Phantom of the Opera

So Sweeney Todd, Hannibal Lector, and Titus Andronicus all walk into a bar.
Okay, so starting a review with a joke might not be the best idea. But never the less, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet rue is considered the first “Musical thriller.” It is one of composer Stephen Sondheim’s most well-known pieces of musique and has won a ton of awards and there are productions and tours everywhere…you get the drill. It is personally one of my favori comédies musicales (in the haut, retour au début ten) and like Phantom I was hesitant to review this film, but gathered my courage and went ahead. The film is actually...

1776 is a musical that was first released in 1969, with musique and lyrics par Sherman Edwards and a book par Peter Stone. It details the historical events surrounding the founding fathers trying to débats weather ou not to break from England and become a country, and the creation of the Declaration of Independence. Two Tony's, three years, and 1217 performances later, a film version was released, directed par Peter Hunt and produced par Jack Warner, to mixed reviews. It seems odd that many people either highly enjoy this musical ou completely forget about it. So is it dreadfully dull ou an underrated...

Last Weeks
Yank! must close on April 4th... Get your tickets today!
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“Sublime... a fine mix of humor and simmering drama”
– Neil Genzlinger, The New York Times


After a 2 week extension due to populaire demand,
Yank will play it’s last performance on Sunday, April 4th.


Set during World War II, Yank! chronicles the relationship between two servicemen long before “Don’t-ask-don’t-tell” was part of the national discussion. With a lively score inspired par the pop sounds of the 1940’s, Yank! captures the spirit and exuberance of the era as it explores questions of prejudice,...