I have never set my eyes anywhere in the world let alone outside of my homeland, The Philippines, until we had a television. I have read many epic novels and they have meandered my imagination in ways I, myself, couldn’t fathom but it was totally different in the movies. When I read books, the flow of the story, the characters and their appearance and the places where it all happened depend on how my mind perceived every page. In the movies, everything comes to life. My imagination pales in comparison that I never truly grasp the beauty of Paris until I saw Moulin Rouge on the wide screen. And for a young girl who is fond of the classics like Little Women and The Great Gatsby, the ultimate dream could only be New York, which could also be twice the delight if you’re also into Broadway. Certainly the Big Apple isn’t just about skyscrapers, the Yankees and Fashion Week, it’s home to Broadway Theaters too. You simply must get yourself to Broadway for a once in a lifetime experience. For the low down on a few top shows to see right now, check out the following options.
The Lion King
This beautiful adaptation of Disney’s The Lion King will leave you awe inspired. Take a journey with the brave Simba, as he prepares to take the throne of pride rock. His evil uncle Scar is not going to make it easy. The young lion must summon strength to fight for justice and find belonging in the circle of life. Sing along to all the classic tunes and witness the most epic puppetry you’ve ever seen!
To Kill A Mockingbird
The classic tale has made its way to the stage, here is a thought provoking story of humanity, politics and beauty. Set during the great depression, Jean Louise Finch tells the tale of her father, a lawyer. He is currently defending a man who has been unfairly accused of rape. If you were moved and charmed by the book, you can’t miss out on the show!
The Book Of Mormon
Fans of dark comedy will surely love this critically acclaimed musical from the creators of SouthPark. Here is an outrageous tale of two missionaries, on a journey to Uganda. In a town where no local has ever been converted, will Kevin and Arnold succeed? With risque jokes and quirky songs, this is one innovative musical.
Moulin Rouge - The Musical
There’s probably nothing more beautiful than a lovely romance. And when it’s set in Paris along with all its glitz and glamour, it definitely won’t be short of spectacular. The Moulin Rouge film surely was epic and one of the greatest ever created but its broadway adaptation is one of the best.
Of course, there are so many more broadway shows to consider. To find out which is the perfect one for you, take a look at the questions below.
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