Stormy Weather: Leslie Uggams Stars in Lena Horne Biography
The Pasadena Playhouse (39 S. El Molino Ave. Pasadena, CA 91101)
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The last date listed for Stormy Weather was Sunday March 8, 2009 / 7:00pm.
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174 Goldstar Member Reviews
David L.
I thought Stormy Weather a one woman show about the life of Lena Horne, much as Lena Horne had done at the Pantages in the 1990's. Imagine my surprise when I found that this was a full scale show, with a terrific Leslie Uggams and a wonderful supporting cast.Written on Feb 09 2009
Though I read in one review that they thought the first act was too long, I did not think so at all.......I thought the concept of the show, past and present, and the depth of the talent, especailly Dee Hoty as Kay Thompson, Nikki Crawford as the young Lena and Kevyn Morrow as Billy Strayhorn made for a great evening of entertainment.
The songs by Harold Arlen, Irving Berlin, Fats Wller, Cole Porter, Jerome Kern, Richard Rodgers and Hoagy Carmichael were a delight to listen to as was the great band conducted by Linda Twine.
This is a delightful show and a not a bad seat in the house.
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William Collins
Great show. Nikki Crawford and Leslie Uggams are terrific. The supporting cast is excellent. Show runs a little long, but it's an innovative effort, and the songs, song stylings, orchestra and the tap dancers keep it moving at a nice pace.Written on Mar 05 2009
Seats weren't great but Pasadena Playhouse has great sightlines, so no complaints there.
I only wish it were playing longer, I'd love to see it again!
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Roxanne Yahner
One goes to this production for the songs, all of which are stellar. The book is weak and Leslie Uggums, though she can still sing well, cannot act.Written on Feb 26 2009
The actress who plays the younger Lena Horne steals the show.
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Tracey
This production was way too long and could have been trimmed, which is why it gets 3 stars vs. 4.Written on Feb 25 2009
The tap dancers were incredible! The actor portraying Lennie Hayton -- AMAZING!
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Website
http://www.pasadenaplayhouse.org/current_shows_and_events.htm
Quotes & Highlights
- "A high-voltage affair... exuberance to spare." --Los Angeles Times
- "A triumphant evocation of Lena Horne's spirit and talent... [with] a cavalcade of sizzling standards." --Variety
- "Rousing production numbers... the score uses some of the best songs written in the 20th century." --TheaterMania
Description
Stormy Weather
Conceived and written by Sharleen Cooper Cohen
Suggested by the biography Lena Horne, Entertainer published by Chelsea House
By special arrangements with Stewart F. Lane, Bonnie Comley and Armica Productions
Music by Cole Porter, Harold Arlen & Johnny Mercer, Rodgers & Hart, Jerome Kern, Billy Strayhorn and more
Choreography by Randy Skinner
Directed by Michael Bush
With glamour, grace and an inner fire that blazed a trail for generations, the legendary Lena Horne has never failed to amaze! Taking both Hollywood and the music industry by storm, her voice has resonated throughout the decades, not only through her incredible vocal talent ("From This Moment On," "The Lady is a Tramp" and of course "Stormy Weather"), but also through her determination to fight for what she believed. Don't miss the incredible Leslie Uggams in this new musical extravaganza as she takes us on the sometimes stormy, always extraordinary journey of an American icon.