★★★★☆ Christopher Gattelli helms the original new work based on a true story, featuring a bunch of talented young triple threats.
Beyond
Judy Collins & Friends: A Joyous Tribute to the Beloved Singer-Songwriter
A sterling line-up of performers celebrated Collins’ 85th birthday at Town Hall.
Queen of the Mist: Mary Testa Goes over Niagara Falls Once More
★★★☆☆ Michael John LaChiusa’s music-theater work returns in a smart concert staging in New Jersey
Melissa Errico at Birdland Theater: For Valentine’s Day, A Touch of Venus
Returning to the venue for her third holiday residency, the Broadway and cabaret veteran is in the mood for love
Hugh Jackman: From New York, With Love: A Triumphant, Career-Tapping Concert
The Broadway and film star does what he loves best in this months-long residency at the city’s legendary theater.
From Massachusetts: Diary of a Tap Dancer, or Bring In ’Da Joy
★★★★☆ Ayodele Casel’s guide to great female tap dancers of yesterday and today makes for an unforgettable night at the theater
Ann Hampton Callaway and Liz Callaway, New York State of Mind: An Evening Greater Than the Sum of Its Parts
The singing siblings provide a sparkling evening of cabaret showcasing their vocal chops and personal chemistry.
Strike Up the Band: Gershwin Goes to Carnegie Hall
The not-quite-classic musical in a not-quite-effective concert version, despite fine musical elements led by Ted Sperling, with Bryce Pinkham, Christopher Fitzgerald, John Ellison Conlee, and Victoria Clark
From Maine: My Best Friend’s Wedding Deserves a Grateful RSVP
★★★☆☆ Musicalizing a hit ’90s rom-com gains luster from the hit ’60s playlist of Bacharach and David
Maria Friedman, Legacy: Sondheim Specialist Returns with (another) Masterful Salute
The director of the recent “Merrily We Roll Along” is back in town, singing Sondheim at Café Carlyle