Star Tribune - Recommended

"...Still, the two-hour, no-intermission Ordway production has assembled a capable, good-looking cast of newbies and veterans to tell the story, which builds up inexorable energy like a locomotive."
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How Was The Show - Recommended

"...Overall, it was a mostly entertaining evening at the theater. The music, by Marvin Hamlisch, is catchy and iconic, the lyrics, by Edward Kleban, are interesting and revealing, and the structure still feels original. That being said, the show wasn’t void of missed notes or lackluster blocking, in both cases amplified by the huge space and simple set. The Ordway’s production can’t quite hit the marks this demanding show requires, but it’s nice to see a locally produced production of the iconic musical anyway."
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Aisle Say Twin Cities - Somewhat Recommended

"...This is the second 1970s musical reprise I’ve seen in a year (Pippin at the Orpheum Theater) and I can’t help thinking that they seem dated and in need of a fresh, innovative eye. I love the idea of paying tribute to classic Broadway musicals, but wonder if considered editing, staging and re-orchestration might make them more accessible to new audiences. The audience in attendance disagreed with me, applauding the well-loved songs and cheering for the characters as they would long lost friends."
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