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MNM ‘s Less Zesty But More Heartfelt La Cage aux Folles

For a show that shattered a ceiling in 1983, La Cage aux Folles has become a warhorse in 2017. MNM Productions’ edition embraces the spangles, glitz and sheer Jerry Herman of it all. So if you haven’t seen it in a while, this is an entertaining reminder. What sets this apart is how it emphasizes the heart rather than the heat – and that’s a welcome emphasis for those who may have seen this classic once too often.

Posted on October 11, 2017 by Bill Hirschman

Posted in Performances, Reviews | Tagged Clay Cartland, Elijah Word, Kimberly Dawn Smith, Kimmi Johnson, La Cage Aux Folles, Larry Alexander, Michael Ursua, Patti Gardner, Paul Reekie, Troy Stanley | Leave a comment

Company Has Shining Moments, Falls Short Of What Could Be

MNM’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s groundbreaking musical Company is intermittently lit with incandescent performances worth the price of admission by themselves, but the overall piece disappointingly lacks crispness, passion and, until the last 10 minutes, heart.

Posted on July 23, 2017 by Bill Hirschman

Posted in Performances, Reviews | Tagged Amy Miller Brennan, Bruce Linser, Clay Cartland, Company, Erika Scotti, George Furth, Harold Prince, Jinon Deeb, Josh Kolb, Joshua McKinney, Kravis Center, Larry Alexander, Laura Hodos, Lindsey Corey, Mallory Newbrough, Nicole Kinzel, Paul Reekie, Robert Johnston, Stephen Sondheim, Wayne LeGette | 1 Comment