My Fair Lady, The Beloved Musical and Tony Award-Winning Classic
Arena Stage - Fichandler (1101 Sixth Street, SW Washington, DC 20024)
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The last date listed for My Fair Lady was Wednesday December 26, 2012 / 7:30pm.
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Reviews & Ratings
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view more less of this reviewVery disappointing rendition of a classic musical, but probably ok for someone who has never seen My Fair Lady on stage before. Indifferent acting and unconvincing portrayals. While the idea of casting Eliza and her father as of Asian descent is interesting, there just wasn't enough in the accent to differentiate her from the "genteel" classes - instead, she relied almost exclusively on mannerisms and body language (eg, falling about with legs spread wide open.) The music was muddy, and the conductors hands, visible just above the stage, sometimes rather distracting. That said, the hats were great!
If I could give this a 2.5, I would. While it wasn't terrible, it wasn't all that good either. What a disappointment. Thanks goodness for Goldstar - would not have wanted to pay full price for this show.
star this review starred report as inappropriate4 and 3/4 stars. This was a smashing colorful rendition of the classic musical that requires style and intent to deliver and this production did it in spades. The costumes and choreography will undoubtedly win awards. The chorus, orchestra and music directing were energetic and spot on. My highest praise goes to the Professor Harold Hill whose acting was impecable. Eliza was winning and multi-dimensional with a gorgeous voice. Our Freddy was the understudy but played it so perfectly I hope he gets many shows. The only reason I don't give it five stars was the performance of Eliza's father and the scenes he was in. These can be wonderful and this actor just didn't have it - my theatre professional friend and I wondered at this casting. This character is to provide the counterpoint to the ascendent journey of Eliza. But do go and see what you think. A memorable evening all around.
star this review starred report as inappropriateOverall, I thought this production of My Fair Lady was just wonderful! Leads Manna Nichols and Benedict Campbell were fantastic. I thought they did a really nice job of portraying the growing relationship between Eliza Doolittle and Henry Higgins in a way that made the ending actually make some sense, a task not easy to do with this story. With one notable exception, the acting and singing in this production were very strong. The costumes were quite creative and beautiful. And the "in the round" staging of this production creates an incredibly dynamic visual experience for the audience.
The only reason I didn't give it five stars was because of the actor who portrayed Alfred P. Doolittle, James Saito. He is completely miscast in this role. He doesn't have anywhere near the charisma or the voice to carry this role. He was so bad, I had to wonder if he had the flu! If he didn't have the flu, shame on the director for keeping him in this part. What a disappointment! This is a role that can steal the show! Lucky for Mr. Saito, the ensemble cast is so wonderful that they keep his signature number, "I'm Getting Married in the Morning" from falling completely flat.
If you love this musical, go see this production! It is fresh and lively. It's costuming, staging, and acting choices bring new life to this classic. I hope to get to go back and see it again!
star this review starred report as inappropriateFun! Good for girls too. But, be prepared because its a 3 hr show with 1 intermission about 1 hr 40 min into the show.
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Description
"How could I refuse the serious call of this musical?
"Our story is about the transformation of a human being through language, manners, mind, heart and dress; both Eliza Doolitte and Henry Higgins are transformed. It is the story of emancipation - not just about Eliza but also Higgins as he discovers his own humanity. Lerner and Loewe succeeded in maintaining the exquisite language, story and characters from Shaw's brilliant Pygmalion in creating this dynamic musical.
"The other story is about the class and the rigid social structures which confine us. In a world increasingly blown apart by the dynamics of the very rich and the very poor, this musical hits the sweet spot of our contemporary awareness of class. It asks the question: How does language define us? How do we judge others through their language, manners and dress? How does our own class, whether lower, middle, or upper, confine and define us?" --Molly Smith, director/artistic director
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Arena Stage today stands as a flagship American theater. Arena Stage was one of the first not-for-profit theaters in the United States, as well as a pioneer of the regional theater movement. It was the first regional theater to transfer a production to Broadway, the first invited by the U.S. State Department to tour behind the Iron Curtain, and the first to receive a Tony Award. Taking a leadership role in extending theater's horizons, Arena Stage has implemented groundbreaking policies and programs, promoting diversity in all aspects of theater, from theatergoing to production.
The Arena Stage legacy of world-class productions includes vast epics, charged dramas, rousing musicals, and probing profiles. From the monumental to the developmental, Arena Stage has helped build the canon of American theater. While they produce American classics, Arena Stage premieres new American plays and supported works in progress. They've nurtured artistic growth and engaged the community, broadening and intensifying the theatrical experience for one and all. And yet, in spite of it all, in their second half-century they see themselves as more fresh, restless and dynamic than ever.