![]() THE PLAYERS, THE PLAY, AND THE PRODUCTION: This is one of my favorite musicals and I’ve often said that if I had (in my dreams) written the song “One” I would have retired on the spot, it’s so good. Anna Fernandez on stage at O’Connell & Co. They each describe their background, family lives, humiliations, and why they were determined to become dancers. The musical offers us a chance to see beyond the footlights as the dancers answer questions from the mostly disembodied / unseen director “Zach” played by this production’s actual director, Dewayne Barrett. Set on a bare stage, the musical introduces us to Broadway dancers auditioning for spots on a chorus line. Oh, and also the Pulitzer Prize for Drama. ![]() THUMBNAIL SKETCH: This is the beloved 1975 musical with music by Marvin Hamlisch, lyrics by Edward Kleban, whose original Broadway choreography and direction by Buffalo’s own Michael Bennett won two of the ultimately nine (9!) Tony Awards in 1976 including Best Musical and Best Score (Marvin Hamlisch). ![]() Runtime: 2 hours with one intermission (plentiful snacks and beverages available). The remaining three shows are this Friday, October 29 th at 8pm, Saturday October 30 th at 8pm (optional dinner package starting at 6:30 pm), with a final matinee Sunday October 31st at 2pm. has three more performances at 3200 Elmwood Avenue in Kenmore. THE BASICS: A CHORUS LINE presented by O’Connell & Co. ![]()
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