An “Our Town” for Our Time
8220 Eli Lucas as George Gibbs and Julianna Weis Palacios as Emily
Webb are strong 8230 Their version of a balcony scene played
8220 Eli Lucas as George Gibbs and Julianna Weis Palacios as Emily
Webb are strong 8230 Their version of a balcony scene played
Beautiful has a lot of heart at its core, it showcases themes of perseverance, agency, and the importance of standing in your truth.
Sidney Higgins leads the cast with a pitch perfect portrayal of King by showcasing a surprising vocal vulnerability that draws audiences in and keeps them wanting more. This is no small feat given the role requires almost constant signing for two and a half hours.
It is quite amazing to watch the actors work the puppets’ mouth and sometimes also their eyes while having them say their lines. It is mesmerizing to see the wildly different types of puppets.