Olney Theatre Center - Historic Stage (Olney, MD)
Step back in time for a visit to Harlem's Golden Age. Celebrating Thomas "Fats" Waller, this high-energy revue brings together five characters to feature thirty of his rowdy, humorous, clever, and infectious songs. This Tony Award-winning Best Musical includes "Honeysuckle Rose," "This Joint is Jumpin'," "Black and Blue," and "I Can't Give You Anything by Love."
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The last date listed for Ain't Misbehavin' was Sunday August 9, 2009 / 1:30pm. (view all dates)
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I thought this show was decent, with good music and acting. The seat arrangement was ideal.
Wonderful evenings entertainment. GREAT musical ability by each person on stage. Of course if you know the music it's even more enjoyable....BUT, if you don't then GO! and learn what a talented person "Fats" was.
Two of the fastest hours spent "Jumpin'"
Earned a 5 star review from us.
I have seen this show before and was disappointed by this presentation. I attended the opening performance and the mikeing was bad, sound dropped in and out during the first half (I left at intermission). All songs as presented sounded alike. Singers were not great although they danced quite well and I did enjoy the dancing. Could not understand half the words. I love the music of Fats Waller and this was a real disappointment. Need a Fats who both sings and plays the piano to pull the illusion off. In this production, the heavy set singer who was supposed to be the Waller character didn't even pretend to sit down at the piano and play. It just didn't come off. Of the five goldstar events that I have seen so far, this was definitely the worst.
Happy, well preformed musical review. Moves along at an enjoyable pace. All seats are good.
Don't walk. . .RUN. . .to Olney to see the exhuberant, polished production of AIN'T MISBEHAVIN! There, you'll find over-the-top Fats Waller music that will have you jumpin', jivin', laughin', and clappin' your hands. A superbly talented cast and creative crew will give you a performance that will have you smiling as you leave the theatre!
We had great seats, right up close, like 3rd row. The singing was incredible; a really enjoyable night!
I thought the music was OK. However the Mrs. didn't care for the music and we ended up leaving early. Seats were excellent. ew
This production is excellent in every way -music fabulous and the performers very professional. I was lucky to get a front row seat as when I arrived, someone had just turned it in. I met the cast after the performance and hope to see a couple of them again. Fabulous dancing, beautiful set. It's Monday night and am still thinking about it. Would love to go again and sit in the same seat. Enjoyed being at the Olney Theatre for the first time. Three cheers for the opportunity to get a discounted price with Goldstar.
It was wonderful, full of pep and energy and Fats Waller! All the performers were perfect in what they did. ONly one comment a little negative, I felt the orchestra, esp the pianist should have been black. and fit with the crowd. This pianist did not look like he was enjoying himself, but just playing the music perfunctorily. I think they should have had a Fats Waller type, By the way, I am not black. However, the performers were so good, they outweighed the lack of enthusiasm from the musicians.
Nice show if you love musicals. I really enjoyed the show. The actors/actresses had great voices. The dance routines were very good as well. I had great seats. Thanks Goldstar!
A fun and livley evening performance.
Only negative was that the theater assigned us absolute backrow seats, when there were several closer empty seats that would have enhanced our enjoyment of the performance. This is not the first time we have received poor seats for a Goldstar event.
Front row seats allowed for good viewing of the five singers in the show. As the synopsis stated there isn't really any storyline. The show contain's a lot of Fats Waller songs and they were all done well. The piano player was awesome.
If you enjoy musical reviews then this is the show for you! Think 1920s and 1930s Harlem Renaissance. Lots of high stepping and dancing which is extremely impressive, but the vocals alone of any one of the 5 talented performers is worth the price of admission. They capture the style of performance of the period magnificently. It is like you are watching an old movie but a lot more lively. There are 33 songs (or parts of songs performed). This may seem like a lot, but under the masterful direction of Devron Young and energetic choreography of Yvette Shipley Perkins the pace is fast and the show is over before you know it. The band under the musical direction of Aaron Broderick was spectacular and worked well on stage with the performers. All the performances were outstanding, but as a huge fan of the late Nell Carter my eye went immediately to Jesaira L. Glover who bears a resemblance to Miss Carter and she played the role originated by Miss Carter. Not only did she measure up, but she completely blew me away. Miss Carter would be proud. Watch for her in the future, she is fantastic! This show is not to be missed! Congratulations to all involved!
Show was great fun. The talent was excellent and the energy high. A delightful theater evening.
Really enjoyed the music! It was an uplifting evening.
Delightful evening. The music and the voices were excellent.
A fun, relaxing time.
Enjoyed it tremendously.
LOTS of fun!
Wonderful, can't praise it enough,
From someone who goes to theater a lot.
The 5 singers in the show were very talented. Although we saw a preview and the formal opening night is not until Saturday, my party and what appeared to be the whole audience thoroughly enjoyed the singing, dancing and acting.
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One of two state theaters of Maryland, Olney Theatre Center is situated on 14 acres in the heart of the beautiful Washington-Baltimore-Frederick "triangle," within easy access of all three cities. The Center offers a diverse array of professional productions year-round that enrich, nurture and challenge a broad range of artists, audiences and students. The center's Historic Stage has been hosti
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Book by Murray Horwitz and Richard Maltby, Jr.; Music by Thomas "Fats" Waller; Lyrics by various writers; Based on an idea by Murray Horwitz and Richard Maltby, Jr.
Directed by Devron Young; Musical directon by Aaron Broderick on the Historic Stag.
Located just north of Washington, D.C. in arts-rich Montgomery County, Maryland, Olney Theatre Center for the Arts offers a diverse array of professional productions year-round that enrich, nurture and challenge a broad range of artists, audiences and students. One of two state theaters of Maryland, OTC is situated on 14 acres in the heart of the beautiful Washington-Baltimore-Frederick "triangle," within easy access of all three cities. An award-winning regional theater, Olney Theatre Center operates under an Actors' Equity Association Council of Stock Theaters (COST) contract, one of only three theaters in the country to operate under such a contract. In addition to its mainstage season, which emphasizes 20th-century American classics, new works, area premieres, reinterpretations of classics and musical theater, OTC offers a wide range of programs and affiliations including: National Players, America's longest running classical touring company (since 1949), which performs for high school and college audiences in over 25 states; Potomac Theatre Project, which offers experimental and alternative plays that explore provocative and challenging human situations, ideas and visions; special school performances of mainstage shows; a free Summer Shakespeare Festival; and post-show discussions.
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