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Diamond sparkles in thoughtful, energetic jukebox musical at The Bushnell (Review)
HARTFORD — If you like those biographical jukebox musicals, like “Jersey Boys” (Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons), and “Beautiful” (Carole King), you’re going to love “A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical.” The sold-out crowd on opening night went wildly enthusiastic, swaying, clapping, and singing along in places. They applauded Nick Fradiani, the Neil Diamond of “then,” who gives one of the most stunning performances, looking, singing and posturing like the Neil Diamond we know from concerts and TV. He was absolutely extraordinary. Michael Mayer’s fast-paced direction, Steven Hoggett’s energetic Vegas-style choreography, and an appropriately gaudy production with David Rockwell’s sets, Emilio Sosa’s glitzy costumes, Kevin Adams’ splashy lighting design, and Jessica Paz’s balanced sound are a delight.
Connecticut Voters Guide: State House District 51: Stewart vs. Waldron: What they have to say
The Nov. 5 presidential election will also include races for both houses of the Connecticut General Assembly. Voters in Connecticut are permitted to participate in early voting, but are restricted in the reasons they can vote by absentee ballot. The 51st Connecticut State House district includes the communities of Killingly, Putnam, and Thompson. The 2024...
‘Night Fall’ transitions into a community jam in Hartford as new leaders take the reins
The annual outdoor performance spectacle “Night Fall” has lost one of its guiding lights. The giant celestial Solstice Puppet that has been a regular feature of the community-based performance, as well as other puppets and pageantry designed by artist Anne Cubberly, are being retired. Cubberly stepped down over a year ago as the artistic director and main director of “Night Fall,” though she ...
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