I've written before in this space about the crucial importance of live music to the musical-theater experience. Nothing is more disappointing than a show played to tape — such as the recent production of "End of the Rainbow" at the Milwaukee Repertory Theater, or most of Emerald City Theatre Company's shows at the Broadway Playhouse. (I always argue live music actually is more important in kids' shows.) Whateve…
SOURCE: Chicago Tribune at 12:17PM on February 20, 2014