Soleil-style acrobatic routines, street entertainment and illusions that will boggle the minds of audiences of all ages. With reasonably priced tickets starting from $24, the show is also a fantastic opportunity for families to exp...
BWW Reviews: MISS SAIGON Heat is On at TUTS
From the first sound of a helicopter flying as the sun rises over Saigon during the Overture, to the show's abrupt, powerful ending, the Theatre Under the Stars (TUTS) production of MISS SAIGON will take you on an emotional rollercoaster about unwavering faith in love and self sacrifice - just be su...
BWW Reviews: Journey to WONDERLAND With the World Premiere Musical at Alley Theatre
During its world premiere now at the Alley Theatre, the musical WONDERLAND invites you to take a break from the bustle of life and travel with Alice down the rabbit hole to rediscover your inner child....
BWW Reviews: Simplicity, Raw Emotion Allow A CHORUS LINE to Shine at Hobby Center
A Chorus Line is not the impressive spectacle offered by most nationally touring musicals. It has no special effects and no impressive costumes. The minimalistic set consists of a series of mirrors, a black stool and the infamous line on which hopeful dancers await their fate. But it's simplicity...
A CHORUS LINE Kicks Off in Houston
Broadway classic A Chorus Line kicked off a two-week stand at Houston's Hobby Center this week. The Marvin Hamlisch musical tells the story of seventeen "wannabe" Broadway dancers, all auditioning for eight limited spots on a chorus line. The one-act production is stacked with stellar dance number...
Houston is Having a Jolly Holiday with MARY POPPINS
Everyone's favorite nanny, Mary Poppins, has taken up residency in Houston's Hobby Center for the next three weeks. I attended this Disney musical based on the children's books and movie of the same name on Friday night....
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