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And the Curtain Rises : A World Premiere Musical from Signature Theatre

Signature Theatre (4200 Cambell Avenue Arlington, VA 22206)
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World premiere musical comedy And the Curtain Rises loosely re-imagines the theatrical bedlam surrounding the creation of the first American musical. Novice producer William Wheatley finds himself hip-deep in drama between the egos, the plotting, the romance and the scandals behind the scenes. Add a fire and a French ballet troupe and the mayhem rises to hilarious heights. This affectionate portrayal of the controlled chaos that is theater is filled with memorable characters, melodies, and laughter.

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The last date listed for And the Curtain Rises was Sunday April 10, 2011 / 7:00pm.

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With the exception of a couple of songs and fine orchestra playing, the musical wasn't very good. The leading lady sang flat, the ballet sequences were not very good but having a gigantic girl among the other small dancers was visually jarring, almost ridiculous. Most of the singing was pretty good though (except for the leading lady).
Written on Apr 12 2011

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We left at half time. I felt bad for the actors (who were good) who had to deal with such a bad script and horrible music. Set design was lovely.
Written on Apr 11 2011

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More Information About And the Curtain Rises

Website

http://www.signature-theatre.org/and-the-curtain-rises.htm

Quotes & Highlights

  • Listen to a podcast with director Kristin Hanggi.

Description

Set in 1866, this classic backstage tale follows novice producer William Wheatley as he finds his production in shambles: bruised egos, secret plots, romance, some skimpy costumes, an uncompromising author, and a cast on the verge of revolt. All is complicated when a French ballet troupe is forced to seek refuge in his theatre after a fire erupts in an adjacent theatre. Rather than throw in the towel and count his losses, Wheatley decides to take control and turn lemons into lemonade. Filled with outrageous characters and rich melodies, and reveling in the chaos and camaraderie of the theatre, And the Curtain Rises is a lovely valentine to an unique American art form.

About the Ticket Supplier: Signature Theatre

Signature Theatre is a Tony Award(r)-winning, non-profit professional theater company with a mission to produce contemporary musicals and plays, reinvent classic musicals, develop new work, and reach its community through engaging educational and outreach opportunities.