Theater
The best circus captivates with a little taste of Mexico
By Jenny Alvarez
Photos : Alfonso De Elias
Cirque du Soleil’s Luzia unveils a Mexican dreamscape. Luzia takes you to an imaginary Mexico, like in a waking dream, where light quenches the spirit and rain soothes the soul. Read more
Brandy Norwood sets to make her Broadway debut
By GTVW Staff
Photos Agency
The Broadway company of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicagowill welcome Grammy Award-winner Brandy Norwood making her Broadway debut in the role of Roxie Hart beginning Tuesday, April 28, 2015. She will play an 8-week limited engagement at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St., NYC) through Sunday, June 21, 2015.
A Grammy award-winning singer, songwriter and actress, Brandy Norwood has sold more than 40 million albums worldwide. She first stole our hearts with her multi-platinum self-titled debut album featuring the hit single “IWanna Be Down.” Her record “The Boy Is Mine” is the longest running number-one song and best-selling duet of all time. As an actress, Brandy has starred in her own sitcom, “Moesha,” and made history in Disney’s television film Cinderella as its first black princess, starring alongside her icon Whitney Houston. She recently received a 2014 NAACP Image.
Chicago currently stars Grammy Award winner Jennifer Nettles as Roxie Hart and Carly Hughesas Velma Kelly through Sunday, March 29 only. Beginning Monday, March 30, Emmy Award nominee Paige Davis begins a 4-week engagement as Roxie Hart (through Monday, April 27) and international stage sensation Amra-Faye Wright returns to the company as Velma Kelly (through Sunday, July 26). Chicago also currently stars Tony Award nominee John Dossett as Billy Flynn,Raymond Bokhour as Amos Hart, NaTasha Yvette Williams as Matron “Mama” Morton and R. Lowe as Mary Sunshine.
Young performers and celebrity guests step onto the stage of the Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills
Bianca García
Invited Writer
Photos and video by Alfonso De Elías
“Ease On Down The Road” is a musical adapted from the classic film “The Wizard of Oz” and was with great success at the Saban Theater in Beverly Hills. The cast also includes a troop of cute, extravagantly costumed local kids who trot onstage as Munchkins.Some students were from Celerity Charter Schools and Orion International Academy. The blend of old-fashioned, classic storytelling was amazing despite some children were a bit off by routine in some steps; especially portraying the Munchkins, wind dancers and poppy fields.
Celebrity guest Actress, Adriana Fonseca had a great performance even English is not her first language, she broke-through performance. Adriana portrayed an outgoing sexy witch named “Miss Numero Uno. “(Miss. Number one) and the crowed loved her performance.
Television Actor, Dorien Wilson played the powerful Wiz or as Mis numero uno called him “El Jefe.” In fact, Dorien has a well based background in theatre and his performance was outstanding.
This production experienced some opening night glitches, but on the whole, the show accomplishes what it sets out to achieve – it’s a thoroughly pleasant tribute to a film that has became a beloved, cultural icon. You don’t mess with a classic in this context, you pass it on with love. Great performance by Caleigh Torrocha who played Dorothy. Another artist who dazzled the audience for her amazing vocals by recording was Peggi Blu. Definetely, this play for some pre-schoolers could be frightened and surprising for the quality of the actors.
Photos Cast:
– Caleigh Torrocha (Dorothy )
– Christopher Guzman
-Vickiyn Reynolds
– Peggi Blu
– Dorien Wilson –
-Adriana Fonseca
Darren Criss will surprise with a pair of heeled shoes
By GTVW staff
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Darren Criss will be play one of his best roles on Broadway with HEDWIG. “Glee” star will step into the title role’s high heels April 29, taking over from co-creator John Cameron Mitchell. According to some sources, this great actor will part of the show is about an East German transsexual seeking love and stardom backed by a retro glam-rock band.
LA welcomes Disney On Ice presenting Rockin’ Ever After
By Jenny Alvarez
Photos by Javier Verges
With a fabulous production that comes to the Southland. A cast of world-class skaters brings your favorite moments from Disney•Pixar’s BRAVE, Tangled, The Little Mermaid and Beauty and the Beast to life in a musical showcase that features the hottest tunes and talent from across the kingdom.
Jam to a Scottish jig as a group of royal contenders from the Academy Award-winning Disney•Pixar film, BRAVE, competes to win the heart of adventurous, sharp-shooting Merida, making her on-ice debut!
Experience a show-stopping performance as Sebastian breaks out of his shell for one night only to make waves with Ariel. A chorus of harmless hooligans from Tangled unleashes musical mayhem when they get a visit from the sassy and spirited Rapunzel and her charming ally Flynn. And, get your feet moving as the Beast and his castle’s enchanted entourage take center stage in a spectacular show for Belle.
This show was absolutely fabulous with professional production and amazing skaters who did a great job with their talent. The costumes were gorgeous and the actors were top notch. Disney fans of all ages will enjoy but particularly elementary aged girls. The story lines are heavy on the princesses and bring the necklines up a few inches on the costumes and the quality of sound and wardrobe was awesome. Definitely recommend seeing this show from December 11th to 15th at Staples Center of Los Angeles, CA.
