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Broadway Makes New York Sing
The problem
with Broadway is that there are so many wonderful shows to see and such limited
time (for most of us) in which to see them. I don't even believe those who live
in
Musicals
It is
important to remember that all shows are not available at all times. Check to
see if the show you wish to see will be playing during your visit before
getting your hopes up. On to the musicals, which are, by the way, my favorite
types of Broadway entertainment.
Comedies
Broadway is well known for thumbing its nose at conventions as well as for letting its hair down and having a good ole time. The same holds true for the Broadway theatre of today. Comedies and musicals on Broadway are not mutually exclusive so some of the hilarity mentioned below will have some degree of song and dance (well most likely quite a bit of both but you will definitely laugh).
Let the comedies begin! I Love You, You Perfect, Now Change (seriously, that's the name we're already off to a great start on the road to laughter). Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead (I think someone's been peeking in my kid's windows at night one is actually off Broadway but I thought it bore mentioning with such a catchy title and all). Spamalot.
This one is a rising star
with rave reviews by critics and a fairly good attendance rate so buy your
tickets early! The Producers, which was recently made as a motion picture and
The Little Dog Laughed round up my list of comedies. I hope you've seen
something here that looks like a good laugh; I know I've seen a few!
Drama
While many people think of the happy-go-lucky song and dance that is often associated with Broadway there is a deep dramatic flare to the offerings as well. Particularly some of the musicals that carry with them profound messages about music, life, and love these wonderful icons of Broadway are the following: Rent- a very La Boheme meets modern life musical that is probably one of the best Broadway musicals I've ever seen and I'm a huge fan of Phantom.
Les Miserables is another Broadway drama that really needs no introduction, Grey Gardens is perfect for anyone who fears becoming a cat lady or spinster, A Chorus Line, Chicago, The Color Purple, Phantom of the Opera (my personal favorite), and The Vertical Hour (this is a new one let's hope it lasts).
There are a few family-friendly musicals and plays that bear mentioning among them are the following: Wicked, The Phantom of the Opera (maybe a little frightening for younger children during certain scenes), Tarzan, The Lion King, Mary Poppins, Momma Mia!, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, and Beauty and the Beast. You know your child best and what will or will not be frightening for them or possibly lead to uncomfortable questions for you, view most Broadway plays with that in mind.
Broadway is
a great way to really enjoy what
