SHOW/BOAT: A River last night
Last Edit: theaterluvr 11:44 am EST 01/12/25
Posted by: theaterluvr 11:41 am EST 01/12/25

A very spare production. Mostly an empty stage. No set pieces. No scenery. A few costumes.
Minimal staging. Very abbreviated book. 5 pc 'orchestra'
Very good singing, both individual and choral. Notable Alvin Crawford as Joe (Paul Robeson role)
Cast of 10 requires too much doubling. Some good acting.

Like a very low-budget (threadbare) Encores! production. The score shines.
Best if you already know the story. (It helped that I recently watched the film)
Link SHOW/BOAT: A RIVER at Skirball Center
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