Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).
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I have been writing on theater since 1982. A graduate from Manhattan College B.S. A member of Alpha Sigma Lambda, which recognizes excellence in both English and Science. I have produced 14 shows on and off Broadway. I've seen over700 shows
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Wang Chung, The Motels and Naked Eyes.
-- Last night at the Morristown Performing Arts Center, we were treated to three great 80's New Wave bands: Naked Eyes, The Motels and Wang Chung. Each band (with the exception of Wang Chung) played for about 45 minutes. It would mostly be Wang Chungs night, however. The English band who in my opinion had one of the best albums ever with "Points on A Curve" opened with "Wait". This lyric and melodic song has been playing on the airwaves from the early 80's and it is one of Wang Chungs signature songs.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).2 years ago in Geeks
"Home"
"Home" at the Todd Haimes Theatre was originally brought to Broadway in 1980 after a stint at the Negro Ensemble Company the year prior. Written by Samm-Art Williams (who died just before previews begun), follows the life of Cephus Miles (Tory Kittles) as he moves back and forth in his life from the late 1950's to the present. As people move away from Cross Roads, North Carolina, a farm area, workers are difficult to find, family members have passed, but he loves the land;" loves the black sod beneath his feet". Even though he works in a mill during the winter months, he lives for the days that he is able to work the land. From tobacco, corn and other crops, this is what gives Cephus the most pleasure.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).2 years ago in Critique
Breaking The Story.
"Breaking The Story" is written by Alexis Scheer and its premise is about journalists in war areas around the world. The ninety minute play at the Tony Kiser Theater goes back and forth from war torn countries to Marina's (Maggie Siff) newly purchased home in Wellesley, Massachusetts.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).2 years ago in Beat
The World According To Micki Grant
I always love finding a hidden gem off off Broadway. The New Federal Theater in its new digs (or temporary, not sure) produced "The Life According To Micki Grant". Directed by Nora Cole, (I wasn't given a program), this musical focuses on the life of Minie Perkins, she became Micki by nickname and Grant after her first husband. "He was a good man so I kept his name," she tells us.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).2 years ago in Critique
Fall Broadway. No Bull With Raging Robert.
This 2024 Fall Season on Broadway maybe as exciting as the Spring 2024! Probably the most anticipated actor to come to Broadway is the recent Oscar winner, Robert Downey Jr in "McNeil" at Lincoln Center starting September 5th at The Vivian Beaumont Theatre. The acoustics in this theater should show off the acting chops of Downey, who is a behemoth of a fill actor.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).2 years ago in Beat
Staff Meal.
"Staff Meal" at Playwrights Horizon is a Dada type of play... think Tom Stoppard type of Dada. The play starts with two characters- Ben (Greg Keller and Mina (Susannah Flood), at a internet cafe, if you will type of scene. The prompter to the right of the stage keeps telling us "the next day" as the scenes touch on the absurd. Both are socially awkward and try to make the best of their meetings each and everyday. Writer Abe Koogler. who is apparently obsessed with restaurants, has written a play about a restaurant in "Staff Meal" (it is what the wait staff get to eat before the restaurant opens for the evening.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).2 years ago in Art
"Just Another Day"
"Just Another Day" at Theater 555 was written by Dan Lauria and directed by off Broadway guru, Eric Krebs. The play begins with projections of old stars of yesteryear to the song "No Strings Attached". When the two actors take the stage, Dan Lauria and Patty McCormack seem confused... at-least Dan (Man) does. McCormack (Woman) seems refined in her salmon colored sun dress. Often appalled at Lauria's language, she seems distant to his behavior.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).2 years ago in Photography
"Miller's Girl" No Bull With Raging Robert.
"Miller's Girl" which runs a tad over an hour and a half is never boring; it is also not great, either. The premise of the story is a good one... a "Lolita" type of writing which never hits the fever nor the depth of the famous book.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).2 years ago in Families
The Heart of Rock and Roll.
If you want a fun, glam jukebox musical, then "Heart of Rock and Roll" is for you. The musical is based on music by Huey Lewis; the plot, or book by Johnathan A. Abrams as well as story (also Tyler Mitchell) is a fun one filled with 80's references, IKEA jokes, aerobics and leggings!
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).2 years ago in Beat
Hell's Kitchen. No Bull With Raging Robert.
Hell's Kitchen as it is commonly known was a mostly Irish area in the 50's through the early 2000's. A tough area that was controlled by the "Westies" for many years in this lower class section of Manhattan. It is also the subject of a musical currently playing at the Shubert Theatre and is based on the life of Alicia Keys, or Ally as she is known as.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).2 years ago in Filthy
The Great Gatsby. No Bull With Raging Robert.
"The Great Gatsby" at the Broadway Theatre is a grandiose musical replete with fantastic sets and glittering costumes. Steadfast to both the book by F. Scott Fitzgerald and the movie, the songs complement its plot in this two hour and fifteen minute whirlwind of a show.This Broadway version had its book by Kait Kerrigan, music by Jason Howland and lyrics by Nathan Tysen
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).2 years ago in Geeks
