Minerva,Chichester
A Jewish boy and his family’s black maid are at the heart of this witty, pulsing musical that takes in everything from klezmer to Tamla MotownSince this musical has book and lyrics by Tony Kushner – serving a wealthy score by Jeanine Tesori – it is tempting to stare for parallels with Angels in America. Although written much later, and in 2003,it has the same wary optimism and ability to wrest public metaphors from private experience. As when it was staged by the National in 2006, the show also palpably works on an audience and produced the most full-throated ovation I’ve ever heard in the Minerva. Related: Sharon D Clarke: from Holby City to siren songs Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com