Stepping Out
Dance your way down ‘42nd Street’
Published on Fri, Jul 16, 2010 by Meredith PechtaRead More Stepping Out
The Village Theatre is finishing its season with a toe-tapping dazzling spectacle called “42nd Street.” It was once a very popular play as well as a movie.
The songs are a lot of fun and the dancing is sensational! It has many of the same elements as “Singing in the Rain.”
The story takes place in the 1930’s. A new musical has been written by a man named Julian Marsh. Everyone with any talent in New York comes to audition for parts.
The two leads have already been chosen. The happy-go-lucky Billy Lawlor will be the leading man. For the leading lady they have Dorothy Brock, who was big a few years ago and is looking for a comeback.
Financing their production is Abner Dillon, an older southern rogue who is dating Dorothy. She’s only dating him for the financial compensation. Her body belongs to Abner, but her heart belongs to her long-suffering agent and lover Pat Denning.
Into this little mix comes the bright-eyed and talented Peggy Sawyer, who just barely makes the cut. Due to numerous complications involving this group, Peggy finds herself thrown into the center ring where she could become an instant celebrity or a disgrace.
There are some great and familiar songs in this show, such as “I Only Have Eyes For You” and “We’re in the Money.” And the dancing is so synchronous it will remind you of “River Dance.”
Taking center stage is Krystle Armstrong as Peggy Sawyer. This is the 10th time that she’s performed on this particular stage. Here she gets to show what an incredible dancer and actress she is.
The upbeat Billy Lawlor is played by James Scheider. He makes a delightful appearance as this shallow but sincere leading man.
John Bogar makes a memorable debut as Julian March, the cynical but hopeful genius behind this production they’re putting on. He develops a soft spot for Peggy, yet gives the most petrifying pep talks.
Long time acting veteran Shelly Burch plays long time acting veteran Dorothy Brock. She was actually on the soap opera “One Life to Live,” for years. Here she’s a chilly woman who’s made too many compromises in the name of stardom.
Her sugar daddy Abner Dillon is played by Allan Barlow. He gives what could been a one note performance and turns it into a memorable appearance.
The other man in Dorothy’s life is Pat Denning who is played by Julian Schrenzel. His character walks a fine line between accepting Dorothy’s promiscuity and having some pride. He’s prepared to walk out the door, but will leave it open for her to run after him.
Leslie Law plays Maggie Jones. She’s the composer of the songs and the den mother for the girls in the chorus.
There are also some fine supporting performances from Carissa Campbell, Ross Cornell, Kristin Culp, Jennifer Weingarten and Matt Wolfe.
Don’t miss them or the rest of the ensemble in this terrific show. “42nd Street” is plays at the Everett Performing Arts Center through Aug. 1. For ticket information call: (425) 257-8600
The songs are a lot of fun and the dancing is sensational! It has many of the same elements as “Singing in the Rain.”
The story takes place in the 1930’s. A new musical has been written by a man named Julian Marsh. Everyone with any talent in New York comes to audition for parts.
The two leads have already been chosen. The happy-go-lucky Billy Lawlor will be the leading man. For the leading lady they have Dorothy Brock, who was big a few years ago and is looking for a comeback.
Financing their production is Abner Dillon, an older southern rogue who is dating Dorothy. She’s only dating him for the financial compensation. Her body belongs to Abner, but her heart belongs to her long-suffering agent and lover Pat Denning.
Into this little mix comes the bright-eyed and talented Peggy Sawyer, who just barely makes the cut. Due to numerous complications involving this group, Peggy finds herself thrown into the center ring where she could become an instant celebrity or a disgrace.
There are some great and familiar songs in this show, such as “I Only Have Eyes For You” and “We’re in the Money.” And the dancing is so synchronous it will remind you of “River Dance.”
Taking center stage is Krystle Armstrong as Peggy Sawyer. This is the 10th time that she’s performed on this particular stage. Here she gets to show what an incredible dancer and actress she is.
The upbeat Billy Lawlor is played by James Scheider. He makes a delightful appearance as this shallow but sincere leading man.
John Bogar makes a memorable debut as Julian March, the cynical but hopeful genius behind this production they’re putting on. He develops a soft spot for Peggy, yet gives the most petrifying pep talks.
Long time acting veteran Shelly Burch plays long time acting veteran Dorothy Brock. She was actually on the soap opera “One Life to Live,” for years. Here she’s a chilly woman who’s made too many compromises in the name of stardom.
Her sugar daddy Abner Dillon is played by Allan Barlow. He gives what could been a one note performance and turns it into a memorable appearance.
The other man in Dorothy’s life is Pat Denning who is played by Julian Schrenzel. His character walks a fine line between accepting Dorothy’s promiscuity and having some pride. He’s prepared to walk out the door, but will leave it open for her to run after him.
Leslie Law plays Maggie Jones. She’s the composer of the songs and the den mother for the girls in the chorus.
There are also some fine supporting performances from Carissa Campbell, Ross Cornell, Kristin Culp, Jennifer Weingarten and Matt Wolfe.
Don’t miss them or the rest of the ensemble in this terrific show. “42nd Street” is plays at the Everett Performing Arts Center through Aug. 1. For ticket information call: (425) 257-8600
