Monday, May 25, 2015

Broadway 'Crazy' star now directing musical for MTW BY BOB CURTRIGHT

Director James Brennan admits he feels a bit torn about directing the Gershwin-flavored musical "Crazy for You" rather than starring in it for Music Theatre of Wichita.

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

MTW's 'Millie' thoroughly entertaining BY BOB CURTRIGHT

The season finale will leave audiences buzzing, humming and smiling all the way home.

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

TO BROADWAY AND BACK BY BUD NORMAN

Music Theatre of Wichita has sent performers on to Broadway and lured some back for the new season.
With quotes from Matt Bogart on his upcoming role in OKLAHOMA!

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

'Good News!' opens MTW season BY BUD NORMAN

The current production stars Broadway veterans Hal Davis and Linda Michele as a coach and professor, and the younger players include Julie Hanson, who will head from Wichita shortly after closing to make her Broadway debut in "The Phantom of the Opera."
Thanks to Wayne for the links!

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

'Annie Get Your Gun' at Music Theatre BY BUD NORMAN

The production continues its run this weekend at Century II.
With Garrett Long.
Thanks to Gayle for the link!

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

What a beautiful 'Oklahoma!' BY BUD NORMAN

Music Theatre of Wichita's exuberant production of the Rodgers & Hammerstein classic continues this weekend.
With Matt Bogart and Jessica Boevers.
Thanks to Wayne Bryan for the link.

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

'Chicago' is smart and sexy BY BUD NORMAN

The Music Theatre of Wichita production continues with performances this weekend.
With Nancy Lemenager and Patrick Quinn.
Thanks to Wayne Bryan for the link!

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

Review: 'MY FAIR LADY' BY BOB CURTRIGHT

A younger Professor Higgins offers intriguing possibilities.

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

'The Little Mermaid' will cap MTW's 40th by BOB CURTRIGHT

The season will feature four premieres out of five shows.

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

Mystery 'Curtains' will end MTW's 39th season By BOB CURTRIGHT

Composer John Kander says he had no idea what to do with himself when Ebb died in 2004.

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

'White Christmas' is full of color BY BOB CURTRIGHT

The dazzling MTW musical is set to the music of Irving Berlin.

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

Kick up your heels with 'Crazy' By BOB CURTRIGHT

The Gershwin-flavored musical is a riot of dancing.

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

'Les Miserables' a stirring finale to MTW's season BY BOB CURTRIGHT

Performers, orchestra contribute to making this musical one of Music Theatre's finest.

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

Ring up the curtains BY BOB CURTRIGHT

Music Theatre of Wichita begins its 38th season with "The Producers."

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

'Mattress' still comfortable BY DIANE LEWIS

MTW's production of the theater staple is funny and tuneful.

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

Chemistry a plus for 'Producers' stars BY BOB CURTRIGHT

Wichita production will be the third time Michael Kostroff and Larry Raben have worked together.

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

Robu rises to Rose By BOB CURTRIGHT

Local actress Karen Robu lands the lead role in MTW's "Gypsy."

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

'Oklahoma!' comes a-sweepin' down the plain BY BUD NORMAN

Music Theatre of Wichita revives an American classic.
With quotes from Matt Bogart and Jessica Boevers.
Thanks to Wayne Bryan for the link.

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

Gypsy Rose Lee's Wichita debut: Just a tease? By BOB CURTRIGHT

The son of Gypsy Rose Lee bring memories of his mom to the Orpheum.

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

Wicked Witch flies off with 'Wizard' BY BOB CURTRIGHT

Music Theatre's production of "Oz" has a few opening-night bobbles, but the old magic is there.

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

Adding life to 'Me and My Girl' BY BUD NORMAN

Music Theatre of Wichita's lively production overcomes the dated material.

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

'Seussical' whimsical and magical BY DIANE LEWIS

Music Theatre of Wichita presents its fourth production of the summer.

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

Music Theatre's 'Phantom' powerful BY DIANE LEWIS

Sets and costumes are lovely, but it's the cast performances that make the show soar.

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

Life through song in 'Smokey' BY BOB CURTRIGHT

There's no plot, no dialogue, no specific characters to "Smokey Joe's Cafe," the second offering of the summer by Music Theatre of Wichita.

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

'Kate' revives period piece By BOB CURTRIGHT

The show-within-a-show turns into a high-camp treat.

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

Review: 'BIG RIVER' BY BOB CURTRIGHT

Beautiful singing, broad comedy and evocative sets mark the Music Theatre production.

SOURCE: Kansas.com at 05:58PM

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Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards