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42nd Street

I had the opportunity to attend the Venice Theater production of the musical 42nd Street this past Sunday afternoon. Based on a film musical from the 1930's, it opened as a play on Broadway in 1980 and went on to run for nearly 3500 performances, It received two Tony Awards -- Best Musical and Best Choreography. A Broadway revival in 2001 ran for almost 1500 performances.

For me, the recognizable songs were: "We're in the Money," "You're Getting to Be a Habit With Me," and "Lullaby On Broadway." My favorite, though, was "About a Quarter to Nine."

I thoroughly enjoyed the show. The drop down sets were spectacular and the dancing was amazing. I think everyone left the theater with a smile and tapping feet. What more can one ask for on a rainy Sunday afternoon?

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  1. TomMarch 20, 2019 at 9:56 AM

    We saw it at the Bucks County Playhouse last fall ... fantastic show!

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  2. gigihawaiiMarch 20, 2019 at 12:14 PM

    David's brother and sister in law saw it in London last year and enjoyed it. I would love to see it, too.

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  3. TaborMarch 20, 2019 at 2:44 PM

    I do love the rare live theater I get a chance to attend!

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  4. BarbaraMarch 20, 2019 at 5:51 PM

    Sounds wonderful. A little culture can be such a long-lasting pick me up.

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  5. joehMarch 20, 2019 at 6:41 PM

    I'll see your 42nd Street, and raise you "My Fair Lady." post to follow.

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  6. Linda ReederMarch 20, 2019 at 8:10 PM

    It sounds delightful. We haven't attended lie theater for a long time. Maybe we should.

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  7. Tanza ErlambangMarch 22, 2019 at 2:03 PM

    wonderful...
    have a great day

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