Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).
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I have been writing on theater since 1982. A graduate from Manhattan College B.S. A member of Alpha Sigma Lambda, which recognizes excellence in both English and Science. I have produced 14 shows on and off Broadway. I've seen over700 shows
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"Other"
"Other" at the Greenwich House is written and performed by Ari'el Stachel. The Greenwich House is known for some great solo acts... Eddie Izzard, for one was outstanding and extended at Greenwich several times. "Other" too was a very interesting and thought provoking eighty minutes.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).3 months ago in Beat
Limon Dance Company. Animal Farm.
The Limon Dance Company (with a ' over the O) at the Joyce had two performances within an hour and twenty minutes. The first, "The Emperor Jones" was a ballet intertwined with modern dance. The performance was innovative that kept coming at the audience.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).4 months ago in Critique
Waiting for Godot
If you like modern theater, you may very well like this version of "Waiting For Godot" at The Hudson Theatre. Like "A Dolls House" at the same theater, Jamie Lloyd put "Godot" in the modern. Like Ibsen's "Doll House", Lloyd takes Beckett's play and brings it into today's times... no visible tree, only a large cone-like set (Soutra Gilmour). The set to me signify s endless time.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).4 months ago in Critique
Rolling Thunder
Musical documentaries are always fun to watch especially when they are enlightening. "Rolling Thunder" at New World Stages gives us a flavor of not only the Vietnam war, but what America was like before, during and after the war.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).6 months ago in Beat
Paul Young, Wang Chung,John Waite, Rick Springfield
NJPAC in Newark, New Jersey was pretty crowded last evening to watch and witness some formidable artist of yesteryear. Opening the show with Paul Young who wasn't originally on the card for the evening, played four songs concluding with his hit "Everytime You Go Away".
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).7 months ago in Critique
Angry Alan
"Angry Alan" at the Studio Seaview (formerly Tony Keiser Theatre), is a very interesting, modern take on society today. When Roger, (John Krasinski) becomes enthralled with a podcast show host named Angry Alan, he speaks to the audience in a very Homer Gentry, somewhat modern folksy way. He is a man who deals with life's ups and downs in an almost tongue and cheek manner.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).8 months ago in Art
Dead Outlaw
"Dead Outlaw" at Longacre Theatre is a different kind of musical. The band is the center issue here; the stage is at the front and center and the band leader (Jeb Brown) also narrates the performance. The Longacre is made into a country music stage. On a turnstile set (Arnulfo Maldonado) the band is positioned at various points during the show.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).9 months ago in Beat
Floyd Collins.
The early buzz about "Floyd Collins" at The Beaumont, Lincoln Center was luke warm at best. The musical, however, has gained tremendous steam over the last few weeks and it should! With incredible sets, costumes, singing and dancing, "Floyd Collins" is a must see!
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).9 months ago in Beat
Real Woman Have Curves
"Real Woman Have Curves" at The James Earl Jones Theatre has lots and lots of thrills. Set in Boule Heights, East Los Angeles; factory workers seam dresses sometimes twelve hours a day to support their families. Even though you would classify this company as a sweet shop, the ladies get on famously. In the first act this musical can do no wrong... the dancing, singing, choreography flows, and so do the jokes!
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).9 months ago in Beat
