Curtain Call: December 2018 Issue
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Category: News
Happy Trails: Zach Adkins
(Photo: Playbill) By Moira Armstrong, Jordan Nash-Boulden, and Erin Milner In March of 2018, a new Dmitry began his run in Broadway’s Anastasia. He had big shoes to fill, taking over the lead from Derek Klena, a Broadway veteran who had originated the role — but he was certainly up to the task, and quickly became a fan favorite and a fixture in the Anastasia family. This is, of course, Zach Adkins. Having previously showcased a multitude of talents as part of the Anastasia ensemble and, prior to that, as Charlie Price in the national tour of Kinky Boots, Adkins … Continue reading Happy Trails: Zach Adkins
Curtain Call: November 2018 Issue
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A Sweet Stop: Waitress Tour Visits Tempe, Arizona
(Photo: Broadway.com) By Jordan Nash-Boulden The first national tour of Waitress rolled into Tempe, Arizona this past week, October 2nd through 7th, and audiences were treated to some truly sweet performances by an incredibly talented cast. The plot of Waitress centers on small-town diner waitress and expert pie-baker Jenna—portrayed brilliantly on the stage by Christine Dwyer, who, on opening night, was still in the midst of her first full week in the role. So far, she has certainly taken the spotlight in stride and made it her own: Jenna’s character was expressive, relatable, and grounded in her humanity in a … Continue reading A Sweet Stop: Waitress Tour Visits Tempe, Arizona
Interview: Kylie Westerbeck shares her thoughts about Peg!
(Photo: @kyliewesterbeck on Instagram) By Gavin Dorval The Philadelphia FringeArts Festival is a place for contemporary art and performances, featuring independently curated and produced works of dance, theatre, and music. The festival is meant to bring together audiences and artists, which is exactly what Peg! does. Kylie Westerbeck’s Peg! follows the story of Peg! (she wrote the exclamation point on her birth certificate) a childish and energetic girl from Minnesota who wears hot pink clothes and puts glitter in her eyebrows. Peg! loves 80s music, PB&J sandwiches, and Costco—specifically the cute guy who works there, Fransisco. Starting with a warmup … Continue reading Interview: Kylie Westerbeck shares her thoughts about Peg!
You Can Sit With Us on “Mean Girls Day”
(Photo: Onstage) By Jordan Nash-Boulden “On October 3rd, he asked me what day it was.” “It’s October 3rd.” “On Wednesdays we wear pink.” October 3rd—better known as “Mean Girls Day” by avid fans of the film—has been a cause for celebration since the release of the Tina Fey-written masterpiece in 2004. But this particular occurrence of the holiday features a calendar alignment that’s happened only twice since the crew of North Shore High first hit cinema screens 14 years ago—it falls on a “pink” Wednesday. Backed by two iconic lines from the film and marking the first October 3rd that … Continue reading You Can Sit With Us on “Mean Girls Day”
Curtain Call: October 2018 Issue
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What’s Inside: Nicolette Robinson Stars as Jenna in Broadway’s Waitress
(Photo: Broadway Direct) By Jordan Nash-Boulden There’s a new leading lady clocking in at the diner–and she’s making history eight times a week. Television and off-Broadway veteran Nicolette Robinson took over the title role of Jenna–and the powder-blue apron to match–in the Sara Bareilles musical Waitress on September 4th. When it was announced that she would become the latest in a string of limited-engagement castings for the show, fans everywhere took notice and took to social media to express their support for the newest member of the company. Robinson seemed poised to step into the role and make it her … Continue reading What’s Inside: Nicolette Robinson Stars as Jenna in Broadway’s Waitress
Head Over Heels: a Revolution Disguised as a Comedy
(Photo: Variety.com) By Moira Armstrong There’s a revolution brewing onstage at the Hudson Theatre – but you’d never know it from the production photos. Head Over Heels has all the markings of a classic Broadway musical: comedy-period costumes, bright sets illuminated with flashy lighting, and upbeat jukebox numbers with fun choreography. It follows three simultaneous and hilarious plots: the princesses Philoclea and Pamela’s searches for love, King Basilius and Queen Gynecia’s marriage, and the oracle Pythio’s doomsday prophecy about the kingdom of Arcadia. However, behind the glitter and glitz lies an important message of acceptance and unrivaled representation. Theatre has … Continue reading Head Over Heels: a Revolution Disguised as a Comedy
