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Jenna Russell With Seth Rudetsky, Leicester Square Theatre

Posted on February 4, 2019 by mkmswain

West End favourite Jenna Russell made a surprisingly belated solo concert debut at Leicester Square Theatre, but, judging by this entirely winning performance, she’s a natural. Read my full BroadwayWorld review here

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An Intimate Evening with Kristin Chenoweth, London Palladium

Posted on October 21, 2017 by mkmswain

The words “an intimate evening with” may seem at odds with the cavernous Palladium. But leave it to the pint-sized Broadway legend with the huge voice to work her magic on the space. Somehow, with just a mic and a … Continue reading →

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Ready for his close-up

Posted on December 7, 2014 by mkmswain

Legendary movie musicals director? You’re thinking Vincente Minnelli, Stanley Donen, Gene Kelly – not Charles Walters. But, as Brent Phillips argues cogently in his illuminating new book, that exclusion is simply unjust. Charles “Chuck” Walters’ work has certainly left an … Continue reading →

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Sing when you’re winning

Posted on September 6, 2013 by mkmswain

If the thought of 60 numbers from the world of musical theatre makes you raise your jazz hands in the air and grapevine over to the nearest box office, you’ll find this jam-packed show is a little piece of musical-geek … Continue reading →

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