Anthony Higgins

All of it presents a beautiful picture of mortality, but also the universality of love. The six actors playing Noah and Allie range in age and ethnicity. This strikes at the heart of what I suspect undergirds the enduring popularity of The Notebook.

If you’ve seen Jersey Boys or Beautiful, you might walk into A Beautiful Noise expecting a similarly satisfying blend of drama and musical revelation. And while this production brings energy, spectacle, and a powerhouse cast, it doesn’t quite strike the same emotional chord