Chinglish Top Comedy For 2011 January 21, 2012
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If asked what was the recipe for the success of Chinglish, I would say: a cup of English, a cup of Chinese, three dashes of miscommunication and a teaspoon of an affair gone awry. Pour on to the stage and wait for laughs. Sexy, sophisticated and damn funny, Chinglish is one of David Henry Hwang’s best works.
To view F.A.M.E NYC’s review, click http://famenycmagazine.com/2011/11/04/a-celebration-of-chinglish/.
Spiderman 2.0 Top Musical For 2011 January 21, 2012
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High-flying hijinks…lyrics by Bono and Edge…a new stealth production, how can you go wrong? Spiderman 2.0 rises above its predecessor in grand fashion. It may have took a few tries and over $70 million dollars, but they finally got it right. Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark turns up the volume and gives fans something to Marvel at on Broadway.
To view F.A.M.E NYC’s review, click http://famenycmagazine.com/2011/07/05/spiderman-2-0-the-future-of-american-musical-theatre-personified/.
Lucky Guy Top Off-Broadway Musical For 2011 January 16, 2012
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It was the Best Little Whorehouse in Texas blended with A Star Is Born; Lucky Guy was loads of rootin’-tootin’ fun. Besides, who could ever resist Ms. Varla Jean Merman?
To view F.A.M.E NYC’s review, click http://famenycmagazine.com/2011/05/07/off-broadway-gets-lucky/.
Rent Top Off-Broadway Musical Revival for 2011 January 16, 2012
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After many incarnations, Rent returned to its Off-Broadway roots. Still as powerful as ever, Jonathan Larson’s rock opera and its new cast brought me to tears. Long live Rent!
To view F.A.M.E NYC’s review, click http://famenycmagazine.com/2011/09/14/a-testimony-for-rent/.
Diary of a Madman Top Off-Broadway Production For 2011 January 16, 2012
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Ah, Geoffrey Rush! What more can I say? Watching him on stage was bliss. He may have descended into madness, but I was lifted watching one of the greatest actors of the late 20th century perform his craft.
To view F.A.M.E NYC’s review, click http://famenycmagazine.com/2011/02/26/oscar-nominated-actor-geoffrey-rush-reprises-madman-one-last-time/.
Clifford Chase’s Winkie Top 59E59 Production For 2011 January 16, 2012
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The theaters of New York City are like my second home. But there is one that I resided in more than any other in 2011. I was at 59E59 Theaters so often that I was thinking of moving in the area, and therefore I had to give the Off-Broadway theater its own category this year.
I viewed myriad shows, from theater companies from all over the country and abroad. Most were gems, a few were cut glass. Out of all the productions I viewed in 2011 my top would be Clifford Chase’s Winkie. I loved the idea of a stuffed animal coming to life and experiencing all the evils of the world and still having the capacity to love. What a lesson we could learn from Winkie!
To view F.A.M.E NYC’s review, click http://famenycmagazine.com/2011/03/25/and-justice-for-winkie/.
Top Event For 2011 Harry Potter: The Exhibition January 16, 2012
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The Harry Potter Film series may have come to an end, but before it did the movie magic of Harry Potter made a pit stop at Discovery Times Square. I have yet to see all the films, but even a muggle novice like me can appreciate the lavish details it took to bring the J.K. Rowling series to the big screen. After touring Hogwarts, I wanted to get a wand and cast a spell. Abracadabra!
To view F.A.M.E NYC’s review, click http://famenycmagazine.com/2011/04/09/gettin%E2%80%99-muggle-wit-it/.
Top NYC Designer For 2011 January 15, 2012
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The season of Project Runway All Stars is underway and one of its brightest alums had an awesome 2011. That’s right, can you say…say…Siriano? He may not be New York born, but he’s definitely New York made. Commercials for Pay Less….a great showing at Lincoln Center, this kid is well on his way to becoming a fashion all-star.
To read F.A.M.E NYC’s full article about Christian Siriano, click http://famenycmagazine.com/2011/11/06/a-siriano-state-of-mind/.
Top Art Show For 2011 January 14, 2012
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Last year I visited more art shows than exhibit openings. The one I found most interesting was the last. The second annual Contemporary Art Fair NYC was great blending of art in different mediums.
To read F.A.M.E NYC’s full review of Contemporary Art Fair NYC, click http://famenycmagazine.com/2011/11/19/arts-crafts-and-more-at-the-contemporary-art-fair-nyc/.
F.A.M.E NYC’s Top 2011 January 13, 2012
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Happy New Year FAMERS! I hope the first two weeks of 2012 have been marvelous for all of you. And it is my sincerest wish that all the resolutions and goals you have set for yourself are achieved. Last year I was the first time I felt the true speed of time. It seemed as if I had just been toasting the year in when it was time for beach season; I blinked my eye and we were back at the holiday season again. Whew!
As I looked at the posts for 2011, I noticed that I lived in the theatre. Perhaps it was because last year I realized a goal and wrote the first play I intend to put into production (more to come with that little tidbit). And there is no way I could start the New Year without give you my Top of 2011. So, let’s take one last look at 2011 shall we?
