Steve and I just got back from seeing
Cinderella at Playhouse Square. I was really expecting to dislike it. I don't have a very good history with Rodgers and Hammerstein musicals. Steve and I actually met because of mutual rejection of a famous production. This new production is absolutely delightful! It takes the classic music from the 1960s production and combines it with a new book that gives the work a wonderful depth.
I grew up watching the original television musical. The new book makes it extremely accessible and endows it with snarky wit. There is an addition of a new character and a subplot. It really reflects today's cultural paradigm.
The quick costume changes truly seem magical. There are three of them to look out for. I recommend binoculars if you are seated in the balcony. I could easily watch this show again.
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