I neglected to mention that i saw Gypsy at Civic this weekend. I was pleasantly surprised by the show. I was expecting another empty, silly musical but found a bit more.
The performances were all very good. I was familiar with nearly all the songs but had never heard them in the correct context of the show. All the technical stuff seemed really tight as well. Act one is a bit long but things really pick up in act two. I believe the whole production was around 2.5 hours.
I also got the sense that the show was trying to say something. It examined the delicate balance between a parent and her children. It also explored the fine line between following your dreams and becoming obsessed with a fantasy. I thought it actually gave me something to think about. However, let me warn you that if i was able to pick up on this, the message probably isn't so subtle because normally this stuff goes over my head.
I thought i was going to get through this show without stepping backstage, but i was wrong. Mary Jo asked if i could fill some holes in the fly rail schedule and, since i'm on spring break this week, i could help out. I'll be down at the theater this Wednesday - Friday. If i remember correctly, there were a lot of flies going in and out so i should keep pretty busy.
If you would like to see the show, it runs though March 19. I recommend you do.
Posted by Matthew at March 7, 2005 10:29 PMwhoot! it was fun having you there. Thanks a lot for your help, Matthew. YOU Rock and stuff.
Posted by: Amie at March 13, 2005 06:54 PM