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Stew and Heidi Rodewald have come up with their first ever musical. The book as well as the lyrics is written by Stew. The music is composed by both Stew and Heidi. The premiere of the musical was held in October, 2007 in California at the Berkeley Repertory Theater. Then, it was shown at The Public Theater in New York. It ran from May to June, 2007. In Belasco Theater, “Passing Strange” began its premiere on February 8, 2008. It officially opened on February 28.
The original star cast of the musical includes Stew, de’Andre Aziza, Disa Davis, Daniel Breaker, Colman Domingo, Rebecca Naomi Jones, and Chad Goodridge. It was originally produced by The Public Theater as well as Berkeley Repertory Theater. The renowned choreographer Karole Armitage has choreographed the musical, while David Korins has designed the scenes. The terrific lighting of the sets and the fabulous costumes of each character are designed by Kevin Adams and Elizabeth Hope Clancy, respectively.
One of the reasons for the huge rush for “Passing Strange” tickets is that the musical contains Afro-baroque sound. Stew and Heidi Rodewald have patented this sound in 2000 during the creation of their band “Stew.” The band’s numbers, especially “The Nude Dutch Painter” and “Guest Host” were such hits that they gave the band, not one, but two Album of the Year Awards. They were presented by Entertainment Weekly.
As you hear the songs of “Passing Strange”, you’ll find the wit and melody of the songs sinking in your heart and mind. Each tune will penetrate deeper into your heart and rouse your emotions. It’s difficult to escape from the charm of passing through strange lands!
As the story proceeds, you may relate with this young, black musician, who rebels against his mom and leaves behind his middle-class, church-going family in South Central LA for an unknown quest. And when he falls for drugs and sex, you feel sorry for him. In Berlin, he has to compromise with his integrity and morality. However, one good thing that happens during this adventurous journey is the different music styles that emerge within the punk.
The audience can’t help but applaud their hero when he returns home after a rather messed-up journey. Although grass always looks greener on the other side, its home where your heart lies, right?
Can’t wait to watch the journey? Book “Passing Strange” tickets now by dialing a number or logging onto the internet. The ticketing services have resources that arrange for any show tickets with ease for you. You can even get front row tickets, if you act fast! So, what are you waiting for? The journey has begun – join it!
Category: Broadway ShowsGet Passing Strange Tickets And Join The Journey! was written by:Author:Al TerryAdded: Sun, 24 Jun 2007 15:53:56 -0400 This Article Has Been Read 113 times View all Al Terry's articlesAbout the Author: The author of this article write on New York entertainment and covers Broadway such as The Country Girl Reviews keeping updated on all productions. His site includes reviews and news on all shows and continues to update his The Country Girl reviews daily. |
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