Reviews of the musical “Pretty Woman” – What top theater critics are saying

The beloved romantic comedy film “Pretty Woman”, starring Richard Gere and Julia Roberts, is now playing at the Nederlander Theatre on Broadway. But how is it being received by audiences and critics? The 1990 film was a worldwide phenomenon—topping the U.S. box office and earning more than 5 billion yen in Japan alone. Yet with such an iconic movie legacy, …Read more

Honest Review of Oklahoma! on Broadway – Is It Worth Seeing?

I was lucky enough to be invited to the revival of the classic Oklahoma!, returning to Broadway after 75 years. Written by the legendary duo Rodgers & Hammerstein and reimagined with elements of contemporary art, this deeper, more layered production is now playing at Circle in the Square Theatre. Set in rural Oklahoma in the early 1900s, a small town …Read more

Honest Review of King Kong on Broadway – Is It Worth Seeing? [Part 2]

In my previous report on November 4, 2018, I reviewed King Kong from the second floor mezzanine. This time I set out to pinpoint the best seats to enjoy King Kong to the fullest. I was lucky to land prime center seats in the orchestra, so this write up highlights new angles, must see moments, and fresh impressions from the …Read more

Honest Review of Ain’t Too Proud on Broadway – Is It Worth Seeing?

Hello, this is Mizuki from the staff. This time, I saw the new musical Ain’t Too Proud at the Imperial Theatre, a biography of the world famous 1960s group The Temptations. Often called the kings of soul, The Temptations are known for classics like My Girl that many listeners recognize instantly. Their success was huge, yet the group also faced …Read more