Review: ANYTHING GOES at US Cinemas

Anything Goes the musical is playing in Cinemas all over the US for two days only. This film is produced by special arrangement with Universal Theatrical Group. Filmed live at the Barbican in London, this musical comedy features a cast led by Broadway legend Sutton Foster, reprising her role as Reno Sweeney, alongside Robert Lindsay, three-time Olivier, and Tony Award winner. Felicity Kendal, Evening Standard Theatre Award winner, and Gary Wilmont, a legend in the West End. This musical comedy is about an ocean liner sailing from New York to London. Billy Crocker is in love with Hope Harcourt a heiress who is engaged to Lord Evelyn Oakleigh. Reno Sweeney, a night club singer and Martin "Moonface" help Billy in his journey to win the love of Hope. The music is written by Cole Porter and includes the well-known songs, Friendship, It's de-lovely, and Anything Goes.

I was able to attend at the AMC theatre in Minneapolis. I've known many of the songs from this musical but had never seen it. I do enjoy live theatre, but I also like the option of getting to see it in cinemas as it gives access to those who may not be able to see it in New York or the West End. It gives a good up-close seat and provides more work for people in the industry. I personally enjoy live theatre but also hope more shows will consider doing cinema showings as well.

Thank you to the cast and creative team and the Universal Theatrical Group for making this possible!

Photo courtesy of Anything Goes in Cinemas

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