On the Side of the Angels: NKU’s “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde”
You cringe as Schutzman smirks and taunts Jekyll, but then feel for him…It is an impressive feat to balance those elements and I think I
October 29, 2022
You cringe as Schutzman smirks and taunts Jekyll, but then feel for him…It is an impressive feat to balance those elements and I think I
This particular version of the narrative has nearly every actor onstage playing multiple characters including several who play the odious Hyde.
A thought provoking, yet disturbing presentation of passion and control. “Angel’s Trumpet” is recommended for anyone who needs a reminder that women ‘count.’
The large ensemble cast is tireless and energetic, moving from dance number to dance number, the show is understandably athletic and enthralling.
By the last song before curtain, “Simply The Best,” the audience is itching to stand. The singing, the band, the lights, costumes, the dancing all
If you love zombies, blood, and horror with social commentary then this is the play for you.
Sister Act is 2 hours and 15 minutes long with a 15 minute intermission. The first half goes by so fast, you are surprised that
Director and choreographer Diane Lala milks every ounce of humor out of the zesty book and score, leaning into the over-the-topness the show requires. The
Ms. Brott’s grasp of Prospera’s character arc and her incredible delivery of the dialogue is nothing short of perfection. In fact, her subtleties are so wonderful that she both stands out as a talent, but knows how to blend in to the ensemble.
Overall
Cincinnati Shakespeare Company’s The Tempest is 100% worth the ticket price–and an ideal introduction to the magic of Shakespeare.
It is not hard to see that Ms. Vogel’s heart is clearly poured into every single word which started on a humble set of pages before being spoken by a rock solid cast and felt by a willing audience.
