It has now been seven years since a new Stephen Sondheim show (Road Show) has opened in New York and 21 years since one premiered on Broadway (Passion). So fans of the challenging, resolutely unconventional composer-lyricist have had to settle for the frequent revivals of his past musicals and the occasional retrospective revue of his work. In South Florida, theater companies … [Read more...]
Chee-Yun adds radiance, dazzle to strong South Florida Symphony show
The South Florida Symphony, joined by the radiant playing of guest violinist Chee-Yun, opened the orchestral part of the new season with a concert of auspicious promise Thursday night in Fort Lauderdale. The orchestra, which until very recently was the Key West Symphony, turned out to be far better than would reasonably be expected for a regional band of short history and … [Read more...]