maybe ally...sees “TEETH”.
I had an absolute blast watching the wildly entertaining show, TEETH at New World Stages. At first, I was somewhat puzzled by the ponchos provided for the front-row attendees, but I quickly realized it was all part of the playful fun, as it turned out to be a splash zone!
maybe ally...sees “Romeo + Juliet”.
The kids are gonna be alright. That’s literally what I said as I put on my coat and walked out after this fantastic show finished. I am 37 years old, and watching the incredible artists of tomorrow up on that stage made me feel something profound.
maybe ally...sees “Maybe Happy Ending”.
There are so many things to say about this exceptional show. I was so lucky to get the chance to see it during previews. As I sat and watched the story progress, I found myself thinking about my relationship with not only technology but also other people and how it intertwines more than I think.
maybe ally...sees “Sunset Boulevard”.
It was a visual feast for the eyes at the same time. Everything is uniform, and everything is monochrome in a sense. I loved it. It felt as if I were watching a film come to life before my eyes. It was beautifully done. It was so stripped down that you are forced to focus on the details in the performances—how it should be, I say.
maybe ally...sees “McNeal”.
McNeal takes the Oscar winner to some borrowing places and into ideas we are all figuring out in real time. A.I. is a touchy subject for most. The moralities behind it are called into question every day. It was very intriguing to see how the usage of A.I. was woven into this bleak story. McNeal is a man on borrowed time.
maybe ally...sees “Vladimir”.
I had the incredible opportunity to see “Vladimir” this weekend, and I was blown away by how thought-provoking and significant this production is about the times we live in. The play boldly navigates the fine line between action and reaction, reminding us how easily history can repeat itself.
Tips for Exploring Broadway.
The bright lights of Broadway! New York City's theater district is a must-visit destination for any theater enthusiast. Here are some tips for exploring Broadway Theatre in New York!
maybe ally...sees “Someone Spectacular".
It is a simple concept that dives into grief, hope, faith & pain. What happens when six people go to grief counseling and their grief counselor doesn't show up? It seems so simple. Take a vote. They end up starting without their counselor but then with no one to facilitate properly, the class gets deeper than expected. It’s funny & thought-provoking.
maybe ally...sees "Once Upon A Mattress”.
“This is so fun!” I kept repeating to myself as I sat in the Dress Circle at the Hudson Theatre to see this lively show. I missed my shot at NYCC Encores! and when I found out it would be transferring to Broadway I grabbed a ticket as soon as I could.
maybe ally...sees "JOB”.
It took me an entire week to figure out what I wanted to say here. I kept hearing about JOB as far back as May when I found out it would transfer to Broadway. In conversation with a few friends who’ve seen it, they would say little more than it’s about a woman in tech on the verge of a mental breakdown.
maybe ally...sees "Empire”.
What I found interesting was the history I admittedly didn't know especially about the Mohawk who were prominent in the construction of this building. They were famed for their skywalking which helped get the building sky-high faster. Its a nice history lesson. I enjoyed that a lot as a person who loves to dig into history once she learns something new.
maybe ally...sees "The Heart of Rock and Roll”.
I always get a little sad talking about a show that closed (way too early I may add). I still wanted to share all the fun I had when I got to see it. I keep coming back to that word — fun. What is it about spaces that seem so stiff about fun? I loved this show. I loved its high energy and with a soundtrack full of Huey Lewis & the News…it was just so fun. We've gotta learn to have some more fun.
maybe ally...sees "Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club”.
It took me a while to get to this show! But I'm so happy I did. Wow. That's the word I kept saying over and over. If you're a person who loves immersion you're going to love it in here. The August Wilson Theatre is completely transformed. The work done to turn it into The Kit Kat Club is nothing short of extraordinary.
maybe ally...sees "Hell’s Kitchen”.
Wow. What a captivating, energizing & fun piece of theatre. From the mind of Alicia Keys comes the semi-autobiographical story of a girl named Ali. A 17-year-old girl on the verge of discovering her dreams & what her life could be. I loved this one. It brought me back to life in the ’90s and early 2000s instead of a piano gave me a pen and paper and it's almost the same.
maybe ally...sees "The Notebook”.
I’ll start with the obvious. Bring Tissues, Joy Woods is a star (you're listening to her sing while reading this btw!!) & Maryann Plunkett deserves the world — but we already knew that. Dorian Harewood is mesmerizing & Ingrid Michaelsons music & lyrics are beautiful and deserve much more recognition.
maybe ally...sees "Water for Elephants”.
Get to the circus I say! What a beautiful show. What wonderful performances. What amazing set designs. I could go on and on but I'll stick to one thing:
See this show and be impressed by all the acrobatics, a faithful retelling of a beloved story, and the cutest elephant you'll see on stage.
maybe ally...sees "Illinoise”.
2005 was an interesting year for me. I graduated high school and went on to college. It was a pretty transformative year. 2005 was also the year Sufjan Stevens released what is maybe one of the most exceptional pieces of work I've ever listened to in “Illinoise”. That was in the summer. By the end of that year that album was on repeat between myself and few friends I made in school. It didn't just help me get through dark times. It helped us all.
maybe ally...sees "Lempicka”.
My heavens. What a party. The dazzle! The spectacle! The clothes! If anyone knows me well they know the 20’s & the 30’s have some of my favorite clothing styles of any fashion era. Those flapper girls I tell ya! On a whim, I entered the lottery for this one and won! After a slight hiccup, the hubs was kind enough to come with as he was curious about how such a story would be put to stage.
maybe ally...sees "The Great Gatsby”.
My heavens. What a party. The dazzle! The spectacle! The clothes! If anyone knows me well they know the 20’s & the 30’s have some of my favorite clothing styles of any fashion era. Those flapper girls I tell ya! On a whim, I entered the lottery for this one and won! After a slight hiccup, the hubs was kind enough to come with as he was curious about how such a story would be put to stage.
maybe ally...sees "SUFFS”.
Do I start with one of the greatest songs ice ever heard in “G.A.B.”? Or do I start with the powerhouse that is Shaina Taub? Do I talk about Nikki M. James who steals the show as Ida B. Wells? I genuinely don't know where to begin because all of it was wonderful, meaningful, heartbreaking & timely.