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Re-opening the dollhouse of my imagination led me to appreciate the wonderful world of Disney once again. The national touring production of Mary Poppins started its week long bonanza with new songs along with adapted and old. The story still follows the Banks family that is run by the overpowering, strict father who has little compassion for his children Jane and Michael. Out of the blue, Mary Poppins drops in to teach the children manners and the father how to love again.…

Mesmerized and inspired to journey to the Irish countryside, the world renowned musical ensemble, Celtic Women gave me solace in their captivating performance at the Orpheum this past Saturday eve. Made up of talented vocalists, Chloë Agnew, Lisa Lambe, and Susan McFadden, and energetic violinist Máiréad Nesbitt, they are supported by back-up vocals, two percussionists, a piano player, two bagpipers, and a variety of stringed instruments. Their venue incorporates solos by each of the Irish…

The spark of the eighties came down like a flashflood; bringing the exhilaration of questions already been answered through the overused VCR and the thoughts of what destruction will result. Flashdance The Musical made its way to the Orpheum with talents perfect for each part. The story follows a strong-willed girl, Alex Owens, whose dream is to dance among the best. While denying her dream to only be that, she spends her days working a construction job and her nights dancing at a night…

It is surprising how one can be so entertained by observing the abuse of a catatonic child. On Saturday, I went to see Southwest High School’s production of The Who’s Tommy. For those who are not familiar with the popular British band from the 60s and 70s, The Who released their rock opera album in ’69 which was later turned into a movie in ’75. The story starts at the beginning of the Second World War when a young couple conceives a child. The husband is sent off to fight while the wife,…