Amen!

I’m a theater buff and have taken in many different productions at many different venues. From Broadway in the Big Apple to dinner shows in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin to musicals in historic Toronto and Chicago theaters to high school plays in my own backyard. I’ve seen some amazing performances, walked out on a few and skipped one altogether (nothing personal, Dorothy Hamill, but lingering longer at the Chop House to indulge in good food and conversation seemed like a better idea at the time). The final show of Broadway Grand Rapids’ 2009-2010 season has become one of my favorites.

Wow!

Let me say that again …

Wow!

Every time I see a show I marvel at the talent of the performers, but the cast of The Color Purple totally blew me away; it was as engaging as it was gifted. The musical was non-stop and drew me in from the opening note. The first number of the jazz-blues-gospel score produced goosebumps and the final song tears. I’ve never been so emotionally involved in a production.  This was one of the best I’ve ever seen. If you get a chance to do the same, buy a ticket.

Amazing show!