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The Who’s Tommy

This musical was spectacular with surround sound reminiscent of an outdoor concert. The big question is “will this be a hit?” It is very different from original musical which was all about pinball. The new musical 🎶 is about how Tommy became deaf, dumb & blind. I was stuck by the lack of color especially of the pinball machines, costumes & staging. Having seen the original , I really enjoyed the new one, especially the story of Tommy . The staging, lighting, costumes & sound are mesmerizing, I am looking forward to see how this production will fare with the young theatre lovers. I have to admit I missed all the color . This production is a must see but you must go without expectations from the original. When I rated it on Show Score/Today Tix I gave it 100 cause I went with no expectations. The 🎵 singing , costumes, Staging & dancing will Wow you

I will look forward to hearing your opinions when you see the show

Magnets are $11.00 & there was a gold one for $30.00. The swag was enticing; great clothing & vinyl records.

Great restaurants on block. Garvey’s Irish ☘️ Pub, next to theatre with quick personable staff. Food delish

Printers Alley, 215 W.40th St, midway on block. Rustic industrial bar with great menu. The main bar is long & wooden .Personable staff.

Fotografiska

This is an interesting & contemporary museum of photography located at Park Ave South & 23rd Street. We took the Lexington Ave bus . I have switched to taking the bus because of the heinous subway crimes plus I feel like a vacationer taking in all the sites. The museum gives Seniors discount & early arrival so paid just $10.00

The venue is 6 floor but with a crazy system. Take the gorgeous flowered elevator to 5th floor & then walk to 6th & work your way down. The exhibition we saw the Futuristic Ancestry. It was kool with blobs of colorful visions & movies. One show sounded like a powerful orgasm. The room I felt relaxed in was a floor that depicted a lake with fish, mold on rocks & visions on the wall. Your became lost & serene because you are “encountering yourself in nature

The other part of the exhibit was all about rock. Pictures of David Bowie plus photos of many stars. This was fascinating and we delighted in naming them .

Fotografiska is a branch of the Swedish Photography Museum . While it is small there is a lot to offer: the Chapel bar next to gift shop with interesting gifts, a snowball that say FU 😹😹😹, workstations & lite foods, We enjoyed our visit & the exhibition

The bathrooms are state of the art The hand dryer is part of the faucet. Very clever. Of course took us awhile to figure it out. Make sure to visit 🚰🚰

We did not eat at museum but walked East on 23rd & found an Irish ☘️ Bar, the globe with a lunch special: hamburger with everything including fries 🍟 & mug of beer 🍺 The food was delicious & filled our bellies. After lunch I order a pint 🍺 & she a coffee. The bartender tells her “this is a bar, we don’t serve coffee but you can get it at the delie Nextdoor. We laughed so hard because he was serious. Only in New York kids, only one in New York😹😹😹😹

Circus of Lost Souls

If you want to join the circus 🎪 of lost soul traveling the USA backroads , you will have a ton of fun . The troupe , IRTE, an improvisational play of a dark comedy inspired by Something Wicked. A great show with audience participation. The show is at the Producer’s Club. Walk up a steep staircase to enter venue. There are interactive games, comedy, shenanigans & hilarity. The 3-headed Genius is hilarious. The props are from the dollar store. Every act that is performed is on audience suggestion I was part of the puppet show. My puppet a Tiger wondered what was in his pocket & I said a Condom; my partner followed the theme. I had so much fun & laughs. The show ends March 16. It is a must see. Tickets $20., $25 cash at door.

The cast of John Munnelly, Tania Zhelieznikova, Nannette Deasy, Robert Baumgardner,Evie Aaron son, Sam Katz, Vikki Martin, Annie Sage Whitehurst provide a top notch performance that will have you smiling & laughing when you exit.

Improvisational Theatre is really fun. A talented troupe of performers that share the comedy with audiences. It is spontaneous & fun. This show is a must see especially if you have never seen improv theater

Sign of the Times

Do you enjoy the Oldies? Rescue Me, Downtown, The Shoop Shoop Song, You Don’t Own Me, The In Crowd, The Boy from New York City,Rescue Me, Gimme Some Lovin, I Know a Place Do these songs get you smiling & tapping your toe . Well, rush out to get tickets for the Off Broadway show A Sign of the Times. 1965, Ohio is sending their boys to fight for their country in Viet Nam, woman are rising up against male dominance , civil rights. This story is sung with songs from that era. I had such a fun time. The staging & costumes are fantastic. This show has it all to give you a fun & hilarious evening. Crystal Lucas-Perry & Chilina Kennedy knock out their role. This is stuffed with talent including the entire cast. The book by Lindsey Hope Pearlman has great story . There is a band above stage . Run & get tickets now.

Pre-theatre we dined at Barking Dog. Folks are permitted to bring their pets. Located at Worldwide Plaza. Thursday nite 1/2price Margaritas. The food is delicious Manager Lucie. Stop in , you will thank me

Find Your Holy Grail

Monty Python’s Spamalot is a show filled with slapstick, English farce, fun & hilarity. You will feel uplifted &On the Sunny Side of the Street. This show brings the great vibes with an excellent story, hilarious lyrics & awesome talent. The ensemble with is super costumes & dancing compliments the show. The Lady of the Lake, Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer, brings the pizazz!

The show tells King Arthur searches for the Holy Grail. He has many trials to overcome which provide much laughter. One does not have to be a Monty Python fan but somebody who wants to laugh & have fun.

I was so excited to see the show, I pranced in singing 🎶 I’m at Spamalot . My jubilation was contagious. The staff displayed big smiles & engaged with me. They also loved my sweater & pretzel earrings. They enhanced my excitement!

The peeps sitting in front of me were from Wildwood & Eagles fans. At intermission, the gal arose & her Fruit of the Loom undies peeked out. Only in New York kids could one begin to bond over showing your undies. lol. We had a ton of laughs & they trusted me to watch their belongings while they were to buy swag

When you enter the St. James Theatre 🎭 there is a spot to take pics & hold the Holy Grail. I am telling you this show, audiences & staff are ready for a party 🎉 A must see show!!!!

Mini Donuts 🍩

There are a number of lthese bars In Manhattan, I went to the Midtown site. Ideally located for a pre-theater drink if go to Studio 54 theatre. Serving food begins at 3pm. Moderately priced. Food is delicious! I had Mac & Cheese and it warmed me up

Their specialty is homemade Mini Donuts. There was Grisly Pear, apple pie, Oreo cookie, maple bacon, fruity pebbles & cinnamon sugar. Our waitress suggested Cinnamon sugar which was so delicious. The minis come 6 together. We all smacked our lips they were so tasty 😋

Waitstaff friendly & helpful. Cozy bar with interesting pictures on the walls. At nite an open Mike plus standup comedy shows. s

Brandy Alexander

Adapted from the 1962 film this play sizzles with emotional electricity. Kelli O’Hara & Brian D’Arcy James give a riveting performance. Joe introduces Kirsten to her very first drink, a Brandy Alexander. This delicious drink was the catalyst for their lives to spiral out of control. While a story of alcoholism is sad their magnificent performances create a splendid show. The band is on stage. The creative staging enhances seamless scenes. Their singing & dancing are uplifting. The choreography is terrific. The entire cast presents a show not to be missed. It has been extended to July 16th.

The book is well written & synopsized into 90 minutes of profound theatre. Their performances are magnificent.

Our seats were in the rear mezzanine $82 , from Today Tix, and had great view. I would recommend a headset to be able to hear all the beautiful lyrics.

Bravo Adam Guettel for music, lyrics. The book Craig Lucas. Michael Greif Director. Co-Choreography Sergio Trujillo & Karla Puno Garcia. There are so many others to name but when you see the show you will know the rest